Absolutely need to throw more on first down!! Defenses know exactly what is coming when you’ve got Najee in the backfield on first. Linebackers are cracking down hard and there’s just no where to go. Cordarelle is a significant pass threat which is keeping the LBs on their toes, keeping lanes open a bit longer.
You're absolutely right about the differences between Najee and Cordarrelle Paterson. It's like night and day. Jaylen Warren (when he's healthy), also finds ways to get extra yards like Paterson. Najee runs hard, but he is downhill or bust. Most of the time its bust.
Yes! Air it out a bit, to set up the run. Position GP and TA to get open, then we also have Justin's legs, Muth, and Mt. Washington. That should produce enough points.
when Alex was ask about his injury. he said he will 100% be changing some of his off season routines. that was added this offseason. that’s more then alarming
I went back and watched all of Najees runs vs the Colts and tbh there wasn't much he could do. On most of his runs the blocking was horrific and he was getting hit before he got to the line. I don't put it all on Najee.
I’m not a Najee apologist, but doesn’t the Cordarelle Patterson situation equate to the Steelers not practicing for Flacco in that the Colts didn’t practice for Patterson? Lots of work to do.
Do they not game plan for situations where the starter QB goes down? When Flacco came in, that defense needed a new gameplan. They were using same game plan with Flacco. He's a totally different QB. They needed to get him out of pocket on the run on those 38 year old legs. He's not a mobile QB.
@@y2kelly66 They have roughly 7 hours of actual practice throughout the week, from my understanding. I think getting game plans in for 2 different QBs is close to impossible. But to your point, there damn well needs to be a contingency
High school QB coach here (not a huge brag, obviously). I agree. Just throw the ball. We need more chunk yardage and Fields is clearly our best overall guy on offense right now. Give him 30-35 attempts a game. It’s okay to throw some interceptions! We need to take more risks. No risk it, no biscuit. Ben, Favre, Brady all are considered great and threw many interceptions. It’s going to happen if you throw a lot. I trust Fields. It’s time we all start trusting Fields. But, he also needs to be better at throwing the ball away. That will come with time and maturity. That run backwards fumble was just trying too hard. The opposing teams expect the run and are growing too comfortable stacking the box. Punish them. Single safety with tight corners should be a deep push almost every time. The run game will get better as the defense leans back, expecting pass. It goes both ways. Out-strategy the other team, keep them confused and surprised. We’ll be decimating people. Fields can sling that thing. He’s legit. Consider this: Fields’ ceiling is throwing like Herbert and running maybe better than Lamar. Imagine that!
I agree DK I been saying they need to take the training wheels off we need that fields that we seen in Indianapolis in second half more in the first half
Watch the all 22. Not taking up for Harris but there was no lanes open for Harris. 3 runs CP hit was blocked up well then when they came back to those runs with Harris the Colts blew them up
Imagine if it had been CP that caught the pass in the flat instead of Najee CP may have taken that pass to the house! Not a knock on Najee CP is just visibly faster and twitchier.
Its always the same debate when it comes to Harris and Patterson or Harris and Warren. Regardless of what the "holes" look like, Najee needs to hit them or make them
I swear I’m not a Najee apologist but Alex Kozora has a good break down of last weeks film and defenses are just playing Najee different because it’s SO OBVIOUS we’re running. It’s exactly what DK is saying - we need to throw more, - and this is me - ESPECIALLY when Naj is on the field. Linebackers have to be worried about the pass so they aren’t jamming all the holes immediately. Just watch Alex’s tape breakdown and tell me Najee had somewhere to go on those plays. ruclips.net/video/08wHDqf57bE/видео.htmlsi=Zj1OuqOF7n72yNo0
@@StraightRocketFuelYes, that film study was very clear. No holes opened for Harris by the Oline. HUGE holes for Patterson to run through. Play calling is very, very poor by the OC for runs in this game for sure.
I’d like to see Chris Halicke’s take on the blocking for Harris vs. Patterson after reviewing the All-22. Dejean is not looking at the the game’s film obviously.
