thebandit27 Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 That decision, to me, seemed like it was made with an eye towards the marching orders from the front office: don't try too hard to win. Then what are they doing calling timeouts on the ensuing drive? Also, I could believe that if Bowles hadn't been so heinously bad at managing the clock in previous seasons. His blunders with the game clock at the end of the half in Week 17 of the 2015 season, when they were playing for their playoff lives against a dead-to-rights Bills team, were legendary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magox Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 I just don't buy the notion that Bowles is in on the tanking theory. He'd have to be in on it which implies that they are committing to at least another 4 more years to him. I don't see that as being the case. Odds are this is his last year with the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave mcbride Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Then what are they doing calling timeouts on the ensuing drive? Also, I could believe that if Bowles hadn't been so heinously bad at managing the clock in previous seasons. His blunders with the game clock at the end of the half in Week 17 of the 2015 season, when they were playing for their playoff lives against a dead-to-rights Bills team, were legendary. I think you're basically right, but keep this in mind: losing close games makes them look slightly better than losing by big scores. Coaches care about perception. I know that sounds illogical because the object is to do everything possible to win, but it happens so often that it has to be true, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Then what are they doing calling timeouts on the ensuing drive? Also, I could believe that if Bowles hadn't been so heinously bad at managing the clock in previous seasons. His blunders with the game clock at the end of the half in Week 17 of the 2015 season, when they were playing for their playoff lives against a dead-to-rights Bills team, were legendary. Bowles is Caldwell-esque. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave mcbride Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Then what are they doing calling timeouts on the ensuing drive? Also, I could believe that if Bowles hadn't been so heinously bad at managing the clock in previous seasons. His blunders with the game clock at the end of the half in Week 17 of the 2015 season, when they were playing for their playoff lives against a dead-to-rights Bills team, were legendary. Just gaming this out a little more: Bowles' isn't going to last, and his next job will likely be as DC. Limiting scoring opportunities will boost his team's ranking in the points allowed category, which he can then hawk to future potential employers in interviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgil Posted September 11, 2017 Author Share Posted September 11, 2017 5 pages in and still on topic. I'm honestly impressed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 5 pages in and still on topic. I'm honestly impressed Thanks for picking up this tradition from Bill! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Hey can someone remind me what Bowles did that was dumb regarding the clock? It was something to do with a penalty but I can't remember and don't wanna sift through pages of discussion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rant_and_go Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 I was down on the staff in preseason, but Bills looked great. Tyrod looks better, and a lot less penalties. They are very versatile, and will get better as the season goes. Really excited about week 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgil Posted September 11, 2017 Author Share Posted September 11, 2017 Thanks for picking up this tradition from Bill! No problem. And remember, he's doing one this year for a game I'm going to. I'm looking forward to it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cover1 Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 In order to distribute to the weapons in a West Coast offense, the quarterback must be able to decipher coverages and pinpoint their weaknesses. On the following play Taylor does a great job of deciphering the coverage, coming off his first two reads in his progression, then delivering a pass to an area that would maximize his WR’s yards after the catch. Sit back and watch it unfold. http://www.cover1.net/taylor-works-progressions/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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