bananathumb Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 Not sure if I would want MM in Buffalo with his pass-first philosophy. We need a Steeler approach.
BillsObserver Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 Hmm, strange, considering Schotty is #1 in running and 30-something in passing. Just thought he'd be a run first guy, but maybe he's trying to balance out his attack? Then again, it's just a rumor at this point.
psubills Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 Not sure if I would want MM in Buffalo with his pass-first philosophy. We need a Steeler approach. He meant Martz would end up in NY replacing Shottenheimer
Beerball Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 Which Schotty, I or II? Schotty I has the pelts on the wall to run the game his way. Schotty II not so much.
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 One thing that "anti-pass happy" fans should know is that there is plenty of precedent for pass-happy coordinators being reined in by their head coach. Kevin Gilbride was the Steelers coordinator for a few seasons under Cowher. Cowher made sure that they were a run first team. Gilbride also worked under Tom Coughlin with the Giants and was also kept on a short leash by Coughlin. Mike Martz worked for half a season under Mike Singletary in San Francisco and toned down his pass-happy approach. Guys like Martz and Gilbride are exceptionally knowledgeable in the NFL passing game and thus their value. As long as they have head coaches who can control them and maintain oversight over play calling, it's an arrangement that can work.
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 BTW, is there a link for this story? If so, please post as per our protocol here. Edit: Never mind. I see that it was on TV on not in print. Sorry.
Beerball Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 He meant Martz would end up in NY replacing Shottenheimer If you're right that's the best news I've heard about our coaching search.
WVUFootball29 Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 If you're right that's the best news I've heard about our coaching search. Its gonna be B. Schotty if we get any Schotty for a coach. Martz is rumored to fill BS's spot in NYJ unless I misunderstood
DarthICE Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 For those bitching about passing too much and needing to run the ball, Carolina had TWO 1100 yard rushers this year. And where are they right now? This is the new NFL people, it all about the QB and all about being able to throw the damn ball.
purple haze Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 Not sure if I would want MM in Buffalo with his pass-first philosophy. We need a Steeler approach. Passing was the Steelers approach this season.
BillsFanInLA Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 I'm not saying MM is a fit here, but I don't buy you need to be like the Steelers/Ravens. During the Kelly years, playing in Buffalo during Dec and Jan, he was throwing for 300 yrds and TD's. Thomas and Davis in the back field were a big part of it. It was a matter of balance and good players. Yes there will be games like the one against the Colts, snowing and low visibility. But even still, RF threw a few nice balls that game. Just a phylisophical difference.
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RayFinkle Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 For those bitching about passing too much and needing to run the ball, Carolina had TWO 1100 yard rushers this year. And where are they right now? This is the new NFL people, it all about the QB and all about being able to throw the damn ball. I actually agree with you. You need a QB who can air it out occasionally to keep a D honest. More importantly, you need a QB who does not turn to rock over on a regular basis.
Vinny4sum Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 Let's clarify..he said Martz would join the Jets to replace BS.. http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-tota...ound-the-League
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 Passing was the Steelers approach this season. It's been their approach for a few seasons now. Like Marv used to say, once you get the reputation as an early riser, you can sleep in all you want. People still think of the Steelers as a run first team even though they're not.
MRW Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 For those bitching about passing too much and needing to run the ball, Carolina had TWO 1100 yard rushers this year. And where are they right now? This is the new NFL people, it all about the QB and all about being able to throw the damn ball. They're sitting at home because they insisted on passing when they had two 1100 yard rushers. If they'd run every down against the Bills, they would've won.
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