Cowboys blitz vs Purdy

[JBS]

Some interesting stats here - something to keep an eye on during the game

 

[ScipioCowboy]

I’ll chalk this up to statistical background noise.

 

[Doomsday101]

If you can get to the QB with a 4 man rush, then I would not look to blitz very often. I think Cowboys will throw the blitz from time to time, show blitz and back out of it but again if you can bring the pressure and do so without the blitz that is not a bad thing

 

[conner01]

Pressure affects every QB. The elite QB’s handle it better because they make quicker decisions. The way they can beat pressure is dump it off to their RB’s who are major playmakers. If we can pressure him AND keep those dump offs from being big plays then we can win this game

 

[JBS]

If you can get to the QB with a 4 man rush, then I would not look to blitz very often. I think Cowboys will throw the blitz from time to time, show blitz and back out of it but again if you can bring the pressure and do so without the blitz that is not a bad thing

You don’t understand the stats..purdy struggles Vs the blitz

 

[Doomsday101]

You don’t understand the stats..purdy struggles Vs the blitz

I get that, however SF has not faced a defense like Dallas who has the ability to get to the QB without the blitz. Does not mean I would not throw blitzes at him but if I can rush 4 and keep coverage and still be able to put heavy pressure on him the results are the same if not better.

 

[J12B]

I get that, however SF has not faced a defense like Dallas who has the ability to get to the QB without the blitz. Does not mean I would not throw blitzes at him but if I can rush 4 and keep coverage and still be able to put heavy pressure on him the results are the same if not better.

SF is not an easy team to blitz.

They have a top 5 oline.

They have a creative offense that confuses defenses.

They have 3 playmaker in McCaffery, Deebo and Kittle.

The Dallas defense will have a lot on their hands and won't be able to blitz that often.

 

[thunderpimp91]

You don’t understand the stats..purdy struggles Vs the blitz

Imagine how much he would struggle if a team like the Cowboys can put pressure on without blitzing though. Making a young QB have to react quick with 7 defenders in coverage is a recipe for disaster for the 9ers. The Cowboys still have to prove they can do that, but I would expect them to try before dialing up a heavy blitzing attack though.

 

[Doomsday101]

SF is not an easy team to blitz.

They have a top 5 oline.

They have a creative offense that confuses defenses.

They have 3 playmaker in McCaffery, Deebo and Kittle.

The Dallas defense will have a lot on their hands and won't be able to blitz that often.

I don't expect Dallas to blitz a lot, I do think we will show blitz and back out, I think will we show man and back into zones. I think Dallas will do everything they can to create problems for Purdy. I respect the 9ers ability I also know they have not played anyone who can bring pressure as the Cowboys can.

 

[JBS]

I get that, however SF has not faced a defense like Dallas who has the ability to get to the QB without the blitz. Does not mean I would not throw blitzes at him but if I can rush 4 and keep coverage and still be able to put heavy pressure on him the results are the same if not better.

It clearly says he does well vs pressure when not blitzed. Not sure why you think otherwise

 

[cowboys5xsbs]

Micah needs to go off again and I think he will

 

[thunderpimp91]

It clearly says he does well vs pressure when not blitzed. Not sure why you think otherwise

Because the stats provided are very open ended while it only makes sense that getting pressure with dedicating fewer rushers is tougher for the defense.

To get a full picture we need to understand what metrics are being used to decide what pressure is. A team can technically get pressure but if it's after the QB is sitting in the pocket for 5-6 seconds it's a completely different type of pressure. The Cowboys DLine when at their best creates quick pressure consistently with just 4 and then mix in the occasional blitz. I don't care what any numbers say if this team is getting to Purdy and making him make quick decisions with just 4 pass rushers it's going to be a good day for the Cowboys.

 

[MyFairLady]

Micah needs to go off again and I think he will

Agreed.

 

[Doomsday101]

It clearly says he does well vs pressure when not blitzed. Not sure why you think otherwise

Because it is the pressure, many teams can only bring pressure by the blitz, Dallas is not a team who must Blitz to put the heat on the QB or get sacks.

 

[JBS]

Imagine how much he would struggle if a team like the Cowboys can put pressure on without blitzing though. Making a young QB have to react quick with 7 defenders in coverage is a recipe for disaster for the 9ers. The Cowboys still have to prove they can do that, but I would expect them to try before dialing up a heavy blitzing attack though.

This makes no damn sense. The stats show how he does when pressured and not blitzed. The guy has played for almost 2 months. You think he’s never seen pressure? What is wrong w you people. The blue print is in front of your damn eyes. Follow it.

 

[JBS]

Because it is the pressure, many teams can only bring pressure by the blitz, Dallas is not a team who must Blitz to put the heat on the QB or get sacks.

Are you serious right now? Lolol. You make zero sense

 

[Doomsday101]

Are you serious right now? Lolol. You make zero sense

Yes I'm serious I make 0 sense to a guy who evidently has 0 knowledge of the game. Dallas can get to the QB without all out blitzing and as far as Purdy stats? 7-0 that is what the blitz does, it leaves you exposed for big plays, his number may be down for the most part but hitting 1 or 2 plays for big scores is all you need. Dallas bringing pressure and keeping men in coverage, showing him different looks, showing blitz and back out and yes on occasions coming with the blitz is what confuses a young QB. Hell last week in confused a vet QB

 

[thunderpimp91]

This makes no damn sense. The stats show how he does when pressured and not blitzed. The guy has played for almost 2 months. You think he’s never seen pressure? What is wrong w you people. The blue print is in front of your damn eyes. Follow it.

If feels like you looking at data surface level, especially given that we dont have much definition around the metrics being used. Simply blitzing doesnt mean anything if you dont understand the why behind it being successful. Is it because he doesnt feel pressure as well when 5-6 players are coming after him? Is it that most teams cant get quick pressure with 4? Is there any significance in down/distance with these numbers? Will teams not blitz on possible run downs and doing it mostly on 3rd & long situations?

Just because a player has poor numbers against a blitz doesnt mean you blitz every play and are guaranteed success.

 

[Portnoy1]

Because the stats provided are very open ended while it only makes sense that getting pressure with dedicating fewer rushers is tougher for the defense.

To get a full picture we need to understand what metrics are being used to decide what pressure is. A team can technically get pressure but if it's after the QB is sitting in the pocket for 5-6 seconds it's a completely different type of pressure. The Cowboys DLine when at their best creates quick pressure consistently with just 4 and then mix in the occasional blitz. I don't care what any numbers say if this team is getting to Purdy and making him make quick decisions with just 4 pass rushers it's going to be a good day for the Cowboys.

Provided they tackle. Quick decisions to Cmac, Kittle or Deebo can also result in big gains if we don’t tackle them on the spot

 

[thunderpimp91]

Provided they tackle. Quick decisions to Cmac, Kittle or Deebo can also result in big gains if we don’t tackle them on the spot

Agreed, but I think that is where the Cowboys ability to get pressure with 4 instead of bringing the blitz will be a huge factor in who wins this game. We are not a great tackling team, especially on the outside. Bringing extra pressure and leaving guys on an island against Deebo, CMC, or Aiyuk could get dangerous.