shaun Allexander (1 Viewer)

[Pick]

1-6 and my QBs were Vince Young, Alex Smith, and Culpepper. Alexander owner offered Alexander/E. Manning for Gore and I couldn't accept it fast enough. Upgraded QB from #25 to #8. Downgraded RB from #16 to #20.

 

[Ketamine Dreams]

Do people really believe his skills as a RB have dropped so dramatically since last year?

No, his skill level looks about the same as it was last year..... which was not good.

Played on a broken foot. Yeah that would not affect him.

Too bad he sucked BEFORE he broke his foot...

 

[Todem]

Do people really believe his skills as a RB have dropped so dramatically since last year?

No, his skill level looks about the same as it was last year..... which was not good.

Played on a broken foot. Yeah that would not affect him.

Too bad he sucked BEFORE he broke his foot...

He broke his foot the first game of the 2006 season. Get your fact's straight.

 

[ProBowler88]

The only comeback Shaun Alexander is having is to the donut shop.

Comments like this just kill me. Nearly all the Seahawks homer agree that Alexander is somewhat of a liability. He hasn't been producing, and he's not going to produce like he has in the past. However, to ignore the fact that he's still going to get ample opportunities is absurd. Holmgren is nowhere near benching him. Some of us would like to see Morris get more carries, but Holmgren has been very adamant that Alexander is still his guy.Alexander is a focal point of an offense on a good team. A playoff team. A team that's going to score at a decent clip. To ignore these key facts is absurd. Worse players than Alexander have scored solid points from week to week in the past. Opportunity is the key. He's going to continue to see those opportunities.

And what exactly do you expect him to do with those opportunities? Oh, I'm sorry, did you mean those same oppertunities he had this past sunday? Hasslebeck throws a 1 yd td......why not give it to the former MVP? Because they know he will get stuffed. This former great now goes down on first contact, he has no heart anymore. You know why? Because he already got his money now.....and as a result does not give a damn anymore.....sad really. Money affects everyone differently, some guys get their big contract and still produce. Not Alexander.Just accept that the starting running back on your favorite team is WASHED UP. Wrong side of 30 my friend.

He got booed at home........even the fans are sick of his $#1t

 

[Enforcer]

The only comeback Shaun Alexander is having is to the donut shop.

Comments like this just kill me. Nearly all the Seahawks homer agree that Alexander is somewhat of a liability. He hasn't been producing, and he's not going to produce like he has in the past. However, to ignore the fact that he's still going to get ample opportunities is absurd. Holmgren is nowhere near benching him. Some of us would like to see Morris get more carries, but Holmgren has been very adamant that Alexander is still his guy.Alexander is a focal point of an offense on a good team. A playoff team. A team that's going to score at a decent clip. To ignore these key facts is absurd. Worse players than Alexander have scored solid points from week to week in the past. Opportunity is the key. He's going to continue to see those opportunities.

And what exactly do you expect him to do with those opportunities? Oh, I'm sorry, did you mean those same oppertunities he had this past sunday? Hasslebeck throws a 1 yd td......why not give it to the former MVP? Because they know he will get stuffed. This former great now goes down on first contact, he has no heart anymore. You know why? Because he already got his money now.....and as a result does not give a damn anymore.....sad really. Money affects everyone differently, some guys get their big contract and still produce. Not Alexander.Just accept that the starting running back on your favorite team is WASHED UP. Wrong side of 30 my friend.

He got booed at home........even the fans are sick of his $#1t

I'm throughly convinced that anyone that can't stop feeding the board the whole "I know and you don't" thing have little #####. Second?None of us "know" for sure. You might be right. Alexander may have a dreadful second half just like his first half. However, you don't know for sure, and spouting off like you do "know" makes you look like a tool of the highest order. There are some reasons that he may rebound. Anyone willing to stop and objectively analyze the situation would have to agree there are reasons for optimism.

On second thought, forget it. You have a little ****. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

 

[ProBowler88]

The only comeback Shaun Alexander is having is to the donut shop.

Comments like this just kill me. Nearly all the Seahawks homer agree that Alexander is somewhat of a liability. He hasn't been producing, and he's not going to produce like he has in the past. However, to ignore the fact that he's still going to get ample opportunities is absurd. Holmgren is nowhere near benching him. Some of us would like to see Morris get more carries, but Holmgren has been very adamant that Alexander is still his guy.Alexander is a focal point of an offense on a good team. A playoff team. A team that's going to score at a decent clip. To ignore these key facts is absurd. Worse players than Alexander have scored solid points from week to week in the past. Opportunity is the key. He's going to continue to see those opportunities.

