NineOneSeven
2018-19 Iggy Hoops Leader Scorer
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I'm trying to follow your logic. Running on 1st down and gaining 2 yards is killing our drives but 2nd and 10 after an incomplete pass is better? It's the result of the play, not the method, that is important.
The key is to mix it up on all downs so that you're not predictable. Passing every first down will tip your hand as well. I also think we do mix it up pretty well. I think people see what they want to see. People grumble when a 1st down run gains 1-2 yards and say things like, "we ALWAYs run up the middle on 1st down!" regardless of if it was a pass on the prior 1st and 10.
There is no logic. I don't care if it's predictable. If it's effective it works. The world knew julio jones was going to get the targets but he still had 300 yards. Crazy comparison? Absolutely.
Ill take the chance throwing three straight times, assuming you even miss on first down, compared to running for two yards on first. Throw to Tawo 20 times. Let's go crazy baby!