If the field is not too good Saturday, Bates could have a huge day running the ball. He is arugably the best runner on the team. The run/pass threat on a wet field can be a big advantage.
Condensed Sat Weather Threads: Rain..watch for Bates!
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IMHO, I don't see Bates as a big pass threat yet. He obviously looks to run before he looks to throw the ball.
To play devils advocate, if the field is sloppy Bates would also have a hard time doing what he does which is get the corner and/or make solid cuts to avoid tackles.
Regardless of field conditions, the trenches is where this game will be won. If we can't stop their running game it is all over.
To play devils advocate, if the field is sloppy Bates would also have a hard time doing what he does which is get the corner and/or make solid cuts to avoid tackles.
Regardless of field conditions, the trenches is where this game will be won. If we can't stop their running game it is all over.
You can argue this until the cows come home. I think a wet track helps the offense because the receivers know when and where they will make their cuts and the d-backs don't.
I agree except, if the defense knows the runs are going off tackle, it's a lot easier to stack things up. Has to be some variety, either with the pass, or going outside.
Re: Wet day equals...
Thank God. I've been wondering why we haven't been utilizing this. We executed it beautifully last year with Meyer behind center.
Put Arnaud and Bates back there, well you know.
Thank God. I've been wondering why we haven't been utilizing this. We executed it beautifully last year with Meyer behind center.
Put Arnaud and Bates back there, well you know.
