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(01-10-2021, 12:01 PM)SunsetBengal Wrote: That is an often overlooked detail, when folks are criticizing the overall play of the defense.  Who knows, maybe with a change in coaching perspective and an infusion of quality free agents, the OL can put together some 10-12 play drives resulting in 1st half scores?  I think that it's pretty much universally understood that defenses play much better when protecting a lead, rather than attempting to slow the bleeding from an anemic offense that keeps putting them back on the field.

It isn't the only facet, but a piece of the puzzle for certain.  More balanced on offense, better rush defense, better pass rush...all parts of the puzzle to a playoff contender.