News: DC: Broaddus: O-Line Issues, Claiborne's Play Among 12 Thoughts From N.O.

[NewsBot]

NEW ORLEANS – There’s so much to be said about a game like that – and even more to be said when we’ve had a chance to sit back and break this one down.

For now, here are my biggest impressions from what turned out to be a painful night in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

1) I really believed that things were going to be different for the offense with left guard Ronald Leary back in the lineup, especially running the ball. Despite some early success with Joseph Randle, they couldn’t sustain it, and that is something that they can't have happen. It appeared that their issues were more on the backside of the line where as a group they struggled with securing those blocks and allowing free runners to the ball.

2) I was on the field for the last eight minutes of the game, so I really didn't have a good view of the final drive that tied the score. Up until that point, I didn't feel like there was anyone on the offense that could win on the outside. There were just too many contested throws, and the Saints secondary did a better job of denying those types of balls.

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[WoodysGirl]

Broaddus thoughts...

 

[John813]

Might have been a missed opportunity there.

Sure feel like I read this too often when it comes to the Cowboys, for the past decade+

 

[BoysWin]

NEW ORLEANS – There’s so much to be said about a game like that – and even more to be said when we’ve had a chance to sit back and break this one down.

For now, here are my biggest impressions from what turned out to be a painful night in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

1) I really believed that things were going to be different for the offense with left guard Ronald Leary back in the lineup, especially running the ball. Despite some early success with Joseph Randle, they couldn’t sustain it, and that is something that they can't have happen. It appeared that their issues were more on the backside of the line where as a group they struggled with securing those blocks and allowing free runners to the ball.

2) I was on the field for the last eight minutes of the game, so I really didn't have a good view of the final drive that tied the score. Up until that point, I didn't feel like there was anyone on the offense that could win on the outside. There were just too many contested throws, and the Saints secondary did a better job of denying those types of balls.

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The "heart of desire" ha been burned out of football players with JG entitlement program. Joe Randle has never been a Lead back in the NFL - why in DALLAS. Total BS. Hayden can move an OLman behind the LOS even with backpedal from the OLman. 39, 42, 27 are scrubs. Team is in total disarray.........

 

[PJTHEDOORS]

I wonder if any of our OL make the pro bowl this year? As of now, not looking good.

 

[dbonham]

Run game is just too finicky with Randle as the bellcow. I'd like to see more Christine on running downs to get the extra yard and put the hurt on the defense. I did see Weeden looking better in empty sets, they need to put shock collar on him that activates as soon as he rolls out. Another good game from Mo. Good game by Wilson until he blew the game.

 

[CooterBrown]

The new OL coach ain't no Bill Calahan, and Joe Randle ain't no Demarco Murray.

 

[ABQcowboyJR]

I have to agree on the empty set point. I don't like it, but Weeden functions very well with it.

 

[RS12]

6) I just didn't feel like Barry Church played one of his best games. As much as he is around the ball tackling, he wasn't as sure as he normally is. I also felt there were some snaps where they took advantage of him in coverage and he was late to get in position to affect the play. And just not the final play in overtime, but the entire game.

The safety position needs drastic upgrades. Church has always been subpar in coverage and Wilcox lacks instincts to be more than average.

 

[perrykemp]

The safety position needs drastic upgrades. Church has always been subpar in coverage and Wilcox lacks instincts to be more than average.

This has been a known for 3 years now.

 

[waving monkey]

The "heart of desire" ha been burned out of football players with JG entitlement program. Joe Randle has never been a Lead back in the NFL - why in DALLAS. Total BS. Hayden can move an OLman behind the LOS even with backpedal from the OLman. 39, 42, 27 are scrubs. Team is in total disarray.........

B..frigging...S

 

[tsumma]

Guess losing our O-Line coach was a bigger deal than everyone thought...

 

[JohnsKey19]

I've been very impressed with Claiborne this season.

 

[Sportsbabe]

Guess losing our O-Line coach was a bigger deal than everyone thought...

B friggin S

 

[jwitten82]

The safety position needs drastic upgrades. Church has always been subpar in coverage and Wilcox lacks instincts to be more than average.

Instead theyll probably keep drafting players and converting them to safety instead of drafting an actual safety.

 

[perrykemp]

I've been very impressed with Claiborne this season.

I have been impressed that he hasn't sucked.

In all, he has become a serviceable CB and is probably the best pass defender on the roster.

His run defense, which is a absolutely requirement for CBs in a Lovie Smith / Marinelli defense, is slightly above atrocious.

 

[MRV52]

The new OL coach ain't no Bill Calahan, and Joe Randle ain't no Demarco Murray.

And DeMarco Murray aint DeMarco Murray this year.

 

[Word Mofo]

12) As long as Brandon Weeden is playing quarterback, if I am Scott Linehan, I am considering just playing more empty-set formations. Weeden appears to see the field better and it opens up some one-on-one opportunities on the outside. Weeden playing out of the shotgun in this type of attack I thought made him much more comfortable.

I totally agree with this. Weeden comes from that Ok State spread attack, and he seems comfortable with that. That will also hide the deficiencies in our WRs and RBs. Weeden looked great when we spread things out.

 

[ShiningStar]

Guess losing our O-Line coach was a bigger deal than everyone thought...

not this fan.