Originally posted by DezertBill
"I would have to say the same people who let us down every year will do it again this year, the defense. Whether it's a lack of talent or mental weakness, this defense can't hold up when it really counts. That, my friends, is the real reason this team can't get over the hump. "
I wouldn't think that with your running game and QB that you could blame any downfall on your defense. It is what got you here in the first place, right?
The loss of Gardener was huge, and the offense had to raise it up a notch to make up for it. Unfortunately for you guys, it went the other way.
I think your defense is fine. You won't be able to go far in the playoffs unless your OC can put together a plan to take the pressure off Fiedler and incite the running game. When the offense struggled at the beginning of the year, your defense bailed them out.
Your offense need to return the favor.