A True/False Quiz About The Linehan/Olson Offense

[AvengerRam]

True or False?

1. The Rams have adopted a significantly more run-oriented approach in 2006 as compared to 2005.

2. The Rams have substantially improved ball-control in 2006 as compared to 2005.

3. The Rams have done a better job of protecting the QB in 2006 as compared to 2005.

The answers are below in black print. Left click and scroll down to reveal:

1. False. The Rams ran the ball 37.1% of the time in 2005, and are running the ball 37.5% of the time in 2006.

2. False. The Rams averaged 30:14 in time of possession in 2005, and are averaging 30:41 in 2006.

3. False. The Rams QBs were sacked in 7% of pass attempts in 2005, and 8% in 2006.

Surprised?

[laram0]

I would respond by saying the focus for Linehan should be on the DEFENSE!

[Varg6]

True or False?

1. The Rams have adopted a significantly more run-oriented approach in 2006 as compared to 2005.

2. The Rams have substantially improved ball-control in 2006 as compared to 2005.

3. The Rams have done a better job of protecting the QB in 2006 as compared to 2005.

The answers are below in black print. Left click and scroll down to reveal:

1. False. The Rams ran the ball 37.1% of the time in 2005, and are running the ball 37.5% of the time in 2006.

2. False. The Rams averaged 30:14 in time of possession in 2005, and are averaging 30:41 in 2006.

3. False. The Rams QBs were sacked in 7% of pass attempts in 2005, and 8% in 2006.

Surprised?

Ouch...just ouch. :\