Re: Vikings @ Ravens post game
Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2021 9:55 am
Great article. That swing at the end of the half was huge and highlighted that even when the right play is called twice in a row, we still struggle to execute on offense. JJ and Thielen both had first downs if a better throw was made on 2nd and 3rd down. Even if we don't get a TD after that, a first down likely prevents Baltimore from scoring before the half.makila wrote: ↑Mon Nov 08, 2021 9:38 am https://theathletic.com/2941388/2021/11 ... ed-article
A dream situation would’ve been a touchdown while using up the clock, sending the Vikings into halftime up 21-3 on the road against a team that was favored by six. Instead, the Vikings went three quick plays without a first down, using only 19 seconds and settling for a field goal. On second-and-11, Cousins overthrew Adam Thielen even though he was open near the sideline. On third-and-11, Cousins underthrew Jefferson even though he was open near the sideline. The Ravens got the ball back with plenty of time, scored a touchdown on the ensuing possession and trailed only 17-10 at halftime.
Some of us saw what the real issue was 4 weeks in and were called trolls for pointing it out. It isn't going to get better either. The O has had some incredible injury luck at the skill positions the past couple of seasons and that luck is bound to come to an end soon. Even when 100% healthy this O is below average, and if Thielen, Cook or JJ going down for an extended period of time we are probably looking at multiple single digit score offensive performances in our future.makila wrote: ↑Mon Nov 08, 2021 9:38 am https://theathletic.com/2941388/2021/11 ... ed-article
That gives Zimmer plenty to worry about on his preferred side of the ball. But what’s becoming clear eight weeks in is that the Vikings aren’t getting where they want to go with this offense.