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sports1 year ago

Seahawks' Offensive Struggles: Analyst Critiques O-Line, Geno Smith Vows Improvement

NFL analyst Brian Baldinger criticized the Seattle Seahawks' offensive line, describing them as "backups" due to their poor performance, including allowing seven sacks on Geno Smith against the Rams. The Seahawks rank low in pass and run block win rates, and Baldinger also highlighted the decline in tight end blocking as a contributing factor to their struggles. Despite having consistent starters, the line's inability to protect the quarterback and support the run game remains a significant issue.

sports1 year ago

"Brock Purdy: The 49ers' Silent Assassin's Rise to Success"

NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger praises 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy as a "silent assassin" with exceptional field vision and elite movement, playing without fear. Purdy's rise from Mr. Irrelevant to leading the 49ers to back-to-back NFC Championship Games and a Super Bowl berth has been remarkable. Despite struggles in the NFC title game, he rallied the team and will face Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII, seeking to avenge their previous Super Bowl loss and win their first championship since 1995.

sports2 years ago

Analyzing Sean McVay's Game Plan and the Bengals' Week 3 Win

Brian Baldinger criticizes Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay for his questionable game plan against the Cincinnati Bengals, specifically regarding the lack of adjustments to counter the Bengals' pass rush and the absence of support for the backup left tackle. Baldinger questions why the Rams ran deep routes against a zero blitz instead of utilizing short, quick passes, and highlights the lack of help for the struggling left tackle. Despite McVay's reputation as a smart coach, his decisions were heavily criticized after the Rams' loss.

sports2 years ago

"The Importance of Trey Lance for the 49ers: Insights from Baldy, Russell Wilson, and Potential Surprises"

NFL analyst Brian Baldinger believes the San Francisco 49ers should hold onto quarterback Trey Lance due to the team's history of needing multiple quarterbacks to finish a season. Baldinger argues that trading Lance would not yield enough value and suggests keeping him as a backup in case he is needed. He also acknowledges the challenge of developing a young quarterback on a team that is ready to win now.

sports2 years ago

"Predicting the Eagles' Draft Strategy for 2023 and Beyond"

NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger suggests that the Philadelphia Eagles should draft Bijan Robinson at No. 10 and O’Cyrus Torrence at No. 30 in the upcoming NFL Draft. Baldinger believes that Robinson, a running back, has the potential to be a generational back and could help keep the Eagles' offense scoring. He also suggests that Torrence, an offensive guard, could provide the necessary support for the offensive line. Baldinger emphasizes the importance of giving quarterback Jalen Hurts the most help possible and addressing the team's defensive needs in the draft.