NoCalMike Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 So far through two games the defense has been pretty solid. A lot better than I expected this soon. The one downside has been giving up the big play. In Texans it possibly cost us the game. Against Jacksonville it was probably overlooked because it was 21-0 when it happened, but there was also the earlier easy TD pass that Hall was torched on, but the WR dropped it. Otherwise it might have been 21-14 going into halftime. Brandon Meriweather returning should help as Rambo has been benched, however it isn't only Rambo who has been caught giving up these plays. The Eagles/Colts game is about to get underway, will be interesting to see how much they rely on the big play tonight. The Pass rush will really need to turn it on against Foles, not only to break up big play potential, but also slow down the pace of their offense which leads to the big plays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanahan's Tan Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 The only other big play that comes to mind outside of the two Rambo gave up, was the would be TD that Hurns dropped that Hall got caught looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voice_of_Reason Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 They won't ever be the 85 bears, and they'll give up a few big plays. But as long as it comes with turnovers, sacks and stops, that's fine by me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTTRDynasty Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Rambo not playing helps a lot. Other than him, there has been a lot of sure tackling going on with this defense. That's the key to not giving up big plays in the NFL, especially against the Eagles. With Meriweather moving into the box, we'll have Clark out there patrolling the middle of the field. It will be a relief having someone who understands angles back there for the first time this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbi3stix Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 The only other big play that comes to mind outside of the two Rambo gave up, was the would be TD that Hurns dropped that Hall got caught looking. This. Rambo has proven to be our weakness so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taft Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Rambo was just waived. Good for the team. Too bad he never progressed, was given a ton of opportunities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyHolt Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 In obvious passing downs, what defense has Haslett been running? I would love to see some all 22/gifs of the big plays our D allowed, so we can discuss it. I question how he used Rambo, specifically what D was he running when he got burned. With our new found dominating kick ass front 7, a safety in the box is less common. That means he is in space. That is where Rambo struggles. Indeed he did, and he is gone. Game 1 - I feel the first TD pinned on him, was a bit much. Sure he likely was in proper position, but he was the only DB on that half of the field, IIRC. He played the WR to the outside, to allow pursuit by forcing him back inside. The goal there is the make the tackle, sure. But their guys get paid to make plays, too, and that Houston 3 looks like a proper stud in the making. As a priority, Rambo is to not let that guy get wide, and he did that. Coverage was blown on the play and Gruden even said so. But he never said who. Game 2 - I am not sure what his gaffe(s) were but am curious. OT: We need a thread devoted to our defense. Maybe if this thread drops into obscurity, rename it into an all purpose D thread. We all talk RG3 Cousins until we are blue in the face, but this defense deserves discussion. I can't be the only one that wants to talk about our early monster D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Washington Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Rambo was just waived. Good for the team. Too bad he never progressed, was given a ton of opportunities. Washington Post link for those who are interested http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/wp/2014/09/16/redskins-waive-bacarri-rambo-to-make-room-for-brandon-meriweather/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowhunter Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Link for those who are interested http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/wp/2014/09/16/redskins-waive-bacarri-rambo-to-make-room-for-brandon-meriweather/ Please disclose that the link is to Washington Post, so people who choose not to give them any clicks won't do so by accident. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilberMarshall Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Rambo was just waived. Good for the team. Too bad he never progressed, was given a ton of opportunities. It is a bottom line business... He might pan out for someone else. Maybe playing closer to the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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