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[QUOTE="RandomGuy, post: 2694640, member: 6422"]
When they are in zone, they are blocking laterally.  Appeared to be zone, in that package.  I saw D.Davis, from the TE position, drive blocking, so I have to think the TE's jobs are to get to the LB level, to keep them from filling any created gaps(from the zone blocking).

Zone blocking often favors smaller, faster linemen. Man - bigger, stronger.  We have bigger, and faster, so there is a legitimate argument, as to what scheme works best, in that situation.  I, personally, prefer a man scheme, when in close.

On an RPO block, linemen may be taught to pull their feet back under them, to make room for the RB(if he's coming), AND to keep them from being 3 yards down field. We got a few of those Saturday.  Martin getting one, didn't surprise me, in the least. If he came from a man scheme, it's difficult to surrender the advantage you've gained on your block, in the event it's a pass.

I love the heavy set.  I think it could be more effective with mixing up man/zone, and I know my preference.  However, there is an effective argument from the zone camp.  Hope to see both, in the future.
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