And what exactly do you expect him to do with those opportunities? Oh, I'm sorry, did you mean those same oppertunities he had this past sunday? Hasslebeck throws a 1 yd td......why not give it to the former MVP? Because they know he will get stuffed. This former great now goes down on first contact, he has no heart anymore. You know why? Because he already got his money now.....and as a result does not give a damn anymore.....sad really. Money affects everyone differently, some guys get their big contract and still produce. Not Alexander.Just accept that the starting running back on your favorite team is WASHED UP. Wrong side of 30 my friend.

He got booed at home........even the fans are sick of his $#1t

I'm throughly convinced that anyone that can't stop feeding the board the whole "I know and you don't" thing have little #####. Second?None of us "know" for sure. You might be right. Alexander may have a dreadful second half just like his first half. However, you don't know for sure, and spouting off like you do "know" makes you look like a tool of the highest order. There are some reasons that he may rebound. Anyone willing to stop and objectively analyze the situation would have to agree there are reasons for optimism.

On second thought, forget it. You have a little ****. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

Jesus, you hate when you are wrong aren't you? If I knew you would be this upset, I would have just given you a bottle and tell you it will be ok.I "know" what I said because alexander provided me with all the backup facts I need for my statements to be true.

You also failed to rebuttal anything that I said. Probably because you know that I AM right and it's true.

You sir, are in major denial. That's MY story and I'm sticking to it.

 

[ProBowler88]

Anyone willing to stop and objectively analyze the situation would have to agree there are reasons for optimism.

By that I assume you mean other Seahawk fans......because absolutely no one in their right mind would think that Alexander will bounce back after what he has done thus far. Like I said....DENIAL......makes me sick, just accept that he now sucks fat ###.

 

[mad sweeney]

Anyone willing to stop and objectively analyze the situation would have to agree there are reasons for optimism.

By that I assume you mean other Seahawk fans......because absolutely no one in their right mind would think that Alexander will bounce back after what he has done thus far.

Like I said....DENIAL......makes me sick, just accept that he now sucks fat ###.

Please don't lump us into his denial club. The boos should show our stance on SA's effort thus far. Shaun got his money and actually has to work for yards now. He's not playing for a pay day anymore so there goes the SA that converted 15/17 short yardage downs in 05. Welcome back Shaun Crumpler. If he had any heart whatsoever he would at least fall FORWARD when he runs into the slightest of contact and not be begging the coach to play when the game is essentially over.

I stated in the preseason that I would take him happily at 5, but I am glad I didn't have to make that choice. Because I have seen nothing in the preseason or regular season that makes me think he will turn it around. Nothing. Including his own attitude towards it, at times implicitly blaming young linemen. He was getting stuffed and dropping passes in pre season before he hurt his wrist.

He may very well turn it around, but there is simply no way to support that claim. None.

And really, penis jokes? Ludicrous. You're making us look bad simply by liking the same team. Definitely NOT a good Seahawk rep.

 

[Enforcer]

He may very well turn it around, ...

That's all I'm saying. Glad we agree. There's a chance and I can understand why someone would argue that position. I'm in the camp that Alexander is done being a super star fantasy RB, but I can certainly see why he might score enough fantasy points to still be a viable starter in any league.

And really, penis jokes? Ludicrous. You're making us look bad simply by liking the same team. Definitely NOT a good Seahawk rep.

No sweat. If you want to side with over the top know-it-all arrogance you're entitled.

 

[Sleeper 43]

I continue to be amazed at how reactionary people around here are.

For two + years, Alexander has been a stud rb with a nose for the endzone. He has plenty of skill and great vision. Now, the offense is struggling, they have had injuries at WR and their O-Line has been playing poorly. What amazes me is how everyone is ready to write Alexander off and make comments that he has no heart and his skills are obviously deteriorated etc.

Do people really believe his skills as a RB have dropped so dramatically since last year?

The fact is Holmgren is a very good coach and realizes what the problems are. To wit, the o-line has simply not been executing as it should. The Hawks have 2 full weeks to address the problems, and they will. Alexander's injury has clearly effected his play, as well as his mindset. However, all indications are that the cast will be coming off and he should be healthy coming off the bye. I also read that Branch should be coming back close to 100% as well.

