All articles tagged with #inconsistency
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris acknowledged the team's inconsistency in 2025, attributing it to a lack of readiness and emphasizing the importance of practice to improve, as they prepare for a key game against the Patriots.
The Dallas Cowboys suffered a disappointing loss to the Denver Broncos, highlighting issues with consistency, coaching, and execution. Dak Prescott expressed frustration and challenged his team to improve, emphasizing the need for better performance ahead of upcoming games. The team is 3-4-1 and seeking to find stability after a season of ups and downs.
Broncos head coach Sean Payton criticized the team's offense for being too inconsistent, especially around quarterback Bo Nix, citing too many minus plays and penalties as issues. Despite a close loss to the Chargers, Payton remains optimistic about improving and sees upcoming games as opportunities to turn the season around.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing offensive struggles early in the season, with DK Metcalf's inconsistent performance as a key concern. Despite a highlight-reel touchdown, his drops and fluctuating production highlight the risks of his $150 million contract, especially without a reliable second receiver to draw coverage. The team's success hinges on Metcalf improving his consistency and volume to maximize his impact as their top receiver.
Iowa's basketball team's repeated inability to learn from past mistakes has led to a pattern of blowing leads and struggling to maintain strong stretches of play, ultimately tethering the team to mediocrity this season. Despite occasional wins, the team's inconsistency and failure to capitalize on opportunities have put them on a trajectory to fall short of their goals, with their recent loss to Maryland serving as a painful reminder of their ongoing struggles.
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham criticized the team's inconsistency and lack of excuses following a 130-112 loss to the Brooklyn Nets, emphasizing the need to play better basketball. The Lakers, who have struggled since winning the In-Season Tournament in December, fell back under .500 and are currently holding onto the 10th Play-In Tournament spot. The team's second-half collapse against the Nets highlighted their ongoing issues with maintaining performance and body language on the court.
The New York Rangers have been struggling with inconsistency, particularly in their defensive play, as evidenced by their recent 6-3 loss to the Vancouver Canucks. Despite an increase in offensive production, their defensive performance has slipped significantly, leading to a string of disappointing results. The team's coach and players acknowledge the need to address their defensive shortcomings, particularly in terms of decision-making, turnovers, and managing the puck. The Rangers' defensive issues have become more pronounced, and they are now facing the challenge of regaining the form that made them successful earlier in the season.
As NFL team owners gather for winter meetings, the league is under pressure to address its ongoing officiating issues following a series of blown calls in recent games. The inconsistency in how games are officiated has led to frustration among coaches and players, with calls impacting playoff seeding and raising concerns as the league embraces gambling. The Kansas City Chiefs' loss to the Buffalo Bills highlighted the problem, with a controversial offensive offsides penalty reversing a touchdown and sparking outrage. Former officials and analysts have called for improvements, including better use of technology and stricter accountability for officials.
Pro Football Focus highlights the poor performance of the officiating crew in the Pittsburgh Steelers' loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, pointing out inconsistent calls that seemed to favor the Jaguars. One particular call involved a roughing-the-passer penalty against the Steelers, while a similar hit on their quarterback went uncalled. The lack of consistency and potential favoritism has left Steelers fans frustrated, but the team must quickly move on as they face the Tennessee Titans next.
New Orleans Saints coach Dennis Allen expressed frustration with his team's inconsistency following their loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Allen acknowledged the need for improvement and plans to use the upcoming schedule break to evaluate and address the team's issues. Despite their 3-4 record, the Saints remain in playoff contention in the NFC South but must strive for greater consistency in their performances.
Pokemon Go players have noticed that the height of their trainers in the game is inconsistent and often implausible when compared to the heights of the Pokemon they encounter. The questionable height scaling has led to bemusement among players, with examples such as a 1.32m Pyroar towering over the trainer and a 1.69m Luxray barely reaching their torso. While some fans offered explanations based on how certain Pokemon are measured, others pointed out that the height and weight of Pokemon in general should not be taken too seriously in a series that features mythical beings and unrealistic elements.
After Juan Soto's criticism of the Padres, they responded with a 10-5 victory over the Diamondbacks, prompting Soto to recant his comments. The Padres played the kind of game they have not often enough, with their Big Four (Xander Bogaerts, Manny Machado, Juan Soto, and Fernando Tatis Jr.) combining for 10 hits, seven RBIs, and seven runs scored. Ha-Seong Kim extended his hitting streak to 16 games, and manager Bob Melvin reached a milestone with his 1,491st victory. Blake Snell believes he should be better despite his impressive performance, and the Padres' inconsistent offense remains a concern.
The New York Mets' inconsistent offense has contributed to their struggles in the first half of the season. Despite leading the National League in team batting average last year, they have fallen to 20th in MLB this year. The team's rookies, Brett Baty and Francisco Álvarez, have been experiencing growing pains, while veterans like Jeff McNeil and Starling Marte have also been struggling. Pete Alonso has struggled since returning from injury. The Mets will need their key contributors to improve in order to find success in the future.
The New York Mets continue to struggle with inconsistency, as they were swept by the Blue Jays after sweeping the Phillies, leaving them at .500 for the season. The team has yet to excel in any phase of the game, and their starting rotation remains a concern. Despite having a high payroll and star players, the Mets have not been able to translate their fame into consistent performance. Manager Buck Showalter cited the need for more consistency offensively, but the team's struggles extend beyond just their offense.
The Philadelphia Phillies lost their fourth consecutive game to the San Francisco Giants, falling to 20-23 for the season. The team has been plagued by inconsistency, with hot and cold streaks throughout the season. Despite having a talented lineup, the Phillies have struggled to punish opposing pitching and have gone 2-for-39 with runners in scoring position in their last four games. Trea Turner, who signed an 11-year, $300 million contract in December, has been struggling with his hitting and is frustrated with his performance. The Phillies will look to turn things around in their upcoming series against the Chicago Cubs.