People need to relax on Naj'. There are plenty of people breaking down film out there that know a lot more about it than most of us average fans sitting on our couch. Go watch film break down, he's not as much at fault as most think. For instance they always say CP doesn't have an issue. One such person broke down a play they both ran, same play CP broke it because the line did their job, same play for Naj, blown blocking assignment, nothing. Jeez!!!
O how I disliked it when the cowboys “triplets” had that heavy line and were successful- a good topic for ‘Mon (is it a necessity of pounds (weight) to get the job done?)
I do agree that it's Najee, but is it possible that Najee might be tipping the run when he is in. I do feel the holes created by the line at times seemed bigger for C .P.
2 remakes: 1. Seems to me on a very high % of the time when we play a team with a terrible run defense it’s like we are playing 12 mean joe greens out there and can’t run a damn thing. 2. Or another typical game when the team has a bad run defense they run 10 times on the day and Justin will pass the ball 45 times and our coaches will keep him from scrambling… that is my opinion what are your thoughts?
You can try getting Van Jefferson involved, but a prime Marino might struggle with that one. Sorry Van catches strays that should go toward Smith & the front office for assembling a WR room that has the least separation per route in the NFL by A LOT, & Pickens's separation metric is good, so imagine how bad the others are? & The Steelers? Stubborn? You don't say?
It’s really getting redundant Dk is the only one who wants to blame Najee for everything no criticism of the oline no criticism of blocking scheme no notice of Najee playing A tremendous amount of snaps with Jaylen out Cordell comes in A few snaps after Najee soften things up yes he’s faster but who’s really thinking 100% run if Najees not in so no there’s no defense that plays A 2nd string or 3rd string back the same as the 1st string back to think Najee isn’t trying his best every time he gets the ball is crazy he runs angry every time he gets the ball is he the fastest back in the world no is he the shiftiest no but you can’t question his effort and toughness like the other guy said scheme up some real blocking to get him some space this is A team thing not A Najee thing trust no one on the other team wants to see Najee break free he is keyed on whenever he’s in the backfield the other teams can smell it coming we have to get more creative with running schemes Najee is not Derrick Henry he doesn’t have the speed for quick cuts so the OC needs to play to his strengths get him in space make that cb or undersized LB have to make that tackle right now he’s being gang tackled every play nowhere to go it’s definitely not all of his fault his weakness is speed so get him space
I am not going to bash Najee. For the simple fact, the steelers make him look so predictable 9 times out of 10, he's gonna go straight up the middle. What do you think a defense is going to do? You put CP84 or Jaylen in. It's totally different for them.The defense doesn't crowd the box. Create some different stuff for Najee. And again, the hardest runner is always available. The offense of line needs to do a better job at opening up the holes better blocking. 💯🖤💛🖤💛
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Maybe Chris can break some down in his film study
Establish the passing game and mix in the run game in a way the other defense isn't sure what the play will be. Thank you DK and Chris
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DK is right, I've been saying all summer we need to be balanced on 1st down because everyone knows we wanna run the ball
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Absolutely need to throw more on first down!! Defenses know exactly what is coming when you’ve got Najee in the backfield on first. Linebackers are cracking down hard and there’s just no where to go. Cordarelle is a significant pass threat which is keeping the LBs on their toes, keeping lanes open a bit longer.
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I love this show great stuff look forward to it everyday thanks for doing what you do dk
Before the season started I said this game will determine who the Steelers are for this season .
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You're absolutely right about the differences between Najee and Cordarrelle Paterson. It's like night and day. Jaylen Warren (when he's healthy), also finds ways to get extra yards like Paterson. Najee runs hard, but he is downhill or bust. Most of the time its bust.
Yes! Air it out a bit, to set up the run. Position GP and TA to get open, then we also have Justin's legs, Muth, and Mt. Washington. That should produce enough points.
when Alex was ask about his injury. he said he will 100% be changing some of his off season routines. that was added this offseason. that’s more then alarming
I went back and watched all of Najees runs vs the Colts and tbh there wasn't much he could do. On most of his runs the blocking was horrific and he was getting hit before he got to the line. I don't put it all on Najee.