Do I thinnk Alexander is going to run amok and be a top 5 back for the second half of the season? Probably not. But he is a very talented back with the bye week coming at the perfect time for him, and the team. They should get healthy and address the problems along the o-line. Throw in the favorable schedule for the rest of the year and I think Alexander will have a very solid second half of the year.

Just my two cents.

If you were Shawn's mom we might understand the arguement. However, when did it happen that fantasy football analysis started to ignore the surrounding facts. The offensive line was reduced by its best component; why would we ignore the fact of its poor performance? What could make that any better in two weeks?The receivers are bad. Branch was a hunch who is either not playing or not playing well. Why would anyone believe that situation is going to change.

I drafted him with the 4th pick in one league so there are not too many who think as highly of him as I do. But! He's 30, he's not getting yards and is not the 1st, 2nd and 3rd option in the red-zone anymore. I'm sure he's a wonderful guy and an exceptional physical specimen, but the indicators all point to DONE.

Now don't go throwing Branch under the bus, dude was on pace for some nice numbers.Bottom line on SA is: He's aged. The injury may play a role but he has clearly lost a step. Also his O-Line is no longer a powerhouse.

I think he can contribute as a RB2/3 for maybe 2 more years TOPS. Chance are though its too late to move him for old school SA like value. I wouldn't be surprised if a nice RB rookie come into the fold this off-season for grooming.

In a Dynasty format your best bet might be sending him to someone who needs a RB to complete their play-off push this season. Try and grab an 08 1st or something so it doesn't effect their current team.

Re-Draft wise I'm not sure you can make a move that will help you per say, ride it out.

 

[JohnnyU]

Maybe if Seattle would quit running Alexander on 1st and 2nd down everytime other teams would quit stacking the line on 1st and 2nd down, and then just maybe Alexander might start seeing some holes when other teams are expecting the pass. It doesn't help Alexander's cause when teams know what Seattle is going to do on the early downs. It is even more important now to keep the opposition guessing because of their OL problems. Perhaps throwing it on 1st down and running it on 3rd down might keep other teams off balance some and give Alexander more running room? Hell, if they want to be safe about it, just throw some short flair passes on 1st down. That's as good as a run anyway.

 

[Dirty D-Towne Dogs]

I think I'm going to try to pick him up in my flex league. I'll play him as my 3rd RB, maybe some package deal involving Norwood or something. From my experience over the years, taking a chance like this where you don't have to spend too much can really pay dividends. You also get the opportunity to really talk smack to the guy that traded em away. If he does nothing...o well, I took a shot at a guy good enough to be considered a top 5 guy before the season for the cost of some waiver wire acquisitions.

Taking chances and buying low can win you championships. Do I really think he'll be a top 5-10 RB in the homestretch? Nope. But he is not what I'd consider to be in a RBBC situation and would at the very least be worth a flex spot.

Hopefully I can necro this thread in a few weeks with some 'I told ya so's!'

 

[Synthesizer]

Excuses, excuses, excuses. His foot was broken, his hand was broken, his line sucks, the playcalling sucks, the WRs suck. The bottom line is that he's still out there playing and he's looked terrible for the past 2 seasons. A good RB finds ways to make plays but Alexander is no longer even a good RB. He'll be good for 50-70 yards and a TD every few games but he's no longer dynamic enough to consistently break 100 yards or get multiple TDs. He might end up around RB20 but you'd be better off hitting the waiver wire for the flavor of the week (Watson, Chatman, KKeith, JWright).

 

[mad sweeney]

Maybe if Seattle would quit running Alexander on 1st and 2nd down everytime other teams would quit stacking the line on 1st and 2nd down, and then just maybe Alexander might start seeing some holes when other teams are expecting the pass. It doesn't help Alexander's cause when teams know what Seattle is going to do on the early downs. It is even more important now to keep the opposition guessing because of their OL problems. Perhaps throwing it on 1st down and running it on 3rd down might keep other teams off balance some and give Alexander more running room? Hell, if they want to be safe about it, just throw some short flair passes on 1st down. That's as good as a run anyway.

It's Holmgren. They pass on 1st down all the time. I have no desire to look it up but I would guess they pass on 1st 2-1 over run. I could be totally wrong on the numbers , but it's a pass first offense. There's no way that opponents keying in on the run is a major concern. In Pit they dropped 8 into coverage regularly, on all downs, because they knew SA couldn't run the ball. Hass had all day to throw but no one open and similarly SA had less guys up front to worry about but he still can't even fall forward at the LoS.

