Simon Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 Just wondering if anybody has noticed a marked increase to the pace at which the Bills run their offense. I was thrilled that it was one of the very first things Schonert mentioned after his hiring, particularly since it had been one of my most irritating pet peeves about Fairchild back from Day 1. I've been away and haven't seen a single snap of preseason so I'm wondering what it looks like. Are they getting in and out of the huddle quickly, getting to the line with plenty of time on the play clock, forcing defenses to scramble as drives progress, or even mixing in a little no-huddle maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 Just wondering if anybody has noticed a marked increase to the pace at which the Bills run their offense. I was thrilled that it was one of the very first things Schonert mentioned after his hiring, particularly since it had been one of my most irritating pet peeves about Fairchild back from Day 1.I've been away and haven't seen a single snap of preseason so I'm wondering what it looks like. Are they getting in and out of the huddle quickly, getting to the line with plenty of time on the play clock, forcing defenses to scramble as drives progress, or even mixing in a little no-huddle maybe? http://xssports.rack111.com/billsvssteelers/ Check it out for yourself! Props to whomever found this awesome resource! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 The first drive of the second quarter is the 90 yarder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ax4782 Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 The pace has improved markedly, and is a significant part of why the team played better against the Steelers. They not only moved with a faster pace, but they seemed to throw the steelers off at times by changing things up. SF was afraid to change anything and his conservative game plans killed us. Schonert looks to have a faster offense and one that is much less predictable. It's only one game, but there was certainly improvement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted August 18, 2008 Author Share Posted August 18, 2008 The pace has improved markedly, and is a significant part of why the team played better against the Steelers. .... Schonert looks to have a faster offense ...there was certainly improvement. Thanks mac. It may not seem like much on the surface but it is guaranteed to pay dividends this year. Maybe the best news I've heard so far this preseason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 !.) A lot more pre-snap motion, including tight ends stepping back off the LOS at the last moment to give the final WR in motion the spot on the end. 2.) Shotgun on downs other than 3rd -including 1st & goal 3.) I-formation 'run looks' that become play action 4.) long counts at the LOS, forcing DL in their 3-pt stance for extended time Very promising! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGimp Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 The pace has improved markedly, and is a significant part of why the team played better against the Steelers. They not only moved with a faster pace, but they seemed to throw the steelers off at times by changing things up. SF was afraid to change anything and his conservative game plans killed us. Schonert looks to have a faster offense and one that is much less predictable. It's only one game, but there was certainly improvement. Listen up u Primitive Screwhead-it's only preseason!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PNW_Bills_Fan Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 Listen up u Primitive Screwhead-it's only preseason!!!!!! Which means it may speed up during the regular season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowery4 Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 I liked the almost I formations and then the play action. I would hope they will sweep off that when and if Jason gets back in the fold. I also liked the slash backs that Oman and Wright ran. 2 plays for 10+ yards on those. Nice pacing in that game overall. Hope is that they keep it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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