[hail_2_da_skins]

1. The defense looked more aggressive. The tackling was better. The pass rush was getting up field but against a mobile quarterback there were some containment issues. The pass coverage was okay. If only Rogers could catch, this game would have not been this close.

2. Zorn stayed with the running game. I think this is very important because the Skins look most effective on offense when teams respect their running abilities. The play action pass seems more effective after a few good runs. The pass rush is also slowed down because they have to read run first.

3. Portis obviously likes to run behind zone blocking schemes. He tends to run well against the grain and find the seam. In power running, he tends to run right up the back of his blockers. He is very good at the sprint draw as well.

4. Campbell took a lot of chances downfield. Against a cover two defense he paid the price forcing a few bad passes. The receivers didn't help much in fighting for the ball, gaining separation or finding the seams in the zone. Cooley is the Skins best option against zone defenses. He knows how to find the open areas. I've yet to see Thomas or Kelly exploit zone defenses. Moss is the Skins best option against man coverage. His double move is as good as any receiver in the league. Thomas and Kelly can take lessons.