 

[Bermuda_Chub]

If Alexander and Ced Benson switched jerseys this year you'd be hard pressed to tell the difference.

 

[JohnnyU]

Maybe if Seattle would quit running Alexander on 1st and 2nd down everytime other teams would quit stacking the line on 1st and 2nd down, and then just maybe Alexander might start seeing some holes when other teams are expecting the pass. It doesn't help Alexander's cause when teams know what Seattle is going to do on the early downs. It is even more important now to keep the opposition guessing because of their OL problems. Perhaps throwing it on 1st down and running it on 3rd down might keep other teams off balance some and give Alexander more running room? Hell, if they want to be safe about it, just throw some short flair passes on 1st down. That's as good as a run anyway.

It's Holmgren. They pass on 1st down all the time. I have no desire to look it up but I would guess they pass on 1st 2-1 over run. I could be totally wrong on the numbers , but it's a pass first offense. There's no way that opponents keying in on the run is a major concern. In Pit they dropped 8 into coverage regularly, on all downs, because they knew SA couldn't run the ball. Hass had all day to throw but no one open and similarly SA had less guys up front to worry about but he still can't even fall forward at the LoS.

I going by what I saw the only time I watched a Seattle game, and that was last week. I could be wrong, but it seemed to me they ran it on 1st down a lot, then the boo birds would come out on SA. They seem to be running exactly when it's an obvious running play.

 

[Enforcer]

Maybe if Seattle would quit running Alexander on 1st and 2nd down everytime

It's Holmgren. They pass on 1st down all the time.

Awesome. Extreme hyperbole on each end of the spectrum. Which of you two are going to try to back up these statements with some data? Somehow, I'm guessing the answer is pretty close to the center making you both wrong. I don't know and would be curious to see the numbers.

 

[JohnnyU]

Maybe if Seattle would quit running Alexander on 1st and 2nd down everytime

It's Holmgren. They pass on 1st down all the time.

Awesome. Extreme hyperbole on each end of the spectrum. Which of you two are going to try to back up these statements with some data? Somehow, I'm guessing the answer is pretty close to the center making you both wrong. I don't know and would be curious to see the numbers.

I would like to know as well. Hell, I was basing what I said on one game I saw and it could turn out that I was also wrong about that The perception I got when watching the game was that SA ran the ball on 1st down a lot, and they ran the ball when everyone in the stadium knew they would run the ball. Again, it's my perception, and my perception has been wrong before

 

[Enforcer]

I going by what I saw the only time I watched a Seattle game, and that was last week.

I could be wrong

Ya think?

but it seemed to me they ran it on 1st down a lot, then the boo birds would come out on SA. They seem to be running exactly when it's an obvious running play.

I would love to see NFL data on how often teams run on first down and compare it to Seattle, or the entire league for that matter. Anyone know where to find such information?

 

[Enforcer]

Maybe if Seattle would quit running Alexander on 1st and 2nd down everytime

It's Holmgren. They pass on 1st down all the time.

Awesome. Extreme hyperbole on each end of the spectrum. Which of you two are going to try to back up these statements with some data? Somehow, I'm guessing the answer is pretty close to the center making you both wrong. I don't know and would be curious to see the numbers.

I would like to know as well. Hell, I was basing what I said on one game I saw and it could turn out that I was also wrong about that The perception I got when watching the game was that SA ran the ball on 1st down a lot, and they ran the ball when everyone in the stadium knew they would run the ball. Again, it's my perception, and my perception has been wrong before

5 stars. Thanks for admitting to being fallible. I wish I saw more of this instead of the insane defensive posturing and arrogance.

 

[JohnnyU]

I going by what I saw the only time I watched a Seattle game, and that was last week.

I could be wrong

Ya think?

but it seemed to me they ran it on 1st down a lot, then the boo birds would come out on SA. They seem to be running exactly when it's an obvious running play.

I would love to see NFL data on how often teams run on first down and compare it to Seattle, or the entire league for that matter. Anyone know where to find such information?

Sorry I haven't watched that many Seattle games, but the one I did watch reminded me a lot of what the Bears do with Benson. Hell, I'd be willing to bet they run the ball on 1st down 80% of the time and everyone else knows it as well.

 

[Eagle Eye]

Maybe if Seattle would quit running Alexander on 1st and 2nd down everytime

It's Holmgren. They pass on 1st down all the time.

