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Sheriff Gonna Getcha · 05-27-2005, 05:23 AM

I don't think the defense gave up too many big plays. The only big plays that come to mind are (1) Warner's 30+ yard TD pass, (2) Richie Anderson's 20+ yard TD pass, (3) Testaverde's 40+ yard TD pass, and McNabb's 40+ yard completion to Pinkston.

Most of the big plays came when we were playing a prevent defense (i.e. Testaverde's game winning pass) and were few and far between. I wouldn't sweat the pass rush. A big reason why we're so loaded at the back 7 is because they are the guys who bring the heat in Williams' system. So, while I too would like to see a pass rush from the front four, I'm not worried. Moreover, pass-rushing DEs and DTs are VERY, VERY expensive when they come via free agency and usually take a long time to develop if they are drafted.

05-27-2005, 05:23 AM	#2
Sheriff Gonna Getcha Franchise Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Age: 46 Posts: 8,317	Re: Sporting News Magazine... I don't think the defense gave up too many big plays. The only big plays that come to mind are (1) Warner's 30+ yard TD pass, (2) Richie Anderson's 20+ yard TD pass, (3) Testaverde's 40+ yard TD pass, and McNabb's 40+ yard completion to Pinkston. Most of the big plays came when we were playing a prevent defense (i.e. Testaverde's game winning pass) and were few and far between. I wouldn't sweat the pass rush. A big reason why we're so loaded at the back 7 is because they are the guys who bring the heat in Williams' system. So, while I too would like to see a pass rush from the front four, I'm not worried. Moreover, pass-rushing DEs and DTs are VERY, VERY expensive when they come via free agency and usually take a long time to develop if they are drafted.