Mike & Mike: low expectations for the Skins

[skinsnut]

Originally Posted by skinsnut

I'm not as confident as the rest when it comes to our defense.
The truth is we stopped a backup QB with the Titans and we slowed Pittsburgh...it seems we wore down and gave up long drives over a period of time. Yes, no touchdowns, but long drives eventually wear defenses down.
I dont see the Ravens as a particularly strong offensive team to measure against either...I am concerned.

I am Very concerned about our offensive line.
To expect strong showings from Betts and Portis this year is a stretch...especially before the bye...the OL has not played well together...period.

I think Campbell will be good but I am still waiting for good performances by ARE or Lloyd.

The only significant differences in this years team and last is this:
Campbell starting.
A missing LG (at least until they jell)
A much better MLB

Thats probably good enough for an additional 3 wins, tops.
I would be shocked if the skins went 9-7

Last year, I thought the team would go 6-10 at this time..I was wrong...but, take a good look at first team performance....struggling to score and giving up long drives against a decent offense....hmm.

I sure hope I am wrong

(halftime)
Its very interesting that the same thing is happening to our D that happened against the Steelers....fantastic early, then giving up long drives as the half wore on...I wonder how they would wear down over an entire game...This is the thing that makes me think our defense is not as good as everyone thinks right now.