02-05-2018, 11:27 AM
(02-05-2018, 03:09 AM)TKUHL Wrote: So one thing I noticed while watching the SB is that both teams have very good Centers, and Olines altogether and both teams have a lethal TE. Another thing I noticed is both teams have speedy WR's that can get separation fast. Is this the blueprint to be successful. Of course they both have very good defensive players also but, is it just a coincidence both teams in the SB have good lines and a TE that leads both their teams in receiving. If this is the recipe we have none of it.
I think being good on the lines impacts the game more than a good TE. Having a stud TE helps but it’s not a must have position. The Patriots have won super bowls and playoff games without Gronk. It’s more about working the middle of the field and having a good second scoring threat weather than comes from TE or a number two receiver, or a slot receiver who can work the middle of the field. For example if Ross played like the number 9 pick , it would open up the offense for Green , we wouldn’t miss Eifert as much and Kroft could just be a compliment piece. But the line makes the difference, philly could run the ball and use play action effectively, plus the line could give Foles time to throw. All things the Bengals can’t do.
