We didn't put enough pressure on him, no doubt about that. And when we did he found a way to get out of it. And he hurt us with his legs as he did over there. That is one thing that was talked about all week long; the phrase we use is 'cage' ? 'cage the quarterback.' Well we didn't keep him caged.
Coughlin's statement had me thinking all day. Here is what I think about the line not getting enough pressure.
This Giants defensive unit's foundation is the defensive line and backs. Prior to the draft in April, I wrote an article on the New York Times football blog the Fifth Down. At the time, because of the possible imminent departure of DE Michael Strahan, I thought the Giants would select a hybrid DE/DT with their first round selection. Instead, GM Jerry Reese chose safety Kenny Phillips. Although I like the Phillips pick, back in April and up until now, I do not think the Giants have quality depth along the defensive line.
In the preseason, losing All-Pro DE Osi Umenyiora to a season ending injury, without question, left a huge hole. When Osi went down, I thought the Giants would finish 11-5 and would make the playoffs as a Wild Card. Needless to say, this team has impressed me with their performance thus far. However, I think the Giants defensive line is beginning to feel the grind of a long 16 game season. Right now, DT Fred Robbins is playing with two broken hands. Kiwi has not played an entire season at end and Tuck too. Because of the lack of quality depth, I think Kiwi and Tuck have hit a wall. This is the reason I think they are having trouble pressuring a quarterback. Furthermore, as the season marches to a close, the Giants are going to face Dallas, Carolina, and Minnesota. All three teams have very good offensive lines. With lack of depth and facing better offensive lines, the Giants starters on the defensive line have a tough road ahead. Beginning on Sunday night, the Giants defensive line must get pressure on Romo. If they do not, I think it is going to be a long night for the Giants.
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Coughlin's statement had me thinking all day. Here is what I think about the line not getting enough pressure.
This Giants defensive unit's foundation is the defensive line and backs. Prior to the draft in April, I wrote an article on the New York Times football blog the Fifth Down. At the time, because of the possible imminent departure of DE Michael Strahan, I thought the Giants would select a hybrid DE/DT with their first round selection. Instead, GM Jerry Reese chose safety Kenny Phillips. Although I like the Phillips pick, back in April and up until now, I do not think the Giants have quality depth along the defensive line.
In the preseason, losing All-Pro DE Osi Umenyiora to a season ending injury, without question, left a huge hole. When Osi went down, I thought the Giants would finish 11-5 and would make the playoffs as a Wild Card. Needless to say, this team has impressed me with their performance thus far. However, I think the Giants defensive line is beginning to feel the grind of a long 16 game season. Right now, DT Fred Robbins is playing with two broken hands. Kiwi has not played an entire season at end and Tuck too. Because of the lack of quality depth, I think Kiwi and Tuck have hit a wall. This is the reason I think they are having trouble pressuring a quarterback. Furthermore, as the season marches to a close, the Giants are going to face Dallas, Carolina, and Minnesota. All three teams have very good offensive lines. With lack of depth and facing better offensive lines, the Giants starters on the defensive line have a tough road ahead. Beginning on Sunday night, the Giants defensive line must get pressure on Romo. If they do not, I think it is going to be a long night for the Giants.
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http://nygmennfl.blogspot.com/2008/12...
