Re: Looking ahead to the Saints
My hopes for the Saints in DC are as follows:
1. The D line continues to get push.
Sunday was fun to watch, and even with a mobile QB such as Garcia the line was able to get pressure all day. Even when he was able to get the ball to receivers there was pressure while he threw. I like Campbell and all, but he looked confused and immobile against the Giants... NO should be in his face all day.
2. More Colston, please.
I understand the gameplan for the Bucs included a more spread offense and a LOT of Reggie. But I would like to see NO best WR get more face time and let him do what he does. This is not saying I don't want to see Reggie run wild, but I want to see Colston get at least 6 or 7 catches.
3. Shockey, Shockey, Shockey.
Sunday was a nice debut. But in DC I want Shock to place the fear of the football Gods into the Skins. I want to see screencaps all day Monday of the confused Washington defensive player's faces as they try their best to find a way to cover Shockey while still not leaving Colston or Bush huge opportunities.
4. Test Washington's D early with a shot
Don't be shy to use that playaction, Payton. When Devery caught that TD pass Sunday it brought back a flood of feelings that I hadn't really felt since 06. The feeling that "yeah... we'll catch back up".
5. MM back in action alongside Porter
The kid really shined Sunday and there is no reason to "demote" him against a weaker offense this Sunday. I'm really looking forward to watching him mature in front of our eyes into a real playmaker.
6. Got Bush?
What can I say about the most athletic and explosive player the Saints have ever had? Sunday was like a "rebirth" of sorts for Reggie after the disappointing and injury riddled 07. He ran with authority, with swagger. And also, he ran fast as all hell. I would be my last dollar that Washington is scared poopless that they are going to be made fools of... especially their linebackers. Expect a LOT of plays that use Reggie as a decoy Sunday and even more that put him where he can do what he does best.
Score.
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