10-06-2018, 11:01 AM
I probably don't give the OL enough credit for their marked improvement from last season, but they definitely deserve it. Last year's OL was a serious problem, and it has taken a serious effort from the entire organization to begin the turnaround. If I have to give props to one man, above the rest, for taking on this problem, it has to be Bill Lazor.
Lazor recognized the problem of a strategic difference in philosophies with Paul Alexander's schemes and techniques, that just weren't going to work in Lazor's offensive game plan. It's taken tremendous effort on the part of the players, for buying into the changes in coaching and philosophy, and putting in the needed work for improving. I credit Marvin Lewis for allowing Lazor to have his say in the matter, and even the front office for allowing these changes in coaching and personnel to happen.
Sure, there's still a long way to go, before they achieve dominance. But the early returns are looking good so far.
Lazor recognized the problem of a strategic difference in philosophies with Paul Alexander's schemes and techniques, that just weren't going to work in Lazor's offensive game plan. It's taken tremendous effort on the part of the players, for buying into the changes in coaching and philosophy, and putting in the needed work for improving. I credit Marvin Lewis for allowing Lazor to have his say in the matter, and even the front office for allowing these changes in coaching and personnel to happen.
Sure, there's still a long way to go, before they achieve dominance. But the early returns are looking good so far.
Volson is meh, but I like him, and he has far exceeded my expectations
-Frank Booth 1/9/23