I know we've talked about this subject before but I would love to get more viewpoints on this:
Last week versus the Jets the Dolphins did what they always do (I think-please correct me if I'm wrong) after taking a lead both offense and defense get very conservative. The offense starts running the ball most of the time to run out the clock. Is this because we just were not executing pass plays in the fourth quarter or were we really just trying to run out the clock?
The defense starts concentrating on not giving up big plays.
Now it seems to me in almost every other sport teams and individuals save they're best for last. Why not continue to mix in a balanced attack on offense and even go for some big plays to keep the oppossition on their heels?
Likewise, with the defense why not really go after the quarterback (maybe not all the time but more) to sack him, cause a fumble or just to make sure they go three and out?
I don't know that it's a lack of a "killer instinct" as much as "philosophy of the game."
What do you guys think?:chat:
Last week versus the Jets the Dolphins did what they always do (I think-please correct me if I'm wrong) after taking a lead both offense and defense get very conservative. The offense starts running the ball most of the time to run out the clock. Is this because we just were not executing pass plays in the fourth quarter or were we really just trying to run out the clock?
The defense starts concentrating on not giving up big plays.
Now it seems to me in almost every other sport teams and individuals save they're best for last. Why not continue to mix in a balanced attack on offense and even go for some big plays to keep the oppossition on their heels?
Likewise, with the defense why not really go after the quarterback (maybe not all the time but more) to sack him, cause a fumble or just to make sure they go three and out?
I don't know that it's a lack of a "killer instinct" as much as "philosophy of the game."
What do you guys think?:chat: