Early kudos to the o-line

[HarleyDog]

(10-06-2018, 11:01 AM)SunsetBengal Wrote: 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.

I agree. I'm pretty stoked with the changes thus far. We we're in a pit of agony for a long time and had the coaching changes not taken place, we would probably be 1-3 if not 0-4. The OL is not the best in the league by any means, but the improvement this year alone is a little staggering compared to last year. As the season progresses, they will play with more confidence and continue to grow together.

And what can we say about A.D? After last year, I feared he would be paranoid behind this line. Yet, the direction the coaching staff headed and the additions to support him kept his trust. Dude has been phenomenal at brushing off last year and heading into this one with a new perspective. These guys are currently 3-1 and have played some tough games. Even with Carolina, we were in it till the end.  They are only going to get better. That's very exciting.

Here's to hoping tomorrow night we hit the hey 4-1. I think the chances are in our favor and we are a better team. Winning tomorrow is really going to brighten the flame and confidence of this entire team.