100% agree with Fields throwing early so Ds don't stack the box knowing a run is coming
I’m not a Najee apologist, but doesn’t the Cordarelle Patterson situation equate to the Steelers not practicing for Flacco in that the Colts didn’t practice for Patterson?
Lots of work to do.
Shouldn't be an excuse.Tomlin spent his career playing Flacco .
@@balayagesalon I agree, no excuses, but the reasoning stays the same.
Do they not game plan for situations where the starter QB goes down? When Flacco came in, that defense needed a new gameplan. They were using same game plan with Flacco. He's a totally different QB. They needed to get him out of pocket on the run on those 38 year old legs. He's not a mobile QB.
@@y2kelly66 They have roughly 7 hours of actual practice throughout the week, from my understanding. I think getting game plans in for 2 different QBs is close to impossible.
But to your point, there damn well needs to be a contingency
High school QB coach here (not a huge brag, obviously). I agree. Just throw the ball. We need more chunk yardage and Fields is clearly our best overall guy on offense right now. Give him 30-35 attempts a game. It’s okay to throw some interceptions! We need to take more risks. No risk it, no biscuit. Ben, Favre, Brady all are considered great and threw many interceptions. It’s going to happen if you throw a lot. I trust Fields. It’s time we all start trusting Fields. But, he also needs to be better at throwing the ball away. That will come with time and maturity. That run backwards fumble was just trying too hard. The opposing teams expect the run and are growing too comfortable stacking the box. Punish them. Single safety with tight corners should be a deep push almost every time. The run game will get better as the defense leans back, expecting pass. It goes both ways. Out-strategy the other team, keep them confused and surprised. We’ll be decimating people. Fields can sling that thing. He’s legit. Consider this: Fields’ ceiling is throwing like Herbert and running maybe better than Lamar. Imagine that!
YES! We're tired of 2nd and 10
Tomlin refuses to change, put any other back in on first down. Najee has no moves to make a play
Not worried about Harris they're gonna need him Nov Dec remember he doesn't fumble
I agree DK I been saying they need to take the training wheels off we need that fields that we seen in Indianapolis in second half more in the first half
DK, I’m flying up this weekend. Are you open (your store) Sunday before the game? Like lunchtime?
The way to grade any OC (and head coach) should be the % of plays called that gain 5+ yards.
I want to see us target #80 in the red zone more.
Falls forward = gains 2 more yards of yac !
I used to see Jack Lambert smoke cigarettes during the game...💯
Times were different back then
Watch the all 22. Not taking up for Harris but there was no lanes open for Harris. 3 runs CP hit was blocked up well then when they came back to those runs with Harris the Colts blew them up
Imagine if it had been CP that caught the pass in the flat instead of Najee CP may have taken that pass to the house! Not a knock on Najee CP is just visibly faster and twitchier.
Take advantage of the Cowgirls should be the mission to make a statement.!
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Cordarelle Patterson had holes that you could drive a truck through. Also the defense was keying on him.
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Its always the same debate when it comes to Harris and Patterson or Harris and Warren. Regardless of what the "holes" look like, Najee needs to hit them or make them
I swear I’m not a Najee apologist but Alex Kozora has a good break down of last weeks film and defenses are just playing Najee different because it’s SO OBVIOUS we’re running. It’s exactly what DK is saying - we need to throw more, - and this is me - ESPECIALLY when Naj is on the field. Linebackers have to be worried about the pass so they aren’t jamming all the holes immediately. Just watch Alex’s tape breakdown and tell me Najee had somewhere to go on those plays.
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@@StraightRocketFuelYes, that film study was very clear. No holes opened for Harris by the Oline. HUGE holes for Patterson to run through. Play calling is very, very poor by the OC for runs in this game for sure.
I’d like to see Chris Halicke’s take on the blocking for Harris vs. Patterson after reviewing the All-22. Dejean is not looking at the the game’s film obviously.
