For those determined to blame Spurrier

[rtandler]

At some point, it comes down to execution. NFL players should be able to get a stinking yard in two tries no matter what the play call, not matter who is in the game.

At some point, the kicker has to kick a field goal high enough so it's not slam-dunked by the line, and that same kicker has to make an extra point.

At some point, that kicker has to be able to execute a punt that goes further than 18 yards. It's my understanding that Barker was still dinged up, so Tuthill should have taken plenty of punting practice.

At some point, a running back has to catch a short toss with nobody near him deep in his own territory rather than let it slip through his arms for an easy six the other way.

At some point, defenders have to wrap up and tackle the opposing running back, especially one that is at the end of the line and has been handled all year by other teams.

At some point, your star running back who is slated to make an eight-figure income next year has to do better than 9 yards on eight carries in the second half.

It's all of this and more that added up to the Redskins being down and needing to convert third and fourth downs to stay in the game. To be sure, the coaches bear their share of the responsibility for execution, but IMO it's kind of ridiculous to lay of the blame for the loss on Spurrier's offensive game plan or on his play calling.

[AUeagle]

Your right. As much as I dislike Spurrier, being a Nole fan, our players deserve just as much of the blame. We put up a tough fight, and we lost, but were not outplayed. It wasn't Spurrier who slipped and gave the touchdown to Galloway, and it wasn't Spurrier who bobbled the ball into Dallas' hands.

Either way, I still don't like Spurrier, and my hate for the Dallas Cowboys has grown bigger.

Dad, if you're reading this, I want a "Dallas Sucks" shirt. Mom doesn't have to know.

-Adam, The FL Prince?? (I guess)

[luckydevil]

agreed