Why did Brian Billick said he didn liked wildcat offense?
Before ranting, let me say that the quality of your comments here today is terrific. I’ve seen a lot of garbage on this site and a lot of nonsensical and childish posts. But, you guys are true fans who have exhibited smart, sensible opinions in a time of great change. Although it’s a black day, I’m proud to be a Jets’ fan. That said, I’d like to comment on the firing of Mangini. The downside is obvious. 1) We’re certainly going to have to lose the players’ training that comes from the consistency of a team’s leadership over time. 2) We’re letting go of a promising young coach who may well be successful in the future. 3) We may not compete next year because of changes that a new coach will feel are essential. 4) We might pick another Rich Kotite. 5) We might not get the fan favorite, Bill Cowher, and we may have to pick a guy who is young and untested. That might put us three more years behind if he’s the wrong guy. The upside is also obvious. 1) We might get Cowher or a great, young co
Brian Billick joined the show to discuss big topics around the NFL. Here are some of his takes … — Billick does not like the Wildcat offense. Here’s why: “Because I’ve never seen it work against a good defense.” Billick said the Wildcat can’t work consistently. “Looking at the tape all last year, against a good defense, it just doesn’t do anything<" Billick said. "If you're an offense that goes with the Wildcat, you're taking your best player off the field. If youre quarterback isn't your best player, go ahead and do it, you're going to lose anyway." Billick said it worked for the Dolphins against the Colts on Monday night because Indy isn't a good defensive team without safety Bob Sanders. "You watch the wildcat against teams like Pittsburgh, like Baltimore, it does nothing," Billick said. -- Billick said players Twittering can be OK, with rules. "It can't happen on game day," Billick said. "It just can't." -- Dan asked Billick the best 2-0 team. He said several are very good, and
He also said that wildcat offense cannot work consistently. He even said that his teammates worked well and taken note that Vikings and Raven worked well too. Sources: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.