The surprise element has left the Steelers years ago. Too bad . 🇨🇦
DK u should be our headcoach Najee will be ok
People need to relax on Naj'. There are plenty of people breaking down film out there that know a lot more about it than most of us average fans sitting on our couch. Go watch film break down, he's not as much at fault as most think. For instance they always say CP doesn't have an issue. One such person broke down a play they both ran, same play CP broke it because the line did their job, same play for Naj, blown blocking assignment, nothing. Jeez!!!
Dallas doesn't have the Colts' O-line so it should make a difference.
O how I disliked it when the cowboys “triplets” had that heavy line and were successful- a good topic for ‘Mon (is it a necessity of pounds (weight) to get the job done?)
Hey uh… can fans watch the full coordinater interviews anywhere?
I do agree that it's Najee, but is it possible that Najee might be tipping the run when he is in. I do feel the holes created by the line at times seemed bigger for C .P.
2 remakes: 1. Seems to me on a very high % of the time when we play a team with a terrible run defense it’s like we are playing 12 mean joe greens out there and can’t run a damn thing.
2. Or another typical game when the team has a bad run defense they run 10 times on the day and Justin will pass the ball 45 times and our coaches will keep him from scrambling… that is my opinion what are your thoughts?
Najees a short-yardage goal-line back. Period. A type of back you put in the 4th qtr. when you have a big lead to run the clock out.
Run a double tight end set.
Najee, Run for they're Back Pockets, See What Happens.
But isn't this how Arthur Smith runs his offense run run run run run run run run no matter what??
Najee has never had a 100 yard game before week 5, and that was his rookie year. Well see
You can try getting Van Jefferson involved, but a prime Marino might struggle with that one.
Sorry Van catches strays that should go toward Smith & the front office for assembling a WR room that has the least separation per route in the NFL by A LOT, & Pickens's separation metric is good, so imagine how bad the others are?
& The Steelers? Stubborn? You don't say?
Anything's better than Canada's call's😅😅
It’s really getting redundant Dk is the only one who wants to blame Najee for everything no criticism of the oline no criticism of blocking scheme no notice of Najee playing A tremendous amount of snaps with Jaylen out Cordell comes in A few snaps after Najee soften things up yes he’s faster but who’s really thinking 100% run if Najees not in so no there’s no defense that plays A 2nd string or 3rd string back the same as the 1st string back to think Najee isn’t trying his best every time he gets the ball is crazy he runs angry every time he gets the ball is he the fastest back in the world no is he the shiftiest no but you can’t question his effort and toughness like the other guy said scheme up some real blocking to get him some space this is A team thing not A Najee thing trust no one on the other team wants to see Najee break free he is keyed on whenever he’s in the backfield the other teams can smell it coming we have to get more creative with running schemes Najee is not Derrick Henry he doesn’t have the speed for quick cuts so the OC needs to play to his strengths get him in space make that cb or undersized LB have to make that tackle right now he’s being gang tackled every play nowhere to go it’s definitely not all of his fault his weakness is speed so get him space
They wasn’t blitzing CP like they was doing Najee
Harris didn't have holes go back and watch the tape early the blocking was terrible.
DK! How u been love show and I love Herbig, but he can’t run and cover a player like Downs. He shouldn’t have to, isn’t that a schematic issue?
Man, yall crazy. Go watch the All 22 on Najee runs. Probably 2 or 3 plays where it’s his fault.
I am not going to bash Najee. For the simple fact, the steelers make him look so predictable 9 times out of 10, he's gonna go straight up the middle. What do you think a defense is going to do? You put CP84 or Jaylen in. It's totally different for them.The defense doesn't crowd the box.
Create some different stuff for Najee. And again, the hardest runner is always available.
The offense of line needs to do a better job at opening up the holes better blocking.
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Can we trade for WR Garrett Wilson
I watched Najee's tape from last week. the dude's vision is terrible. It was worse than I thought.
This tape? ruclips.net/video/08wHDqf57bE/видео.htmlsi=Zj1OuqOF7n72yNo0
They aren't winning the way they want.
I wish Chris would wait until after the show until he puts Chewing Tobacco in his mouth 😡. Don't look good especially on TV
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