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execution. Offensively, I think we had a three-out-out the next time (after the
first drive). It seemed in the game like we’d get a little off rhythm, come back
and make a few plays the next series, and then stall at midfield. As I told
them, you can’t lose sight of where we are. This hurts everybody, but we have to
get better. We have to coach better, play better, and the focus has to come down
to preparing better and getting ready for the next game.”Saints Go Big On
BengalsThe Saints flipped the script in Sunday’s first half when quarterback
Drew Brees killed them softly on 18 of 20 passing with his two longest passes to
running back Mark Ingram and New Orleans hogged the ball for 40 of 60 plays and
devastating 19:33 time of possession as they broke to a 35-7 half-time lead
against a flummoxed Bengals defense that allowed 311 yards.NFL insider notes:
Hot Colts eye playoffs behind Reich
A.J. Green Jersey , Bengals can't stop anyone and more from Week 10I continue to be impressed with this bunch. All season long they have hung around games and
displayed considerable improvement under rookie coach Frank Reich. And finally,
after suffering some bitter defeats to Philadelphia in Week 3 and then to
Houston in overtime in Week 4, this young team seems to be learning how to close
tight games in recent weeks. It required a last-minute forced fumble to put away
Jacksonville on Sunday, effectively ending the Jaguars' season and the Blake
Bortles era and perhaps triggering big changes to the coaching staff and front
office as well. But the Colts made the play, and suddenly they are a tough out
in the AFC.Bengals eye AFC after NFC Brees whips through PBSAfter Saints
quarterback Drew Brees scorched them Sunday in what amounted to a seven-on-seven
drill, the Bengals realized there is no practice left. Knocked to one knee with
one of the worst losses in franchise history, 51-14, the 5-4 Bengals head to
Baltimore next with a chance to take a bigger step into the play-off
picture.Instant analysis after Bengals let Saints put up 51 points??he Bengals
punted for the first time. No joke — missing players on the defensive side of
the ball, the Bengals couldn’t afford to fall behind. They did early and the
eventual result was never in question.A.J. Green
Geno Atkins Jersey , Cincinnati Bengals WR, may not return from toe injury until DecemberGreen avoided surgery on the toe he injured against the Buccaneers
in Week 8, just prior to the Bengals' bye week. While the initial prediction was
that he would be out at least two games, an early December return would have him
missing three -- against the Saints on Sunday, and versus the Ravens and Browns
in Weeks 11 and 12.Random NewsTodd Gurley, Rams Survive Russell Wilson, Seahawks
as Jared Goff Throws 2 TDsTodd Gurley totaled 160 yards from scrimmage with a
touchdown to help the Rams earn a hard-fought victory at Los Angeles Memorial
Coliseum on Sunday, improving to 9-1 on the season. The NFC West race is almost
over, as Los Angeles holds a 4.5-game lead in the division.Todd Bowles Needs to
Go After Humiliating Loss Reveals Depth of Jets' DemiseIn the pantheon of
terrible
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Blowout Win vs. Patriots: 'That's What Happens When You Go Cheap'The New England
Patriots didn't re-sign running back Dion Lewis this past offseason, and he
clearly took that decision personally. Lewis' Tennessee Titans destroyed the
Patriots on Sunday, 34-10, and he didn't hold back after the game.Rams' Jared
Goff happy his 'Halle Berry' playcall was heard by the actressLOS ANGELES --
Rams quarterback Jared Goff hoped that when coach Sean McVay relayed the "Halle
Berry" playcall Sunday that the stadium would be quiet enough for it to be heard
on TV -- and for the actress herself to hear it. Ryan Finley is not the most
exciting quarterback in the draft, but he has the makeup of a very good NFL
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selection of Ryan Finley in Round 4New,24commentsRyan Finley is not the most
exciting quarterback in the draft
Carlos Dunlap Jersey , but he has the makeup of a very good NFL playerEDTShareTweetShareShareBreaking down the Bengals’ selection of Ryan Finley
in Round 4Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty ImagesBengaldom is split. Some fans wanted
to take Dwayne Haskins in the first round, while others remain loyal to Andy
Dalton. Dalton remains the face of this franchise, but with the performance of
Jeff Driskel last season and the Red Rifle’s advancing age the Bengals needed to
come out of this draft with a developmental and/or backup quarterback.They got
what they were looking for with North Carolina State quarterback Ryan
Finley.What Finley brings to the Bengals Brains: Finley has a deep understanding
of the offense he plays in. He makes great pre-snap reads and takes what the
defense gives him based on their alignment and leverage. Finley fits the mantra
“don’t get bored with success.” If a defense is giving him an advantage, he will
continue to take advantage of it until the defense adjusts. Technique: Many
college quarterbacks have funky technique issues that need to be addressed when
the get to the NFL. That is not Finley. Both Finley’s footwork and throwing
mechanics are immaculate. Since his technique is sound he can dive deep into the
playbook from day 1, rather than working on his own mechanics.Execution: Finley
knows how to run an offense efficiently.His passes are always on time, and he
has the intelligence and experience to use his eyes to manipulate and move
defenders. His balls are generally well-placed, allowing his receivers to pick
up additional yardage after the catch.Why the Bengals picked FinleyNeeded depth:
Jeff Driskel may have made the all-preseason team, but his performance when
Dalton went down (and it counted) was troubling. Finley will have a chance to
compete for Driskel’s job as second-string quarterback.Quarterback of the
future? Finley checks off a lot of boxes for a potential NFL starter. Dalton has
no intention of retiring any time soon, but you never know what could happen.
Fingers crossed that Dalton can stay healthy
Dre Kirkpatrick Jersey , of course. Finley could develop into a quarterback who eventually pushes for the starting job or become trade bait for
a quarterback hungry team.The Parcells Rule: This is a somewhat old school style
of thinking as is demonstrated by the fact that two of the top-three
quarterbacks taken were one-year starters, but legendary head coach Bill
Parcells had seven questions that he wanted to be able to say yes to before
selecting a quarterback. Finley passes the Parcells test which is broken down
below. Was he a 3-year starter? Yes. Finley was a 3-year starter for the
Wolfpack. Was he a senior in college? Yes. Finley is a 6th year senior, having
taken both a traditional and medical redshirt at Boise State.Did he graduate?
Yes. Finley actually graduated from Boise State in 3-years before heading to NC
State as a graduate transfer.Did he start 30 games? Yes. Finley started 42 games
in his collegiate career.Did he win 23 games? Yes. Finley has won 25 games in
the past 3 seasons with the Wolfpack.Did he post a 2:1 touchdown-to-interception
ratio? Yes. Finley threw 63 touchdowns and 30 interceptions in his collegiate
career. Did he complete at least 60-percent of his passes thrown? Yes. He
completed 64.2% of his career pass attempts.
