I agree with this, too.

Most of the criticisms aren't of the "do the exact opposite" variety, i.e., "let's throw the ball 50 times a game."

Most critics, IMO, understand and accept Herm's strategy (at least in the Indy game). They just want to see some tactical changes. Go deep occasionally to loosen up the D. Call plays that force the D to defend the whole field. Throw on first down. Throw past the down markers. We have a QB now that, I think, can do that stuff better than the old one.

It's about how and when you pass, not how much. But when every pass is a virtual extension of the running game, you're not gonna accomplish much.

Do you read this forum? There's plenty of stupid people who don't realize that.

and score some damn points!

Now you're just being unrealistic. That's Arena League stuff. This is the NFL, son.

This team is such a joke. Did anyone else notice Terry Bradshaw giggle when the Chief’s were mentioned at halftime? Pathetic just pathetic.

Well stated, Mr. siberian khatru. That's exactly how I feel.

Interestingly, none of those items necessarily lead to additional danger to Brodie from the baddies. In fact, they would reduce the danger.

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Good point, they are the same people, but just look different.

I backed Huard, but he was part of the problem towards the end. However, you're correct in that Herm Edwards philosophy is the biggest offensive liability on this team. Has been from day one.

OK. So at the end of last year the high octane offense puts too much pressure on the D. Now the low octane Offense is putting too much pressure on the D. Which is it?

There was no high octane offense last season. I dont know what games you were watchin.

Herman Edwards thinks that Bill Belichick is really screwing up by scoring all those points.

Rain Man, have your permanently altered you brain chemistry or something?

Have you ever heard about that phenomenon where people's hair turns white if they live through a highly traumatic event? Well, last Sunday turned my attitude white.

What color was your attitude before?

The media needs to call him out on it, but lure him in...

Herm, your strategy worked well for 3 quarters, and really kept the team in the game. It was 10-10 after 3 quarters, and I know no one in this room thought that would happen [chuckle]. However, after Croyle had just driven the team down for a touchdown and forced the Colts to punt, you deferred on offense and gave the ball back to soon-HoF quarterback and commercial star Peyton Manning. You forced the Colts to punt again, yet deferred again. Exactly how many times would you have done that until you realized the Colts aren't going to do anything stupid either, and actually try to score points on offense?