Redskins-Colts, Best and Worst

If some guys could hold on to INTs Manning would have owned a big fat loss. Haslett didn't get owned, just stop.

“They gave us all we could handle,” Caldwell said.

“They're a great team – they're a tough defense,” Clark said. “We knew it was going to be a challenge. They've been shutting offenses out all year, and they gave us fits.

“Every yard was earned. They make you earn it.”

The Official Website of the Indianapolis Colts (http://www.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=article7&news_id=4a3f95a7-f271-4705-881d-2145b4e07bbd)

According to Rich Campbell (Skins beat writer for the Fredericksburg Free-Lance Star), Torain had 85 yards rushing after initial contact (out of 100 total). That's awesome

yeah Torain found ways to get back to the LOS or even gain a yard or two when he was popped 2 yards behind the LOS.

He looked impressive. Any truth to the broadcasters statement that Torain runs around a 4.7 40?

He ran a 4.7 at the combine but he wasn't 100% healthy. I think he's probably closer to 4.55 - 4.6 range.

Best - TORAIN!!!! Solid Starter! I'd like to see him use designed routes a little more but he still showed he's got the skills. My moneys on Torain gets the start when CP returns
Not that the Skins didn't already know that. Right Matty? ;)

Worst - AH upstairs. (uncertainty)

If some guys could hold on to INTs Manning would have owned a big fat loss. Haslett didn't get owned, just stop.

Yes he did. Manning was smart enough to figure out that he relied heavily on sub packages and denied him that ability by going no huddle. Haslett was then helpless as Manning proceeded to roast us. Hell, if it weren't for SPECIAL TEAMS play (Vinateri for them and forced fumbles for US), they would have had over 30 points, maybe even 40. That is unacceptable.

I'll agree with if a play is working keep using it, but the first 40 plays are scripted. They have planned and practiced them all week, and the first 40 plays will usually take you into the half. Which is why I think we look better after the half... because the Skins are making adjustments and using plays that they think will work at that point. I think Kyle is trying to keep Defenses guessing instead of saying "I'm going to keep running this play until you stop it."


Someone should tell him the story of Grimm vs. Randy White, where he called 50 gut and 40 gut and it didn't freaking matter.

Yes he did. Manning was smart enough to figure out that he relied heavily on sub packages and denied him that ability by going no huddle. Haslett was then helpless as Manning proceeded to roast us. Hell, if it weren't for SPECIAL TEAMS play (Vinateri for them and forced fumbles for US), they would have had over 30 points, maybe even 40. That is unacceptable.

That wasn't anything new, the Colts do that to everybody. The Skins knew it was coming and practiced doing quick subs all week.

Special teams unit is flying under the radar this year. Coverage has been outstanding, with excellent hits on the returner.