08-24-2019, 01:10 PM
(08-24-2019, 09:32 AM)BengalsRocker Wrote: I think in reality most people wanted Marvin to be more aggressive game day.
Not to just scream and fume on the sidelines.
Off the field I really don't think pre-game speeches make much difference at all.
- Discipline and control players who are negatively affecting the game(attitude/penalties/lack of production).
- Be stern with the officials.
- Don't just stand there frozen with mouth agape.
- Adjustments.
Watching game film in groups and constructively critiquing one's play is much more constructive than yelling right before the game.
After all these guys are professionals and(besides money)are driven by competition.
Having players compete against each other for who gets to start is not a bad thing.
Some of those above things are what we hope ZT changes and brings to the table.
My opinion is watching the same coach over 15 years or so becomes boring to the fans, we know how he will act on the sidelines, with officials, press conferences and so on. ML was ML and we got to know ML. Some started disliking him because he went from moving the franchise upward to going backwards. Once the losing began, he became the goat for every mistake made by players or his coaching staff.
I get it, he was the HC and the buck stops at the top. My point is ML could coach, to say he could not is false.
People love Zac because he is young, talks and acts differently. He is the new shiney toy. Mark my words, he starts losing games fans thought were winnable, he heads to the forum trash heap with other players and coaches. Win Zac win!!
I am so ready for 2024 season. I love pro football and hoping for a great Bengals year. Regardless, always remember it is a game and entertainment.