Falcons: Running The Ball

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A misconception is that the playaction affects just tge secondary. A playaction affects all levels of the defense.

The D-line and LB were playing run or blitzing like crazy and the S were playing pass regardless.

When the running game isn't working, then playaction won't affect the S but it can still have an affect on the D-line and the LB's.

This is why Tony G had a productive game and more passes were done in the 7 - 15 yard range.

If Safetied aren't biting, then no need to risk a deep pass into double coverage. A turnover does more than just lose possession, it also loses momentum.

Also with all the weapons we have on offense, why throw into double coverage deep when we have single coverage underneath that can win consistently.