SkinsTillIDie Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 The say statistics don't lie. Well, here we go: On defense: 2005 - 5.77 yards allowed per pass attempt (3rd in the league) 2006 - 7.35 yards allowed per pass attempt (32nd in the league) 2005 - 15 passing touchdowns allowed (5th in the league) 2006 - 23 passing touchdowns allowed (30th in the league, through 12 games) 2005 - 16 interceptions forced (18th in the league) 2006 - 5 interceptions forced (32nd in the league, through 12 games) 2005 - Passing yards allowed - 10th in the league 2006 - Passing yards allowed - 24th in the league 2005 - 4.10 rushing yards allowed per attempt (21st in the league) 2006 - 4.21 rushing yards allowed per attempt (20th in the league) 2005 - 15 rushing touchdowns allowed (22nd in the league) 2006 - 4 rushing touchdowns allowed (1st in the league, through 12 games) 2005 - Rushing yards allowed - 13th in the league 2006 - Rushing yards allowed - 24th in the league 2005 - 534/411 passes versus rushes attempted against 2006 - 361/373 passes versus rushes attempted against What is clear is that teams are passing against us a lot more effectively than than last year. Whether teams have found a fault in Williams' system, thereby "figuring out" our defense, or Ryan Clark really made that much of a difference - it is showing. A whopping 2 yards per play on each pass attempt is unacceptable, and it is clearly evident that we are giving up far more deep pass plays than we have before. Stopping the run, in terms of yardage per carry, has only seen a slight drop off, and we have been great against the run in the red zone. But in every conceviable area, our passing defense has seen a dramatic drop off. Our playmakers aren't making plays, and we have struggled mightily in this area. For those that are looking for the Skins to draft a defensive end with our first pick, perhaps it is time we start looking for a safety or cornerback instead (through a trade down or what, who knows). On offense: 2005 - 4.16 rushing yards per attempt (10th in the league) 2006 - 4.38 rushing yards per attempt (9th in the league) 2005 - Rushing attempts - 4th in the league 2006 - Rushing attempts - 12th in the league 2005 - 15 rushing touchdowns (13th in the league) 2006 - 9 rushing touchdowns (12th in the league through 12 games) 2005 - 6.94 passing yards per attempt (13th in the league) 2006 - 6.52 passing yards per attempt (20th in the league) 2005 - 25 passing touchdowns (7th in the league) 2006 - 13 passing touchdowns (18th in the league through 12 games) 2005 - 11 interceptions (6th in the league) 2006 - 7 interceptions (3th in the league through 12 games) 2005 - Passing yards - 22nd in the league 2006 - Passing yards - 24th in the league 2005 - 482/525 passes versus rushes attempted 2006 - 356/352 passes versus rushes attempted What this tells me is obvious to all who has watched the Redskins this season: we aren't rushing the ball enough. However, these statistics have allowed me to a bit more optimistic for next season. Analysts predicted that it would take one full year before Al Saunders' system is mastered. Jason Campbell will certainly get better in terms of knowledge of the system and NFL game experience. He will certainly get better in terms of chemistry with the recievers. Clinton Portis being back healthy will certainly help us. A full year with with appears to be no apparent changes on offense will certainly help the all around chemistry, something we haven't had in quite a while. Our offense is bound to improve, and with no drop off in rushing yards per attempt, no dramatic drop off in passing yards per attempt (allowing a bit of room due to a rookie quarterback coming in), and no drop in interceptions being thrown - things are looking good. Minor errors in the system should be corrected with an entire offseason to analyze, and it won't surprise me in the least if Saunders opens up the playbook more to incorperate more of the deep passes that he is famous for, especially seeing as how we have a big quarterback with a big arm back there. In all, we have some major work to do on the defensive side of the ball, particularly against the pass. If we do sign a big free agent, which I am sure most of us are incredibly hesitant about, the only area of necessity should be at either cornerback or strong safety (although I don't know how Sean Taylor would react to having so many strong safeties next to him in his short career). Playing Rocky McIntosh should be an improvement over Holdman, and we will likely add depth to the defensive line, either through the draft or some low-key free agents. Offensively, we should improve just by keeping the team intact, with more time to grow with Campbell as our future. There's not much we can do on this side of the ball. If we can rectify the severe issues that plague our pass defense, through system alterations and possibly staff remedies (*cough cough* fire Steve Jackson *cough cough*), then we should have the potential to be a decent team again and we will see strides in all aspects of the team next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Califan007 The Constipated Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 Nice breakdown... :applause: Next season, if the Skins go 11-5, win the divison and advance deep into the playoffs, pretty much everyone will look at this season as being "worth it" and the possible result of just needing time to gain cohesion and chemistry, timing and efficiency...Here's hoping... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thiebear Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 If the star CB was missing from any team and a draft choice was showing to give an extra amount of cushion wouldnt you throw more also? Our kickers suck also... doesnt help, and mgmt of the game faltered a bit... but i'm hoping for the best the rest of the year and next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbnva Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 The say statistics don't lie. Well, here we go:On defense: 2005 - 534/411 passes versus rushes attempted against 2006 - 361/373 passes versus rushes attempted against Actually the number of passes are down from last year so teams are not passing more against us we just suck more at stopping the pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GibbsFactor Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 They say that Passing Yards per attempt is the most telling number as to where your team is in all of sports.:2cents: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsTillIDie Posted December 5, 2006 Author Share Posted December 5, 2006 Actually the number of passes are down from last year so teams are not passing more against us we just suck more at stopping the pass. You also have to take into account that last season, we had a number of blowout wins that would enhance the number of passes thrown against us in a season. Beating the 49ers 52-17, the Cowboys 35-7, the Giants 35-20, and so on and so forth would lead to teams playing catch-up and therefore more passing. This pattern has been turned around a bit this season, so it is obvious that teams will run the ball more to close out games against us, instead of vice versa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMBAdict04 Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 Nice breakdown...I was surprised by some of the numbers for this year. Better than I would have thought... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiscoBob Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 Wait a second......according to these stats......WE SUCK! When did that start? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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