No Huddle Anyone?

[Stash]

In watching Friday night's game, among the many things I was impressed with, one thing stood out to me - how effective the Cowboys were in going down the field before the half.

This got me thinking about how effective they might be running a form of no-huddle offense.

Not regularly mind you, but I think it would be a benefit if run from time-to-time.

I think it challenges players to be a bit more focused than they usually are and I think that would be a good thing for guys like Gurode who seems to mentally 'check out' from time to time.

I'm interested to know what the rest of you think?

 

[theWave21]

I like it too. Romo has always been good at the no-huddle offense. I don't know if the Titans game was any indication, but the Cowboys may be trying to slow things down and play more of a ball control offense. It's probably too early to say, maybe they were just playing it close to the vest, not wanting to show too much.

I'd love to see the no-huddle though.

 

[Hostile]

I hate the No Huddle with the exception of 2 minute drills when I think it has a distinct advantage over Prevent Defensive schemes. I don't like any Offensive scheme that could get our Defense back on the field while still tired. A tired Defense gives up points.

 

[The Quest for Six]

no huddle is a gimmick, when your a good team, you don't need gimmicks..

 

[InmanRoshi]

no huddle is a gimmick, when your a good team, you don't need gimmicks..

For example, Buffalo is using it as a gimmick to hide the fact that their OL is a utter disaster.

The goal of this season is to get back to a controlled tempo game using a 2 TE base set, 3 headed monster at RB and Romo's ability to efficiently manage a midrange passing attack. We're trying to maintain a manageable down and distance with a higher efficiency since we're not trying to revolve the offense around a certain nutjob, washed up WR. Running a no huddle completely flies in the face of that philosophy. Please, no more expecting Romo to continually bail us out of 3rd and 8 in a chuck n duck offense .

 

[Stash]

For example, Buffalo is using it as a gimmick to hide the fact that their OL is a utter disaster.

The goal of this season is to get back to a controlled tempo game using a 2 TE base set, 3 headed monster at RB and Romo's ability to efficiently manage a midrange passing attack. We're trying to maintain a manageable down and distance with a higher efficiency since we're not trying to revolve the offense around a certain nutjob, washed up WR. Running a no huddle completely flies in the face of that philosophy. Please, no more expecting Romo to continually bail us out of 3rd and 8 in a chuck n duck offense .

That is a very good point.

And one that somehow eluded me.

The Cowboys are trying to emulate the successful formulas that helped the Giants and Steelers win the past two Super Bowls, great defense and a solid offense that plays the odds and doesn't make big mistakes.

This idea does seem contrary to what they're looking to do.

 

[CATCH17]

I think we should absolutely use the no huddle from time to time.

I wouldn't want it as our staple or anything but when this offense needs a jult I think it would be great.



We have to many players that can do things well on the fly and Tony Romo looks like a Point Guard leading a fast break out there.

I hope the coaches see this and throw it in a couple times a game.

 

[theogt]

Personally I like 9 minute TD drives.

 

[casmith07]

Personally I like 9 minute TD drives.

Longer than that, if possible!

 

[Bob Sacamano]

no huddle is a gimmick, when your a good team, you don't need gimmicks..

the Colts use it alot

I agree with Hos, long drives are cool, but why not just throw the no-huddle at them too?

 

[Real1st]

Personally I like 9 minute TD drives.

Yup..

Keeps our defense fresh and their defense gassed.

 

[DandyDon1722]

Here's where we ABSOLUTELY SHOULD go no huddle - The Opening Drive.

And here's why:

1. There was a recent post on Romo's statistical performance by quarters and his first quarter is DRAMATICALLY lower than all others. You cannot deny the fact we are sluggish early on and Romo in particular.

2. How many times do we need to see Barber get stuffed early on, only to see holes eventually open up later in the game.

3. It would give us a sense of urgency and keep situational substitutions to a minimum on the defense allowing us to maximize our weapons. Play action to the TE's followed by a draw to Barber or Felix sends a message right away and keeps defenses on their heels early.

I understand the "gimmick" perception, but I believe it would make a dramatic contribution to the way we open games.

 

[BrassCowboy]

Personally I like 9 minute TD drives.

love those long drives,

 

[CATCH17]

Here's where we ABSOLUTELY SHOULD go no huddle - The Opening Drive.

And here's why:

1. There was a recent post on Romo's statistical performance by quarters and his first quarter is DRAMATICALLY lower than all others. You cannot deny the fact we are sluggish early on and Romo in particular.

2. How many times do we need to see Barber get stuffed early on, only to see holes eventually open up later in the game.

3. It would give us a sense of urgency and keep situational substitutions to a minimum on the defense allowing us to maximize our weapons. Play action to the TE's followed by a draw to Barber or Felix sends a message right away and keeps defenses on their heels early.

I understand the "gimmick" perception, but I believe it would make a dramatic contribution to the way we open games.

I agree.

I think if we came out setting a fast pace than we would have most teams finished off before the 4th quarter even begins.


We have the ability to just absolutely overwhelm teams with a no huddle.