last year, we used each of the first three downs to get try to get a first. This game we are using first down and second down to gain 3 to 7 yards, giving us one chance for a first. So stupid. 13 points.
the conservative play to take the FG on the first score. Playing for the FG to end the first half, and "take what they give you", then punting, is a big part of the reason, we are in a position where a turnover seems tragic.