Awesome. Extreme hyperbole on each end of the spectrum. Which of you two are going to try to back up these statements with some data? Somehow, I'm guessing the answer is pretty close to the center making you both wrong. I don't know and would be curious to see the numbers.

Probowler: 6"Enforcer: 4"

You lose. Please find a new playground.

 

[TxBuckeye]

I going by what I saw the only time I watched a Seattle game, and that was last week.

I could be wrong

Ya think?

but it seemed to me they ran it on 1st down a lot, then the boo birds would come out on SA. They seem to be running exactly when it's an obvious running play.

I would love to see NFL data on how often teams run on first down and compare it to Seattle, or the entire league for that matter. Anyone know where to find such information?

Sorry I haven't watched that many Seattle games, but the one I did watch reminded me a lot of what the Bears do with Benson. Hell, I'd be willing to bet they run the ball on 1st down 80% of the time and everyone else knows it as well.

Last week (sorry, I'm not going over drive charts for all 7 games), on first down:Run: 20 timesPass: 10 times2 to 1 in favor of the run.

 

[Enforcer]

I haven't watched that many Seattle games, but the one I did watch reminded me a lot of what the Bears do with Benson. Hell, I'd be willing to bet they run the ball on 1st down 80% of the time and everyone else knows it as well.

I don't have a problem with this sort of play calling. Teams try to exert physical dominance over other teams. That's the name of the game for many teams. They build their offenses around this concept. Works for some, not so much for others. When it works teams are genius. When it doesn't they're morons. I tend to think there's a middle ground with most of this analysis.

 

[JohnnyU]

I going by what I saw the only time I watched a Seattle game, and that was last week.

I could be wrong

Ya think?

but it seemed to me they ran it on 1st down a lot, then the boo birds would come out on SA. They seem to be running exactly when it's an obvious running play.

I would love to see NFL data on how often teams run on first down and compare it to Seattle, or the entire league for that matter. Anyone know where to find such information?

Sorry I haven't watched that many Seattle games, but the one I did watch reminded me a lot of what the Bears do with Benson. Hell, I'd be willing to bet they run the ball on 1st down 80% of the time and everyone else knows it as well.

Last week (sorry, I'm not going over drive charts for all 7 games), on first down:Run: 20 timesPass: 10 times2 to 1 in favor of the run.

Thanks for the info :thumbsup:

 

[Enforcer]

Maybe if Seattle would quit running Alexander on 1st and 2nd down everytime

It's Holmgren. They pass on 1st down all the time.

Awesome. Extreme hyperbole on each end of the spectrum. Which of you two are going to try to back up these statements with some data? Somehow, I'm guessing the answer is pretty close to the center making you both wrong. I don't know and would be curious to see the numbers.

Probowler: 6"Enforcer: 4"

You lose. Please find a new playground.

You'll have to be more clear. I don't understand what you're trying to say. Does this involve hurt feelings from another thread? If so I most humbly apologize.

 

[JohnnyU]

I haven't watched that many Seattle games, but the one I did watch reminded me a lot of what the Bears do with Benson. Hell, I'd be willing to bet they run the ball on 1st down 80% of the time and everyone else knows it as well.

I don't have a problem with this sort of play calling. Teams try to exert physical dominance over other teams. That's the name of the game for many teams. They build their offenses around this concept. Works for some, not so much for others. When it works teams are genius. When it doesn't they're morons. I tend to think there's a middle ground with most of this analysis.

That philosophy was fine when they had a dominate OL. Now that they don't, just maybe the play calling is more important.

 

[Enforcer]

I haven't watched that many Seattle games, but the one I did watch reminded me a lot of what the Bears do with Benson. Hell, I'd be willing to bet they run the ball on 1st down 80% of the time and everyone else knows it as well.

I don't have a problem with this sort of play calling. Teams try to exert physical dominance over other teams. That's the name of the game for many teams. They build their offenses around this concept. Works for some, not so much for others. When it works teams are genius. When it doesn't they're morons. I tend to think there's a middle ground with most of this analysis.

That philosophy was fine when they had a dominate OL. Now that they don't, just maybe the play calling is more important.

