One change you can anticipate is the lessening of read option plays under the guidance of new offensive coordinator Sean McVay. The Texans defenders can expect quite a mix of quick screen passes and quick hit routes with big men like DeSean Jackson, Pierre Garcon, Jordan Reed, and Sean Morris.
Pitching and Defense. Man, did he preach that mantra! Since2007 he did that and over time he successfully made a mantra stick in Arlington. Quick to take a bullet for his players, and even quicker to mentor and share his passion for the game.
One things that is definitely for sure in the NFL: nothings for sure. There will always be the element of surprise, injuries, the weather, spot starters, and the occasional Hail Mary play that ruins all football pools.
With space constraints being what they are we'll stop for now and show more locker room visits as the days/weeks/months come ahead and give you a sense of what's on the mind of the players here in Dallas Texas.
Rare to not invoke the names of Tesho Akindele and Fabian Castillo as Chicago had the advantage in shots (18-12), Corner Kicks (8-2), Crosses (27-12), Fouls (14-5), Yellow Cards (3-0), and Total Passes (418-403).
Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 7:48AM