I always see the QB identifying a certain defensive player as the MIC. I know what it means.. that's not the issue, but why is it so crucial? It seems the first thing any QB does is identify that player, so it has to be extremely important. What I don't understand is the huge advantage after the fact... it's not like the defensive player is wearing an invisible cloak, I'm pretty sure the offensive line would attempt to block him regardless. Is it because the MIC position is often the one blitzing? I know the MIC makes the defensive calls and is the source of communication from the sidelines... but when both teams are at the line, the offensive play is already called as well as the defensive play.. can't understand why it's so crucial.
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Took me a minute to figure out what you meant - it's Mike. Anyway, the Mike backer is generally the stud of the front 7, and will be lining up as the player closest to the ball, except for the DT's who more often then not are there to eat up blockers, not to make tackles. As such, he must be accounted for. It's not a matter of changing the play as it's a matter of blocking.
Jeff Pasquino
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Identifying the MIKE is a key for blocking schemes. Keying off of a MIKE sets who gets who as far as blocking assignments.Since many teams don't use a NG these days, either a C or a pulling G will get the MIKE and the line's blocking calls are predicated on whomever is the MIKE in a 4-3 alignment.
the rover
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PitbullTD
Footballguy
Not sure what was so hilarious about his question? It was a legitimate question from someone who is trying to understand more about football. And im sure a question that others have thought about as well.Its responses like this that keep those people from asking these questions.If it was so hilarious to you and elementary why didn't you give him an indepth answer like others.Congrats on looking like a supreme tool oh genius one.
inca911
Footballguy
Not sure what was so hilarious about his question? It was a legitimate question from someone who is trying to understand more about football. And im sure a question that others have thought about as well.Its responses like this that keep those people from asking these questions.If it was so hilarious to you and elementary why didn't you give him an indepth answer like others.Congrats on looking like a supreme tool oh genius one.
Jeff Pasquino
Footballguy
I think you mean this one:IDP Guide
You can find preseason stuff or articles from the home page - just click "Articles".
That's the one.
fridayfrenzy
Footballguy
I believe the humour is that the OP stated as if he knew the first thing, but they are identifying the MIKE, not the player with the MIC in the helmet. The MIKE is usually the defensive player with the headset in their helmet, but not always.Not sure what was so hilarious about his question? It was a legitimate question from someone who is trying to understand more about football. And im sure a question that others have thought about as well.Its responses like this that keep those people from asking these questions.If it was so hilarious to you and elementary why didn't you give him an indepth answer like others.Congrats on looking like a supreme tool oh genius one.
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PitbullTD
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So whynot set the OP straight and give him the correct information rather than laughing at him? It doesnt excuse Rovers' being a #####I believe the humour is that the OP stated as if he knew the first thing, but they are identifying the MIKE, not the player with the MIC in the helmet. The MIKE is usually the defensive player with the headset in their helmet, but not always.Not sure what was so hilarious about his question? It was a legitimate question from someone who is trying to understand more about football. And im sure a question that others have thought about as well.Its responses like this that keep those people from asking these questions.If it was so hilarious to you and elementary why didn't you give him an indepth answer like others.Congrats on looking like a supreme tool oh genius one.
Not Sure
Footballguy
Not sure what was so hilarious about his question? It was a legitimate question from someone who is trying to understand more about football. And im sure a question that others have thought about as well.Its responses like this that keep those people from asking these questions.If it was so hilarious to you and elementary why didn't you give him an indepth answer like others.Congrats on looking like a supreme tool oh genius one.
the rover
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why give the same answer a third time? but thanks, you're almost as funny as the original post. good info in here.Not sure what was so hilarious about his question? It was a legitimate question from someone who is trying to understand more about football. And im sure a question that others have thought about as well.Its responses like this that keep those people from asking these questions.If it was so hilarious to you and elementary why didn't you give him an indepth answer like others.Congrats on looking like a supreme tool oh genius one.
KnowledgeReignsSupreme
Footballguy
If he was wearing an invisible cloak, no one would even notice it.
Maroney=Sped
Footballguy
What if it's open mic night?
The_U
Footballguy
Nah dude, you seriously came off looking like a total knob, sorry. No real way to spin this otherwise. The point was already made but it's people like you who prevent people like the OP from asking questions to help them understand things they are curious about, in this case football.Granted we're gathered here primarily because of FANTASY football, last I checked this was supposedly a football board. Well at least it is when people actually take the time to provide useful information instead of making others feel like idiots.Whoops...I may have just done that myself but I doubt it. I'm sure you'll provide us all with more wit and wisdom, especially with your super spectacular low number that proves what, you found this board before the poor guy that asked a simple question? Eh, I'm done here.why give the same answer a third time? but thanks, you're almost as funny as the original post. good info in here.Not sure what was so hilarious about his question? It was a legitimate question from someone who is trying to understand more about football. And im sure a question that others have thought about as well.Its responses like this that keep those people from asking these questions.If it was so hilarious to you and elementary why didn't you give him an indepth answer like others.Congrats on looking like a supreme tool oh genius one.
bonesman
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"Is this thing on?!?!"*taps MIKE*
It was a good question and I am glad he asked it. rovers low number just shows that even back in the day there were people we would rather not post.Nah dude, you seriously came off looking like a total knob, sorry. No real way to spin this otherwise. The point was already made but it's people like you who prevent people like the OP from asking questions to help them understand things they are curious about, in this case football.Granted we're gathered here primarily because of FANTASY football, last I checked this was supposedly a football board. Well at least it is when people actually take the time to provide useful information instead of making others feel like idiots.Whoops...I may have just done that myself but I doubt it. I'm sure you'll provide us all with more wit and wisdom, especially with your super spectacular low number that proves what, you found this board before the poor guy that asked a simple question? Eh, I'm done here.why give the same answer a third time? but thanks, you're almost as funny as the original post. good info in here.Not sure what was so hilarious about his question? It was a legitimate question from someone who is trying to understand more about football. And im sure a question that others have thought about as well.Its responses like this that keep those people from asking these questions.If it was so hilarious to you and elementary why didn't you give him an indepth answer like others.Congrats on looking like a supreme tool oh genius one.
Thanks guys.. appreciate it. I was aware of the Sam and Will nicknames at the strong/weakside. Saw a couple of useful links, great stuff. By the way, no need to defend me... I'm pretty sure the guy has absolutely no life, no stimulation, no friends and is used to being
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