Whining about play calling is a cop out argument IMO. Holmgren has been a very successful coach for a long time in this league. I don't think there are many people on the planet that are qualified enough to criticize his decision making when it comes to play calling. Something works he's genius. It doesn't he's a moron. When people automatically jump to both ends of the spectrum in their commentary its a giant red beacon saying they're not thinking, but letting their emotions get the best of them. That's easily understood. The NFL is an emotional game.SIDE RANT: We ask players to perform all jacked up with their emotions on full tilt 100% of the time. To expect them to "turn off" these emotions in a few seconds is just not realistic. After they make a great play they should be able to release that emotion. I totally understand why a guy that makes one tackle on special teams gets excited. I guess the same should be said for a fan watching the game on TV or posting on a message board.

 

[TxBuckeye]

Face it, Alexander's value now is nill. No use trying to trade him, you'll only get boned. SEA has their bye week to straighten things out and it sounds as if Holmgren intends to address the running game and o-line play heavily during the next week. When they come back, they have some easy contests, starting with Cleveland. I think at this point, we SA owners (yes, I am one) have no choice but to hang on and see if they can right the ship.

 

[JohnnyU]

. I don't think there are many people on the planet that are qualified enough to criticize his decision making when it comes to play calling.

Well, if you run and they know you are running, and your OL sucks, that to me is a recipe for disaster. I think Holmgren still thinks he has the same OL from a couple years ago, or he's just stubborn. Not many RBs look good behind a bad OL. I believe that you have to keep the defense off balance in order to have an effective running game if your OL has problems.Loke posted a 2 to 1 run ratio in their last game. I wonder what it is for the season.

 

[mad sweeney]

. I don't think there are many people on the planet that are qualified enough to criticize his decision making when it comes to play calling.

Well, if you run and they know you are running, and your OL sucks, that to me is a recipe for disaster. I think Holmgren still thinks he has the same OL from a couple years ago, or he's just stubborn. Not many RBs look good behind a bad OL.

I tried looking up early week games but the links aren't working. I am thinking the 2-1 run ratio last game is an effort to get the run game going, which he's been trying to jump start. In the big SA days he's been about 55-45 run to pass, but it always seemed to me he passed more on first than ran. Reason being that SA used to be able to pick up good yardage on 2nd and 3rd so you weren't putting yourself in a rut. When they come back form the bye and SA still is running like my grandma then I would expect a lot more passing on 1st and 2nd, especially with Branch and Hackett back.

 

[Deuce'sWild]

Just was offered...

Chad Johnson and Alexander

for

Driver and R. Bush

Thinking it over. I don't like losing Bush for Alexander, but's it's a NONPPR league and CJ is a big upgrade over Driver.

 

[TxBuckeye]

. I don't think there are many people on the planet that are qualified enough to criticize his decision making when it comes to play calling.

Well, if you run and they know you are running, and your OL sucks, that to me is a recipe for disaster. I think Holmgren still thinks he has the same OL from a couple years ago, or he's just stubborn. Not many RBs look good behind a bad OL.

I tried looking up early week games but the links aren't working. I am thinking the 2-1 run ratio last game is an effort to get the run game going, which he's been trying to jump start. In the big SA days he's been about 55-45 run to pass, but it always seemed to me he passed more on first than ran. Reason being that SA used to be able to pick up good yardage on 2nd and 3rd so you weren't putting yourself in a rut. When they come back form the bye and SA still is running like my grandma then I would expect a lot more passing on 1st and 2nd, especially with Branch and Hackett back.

I doubt last game was "normal" per se. They were playing much of the game with the lead so were probably much more run oriented than normal.

 

[Enforcer]

. I don't think there are many people on the planet that are qualified enough to criticize his decision making when it comes to play calling.

Well, if you run and they know you are running, and your OL sucks, that to me is a recipe for disaster. I think Holmgren still thinks he has the same OL from a couple years ago, or he's just stubborn. Not many RBs look good behind a bad OL.

I tried looking up early week games but the links aren't working. I am thinking the 2-1 run ratio last game is an effort to get the run game going, which he's been trying to jump start. In the big SA days he's been about 55-45 run to pass, but it always seemed to me he passed more on first than ran. Reason being that SA used to be able to pick up good yardage on 2nd and 3rd so you weren't putting yourself in a rut. When they come back form the bye and SA still is running like my grandma then I would expect a lot more passing on 1st and 2nd, especially with Branch and Hackett back.

I doubt last game was "normal" per se. They were playing much of the game with the lead so were probably much more run oriented than normal.

Valid point and

 

[Synthesizer]

Selling low is not the way to happiness.

Just wanted to bump this thread to point out that sometimes selling low is actually a good move.