SI Ranks Offensive Backfields

Originally Posted by GMScud

Yeah, well it can work just as easily the other way if the D is giving the O a short field by forcing turnovers in the opponents territory, and/or sacking the QB to set up 3rd and very longs.

Thats why I like the defensive ypg stat and I prefer the offensive ppg stat.

Originally Posted by GMScud

Do you really think we had the 4th best defense in football last year? I don't. Probably right around top 10, but not 4th.

Id agree with that statement. The defense did its job last year but at times didnt look like a top 4 defense. Hopefully this year our defense will be better overall across the board with the additions of Haynesworth and Orakpo.