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To paraphrase "When you're rebuilding you want to have all your talent in the lines, not in the skill positions. This season Tennessee is going to have just the opposite, talent in the skill positions but no experience on the lines. That could make for a rough season."
I simply don't agree with this notion. Personally I think a strong O-line only compliments the skill positions. You have to have it in the skill positions. Giving the QB 5 minutes to make a decision is great, but your QB has to be able to hit the target and your WR has to be able to catch. Creating a hole for your RB is great but your RB is still going to take contact, he has to be able to stand his ground. Likewise your D-line getting pressure is great but your DB's have to be able to cover and your linebackers have to know when to rush/drop back.
I use the 2013 season to support my argument. We had the team last year where all the talent was on the lines. We went 5-7. IMO to rebuild you have to have the playmakers first and foremost. Thoughts?
I simply don't agree with this notion. Personally I think a strong O-line only compliments the skill positions. You have to have it in the skill positions. Giving the QB 5 minutes to make a decision is great, but your QB has to be able to hit the target and your WR has to be able to catch. Creating a hole for your RB is great but your RB is still going to take contact, he has to be able to stand his ground. Likewise your D-line getting pressure is great but your DB's have to be able to cover and your linebackers have to know when to rush/drop back.
I use the 2013 season to support my argument. We had the team last year where all the talent was on the lines. We went 5-7. IMO to rebuild you have to have the playmakers first and foremost. Thoughts?