Defense

Discussion in 'Tennessee Titans and NFL Talk' started by Rudad, Sep 24, 2013.

Thread Status:
Not open for further replies.
  1. Rudad

    Rudad Starter

    1,143
    414
    189
    One if the big things I have noticed of our team this year compared to last year is our tackling so far has been very good. Last year we were awful. Couldn't stop anybody last year. But this year, we have really made huge jump in improvement . Teams have 3rd and 3 we stop them short. Third and 6 we stop them short. Anyway, our defense thus far has really improved on this area. I be in da house this Sunday for jets game.
     
    • High Five High Five x 1
  2. CJtheBeast

    CJtheBeast Starter

    5,235
    1,209
    479
    Defense as a whole has really taken a step in the right direction. Agree with you about tackling. Would also say they're hitting a lot harder which could definitely give us an advantage if we see any of these teams again come playoff time.
     
  3. JCBRAVE

    JCBRAVE goTitans 2019 Survivor Champion

    82,274
    26,649
    1,509
    The reason for that is we're closer to the ball carrier now. No more of that 15-yard cushion by our CB's, receivers arent allowed time to get going full speed. Its much easier tackling a guy cruising at half speed than when he's coming downhill full speed.

    Thank God we threw out Jerry Grays gameplan.
     
  4. Mitch86

    Mitch86 Pro Bowler

    5,864
    2,059
    759
    It seems like this year the D is attacking the ball much better. No more sitting back waiting for the reciever to catch it and praying they can grab an ankle as they run by. I've been thoroughly impressed by this defense!
     
  5. TitansWrath

    TitansWrath Pro Bowler

    5,313
    3,054
    779
    It's amazing how much difference a change in attitude can make.
     
  6. Dman

    Dman Pro Bowler

    4,826
    1,780
    519

    I think a big thanks to that goes to Greg Williams and pollard for this attitude change. Even after Pollard got fined, he said the right things and is going to continue to keep playing like he has, and I love it!
     
    • High Five High Five x 1
  7. steverife

    steverife Pro Bowler

    6,783
    2,305
    709
    Attitude.
    Bigger DL, better, more consistent push.
    Fewer offensive mistakes means the D doesn't feel like they have to pitch a perfect game.
     
  8. Maker_84

    Maker_84 Starter

    3,566
    362
    209
    Gregg Williams is just amazing, nothing of the improvement has come from Jerry Gray that's for sure. When you're aggressive as a defense you pursue downhill rather than on your heels
     
    • High Five High Five x 1
  9. Big Time Titan

    Big Time Titan Big Time Titan

    6,815
    2,097
    719
    I think that adding Williams to the staff has more to do with our defensive success and change of attitude. I just can't believe that Gray is getting this much out of these guys on his own. Our guys are playing with a purpose and toughness that they just didn't have at all last year. Having a guy like Pollard definitely helps but I think Williams is key.

    Tackling has been great and I love how guys are swarming to the ball and gang tackling when needed instead of whiffing with arm tackles like last year.
     
  10. Zappa71

    Zappa71 MYAAAH!

    3,225
    1,290
    819
    Griffin palying like he's mad too! Bringin the heat on some of those hits.
     
Thread Status:
Not open for further replies.
  • Welcome to goTitans.com

    Established in 2000, goTitans.com is the place for Tennessee Titans fans to talk Titans. Our roots go back to the Tennessee Oilers Fan Page in 1997 and we currently have 4,000 diehard members with 1.5 million messages. To find out about advertising opportunities, contact TitanJeff.
  • The Tip Jar

    For those of you interested in helping the cause, we offer The Tip Jar. For $2 a month, you can become a subscriber and enjoy goTitans.com without ads.

    Hit the Tip Jar