Just broke down every offensive snap from Thursday...

[moecoastie]

I'm a big SB fan so it hurts me to say he's not close to where he was pre-injury. Hopefully we get to see that guy soon.

[Morehead State]

I'm actually surprised at how bad Saquan looks. I expected rust....or even being tentative coming of that injury.
But he looks terrible to me. No burst. Losing footing. No patience at all.

Not really sure where this goes from here this year.

[Zimonami]

Sept 18, 2021 21:57:25 GMT -5 Morehead State said:

I'm actually surprised at how bad Saquan looks. I expected rust....or even being tentative coming of that injury.
But he looks terrible to me. No burst. Losing footing. No patience at all.

Not really sure where this goes from here this year.

I don't think he has confidence in the line, or in himself. He's lost... lost his natural RB instincts.  Over thinking.
Fortunately, with his athletic ability he should find an old familiar groove from a time when it all felt good, and natural.

[idkaname]

Sept 18, 2021 21:57:25 GMT -5 Morehead State said:

I'm actually surprised at how bad Saquan looks. I expected rust....or even being tentative coming of that injury.
But he looks terrible to me. No burst. Losing footing. No patience at all.

Not really sure where this goes from here this year.

you had me til “no burst” …he looks faster than ever to me. Problem is he’s running into the dark instead of towards the light…maybe he’s not yet comfortable enough mentally to make those cuts towards the outside 🤷‍♂️ need him back to form for sure.

The first 2 matchups on defense didn’t do his psyche any favors tho

[Roswell]

Sept 18, 2021 23:40:12 GMT -5 Zimonami said:

Sept 18, 2021 21:57:25 GMT -5 Morehead State said:

I'm actually surprised at how bad Saquan looks. I expected rust....or even being tentative coming of that injury.
But he looks terrible to me. No burst. Losing footing. No patience at all.

Not really sure where this goes from here this year.

I don't think he has confidence in the line, or in himself. He's lost... lost his natural RB instincts.  Over thinking.
Fortunately, with his athletic ability he should find an old familiar groove from a time when it all felt good, and natural.

It will take a few games before he gets his game legs and game eyes.

In the meantime they should use him on the periphery more.  

[myronguyton29]

Sept 18, 2021 15:27:08 GMT -5 spaceweather said:

Sept 18, 2021 15:25:14 GMT -5 McCherry said:

Rudolph had a couple big catches and figures to be a factor in the offense. Considering he's been out the entire off season and is just getting his feet wet, his overall contribution so far is impressive. The upside of this offense is exciting considering how many players are still working their way back.

I agree but I feel like this season has already run out of time, the Giants will need to win a handful of games they are not meant to for this seaosn to be meaningful. 

exactly!! They will have to definitely steal a few to minimize those 2 blunders and still hope the East is weak!

[Fletch842]

Sept 19, 2021 5:02:46 GMT -5 Roswell said:

Sept 18, 2021 23:40:12 GMT -5 Zimonami said:

I don't think he has confidence in the line, or in himself. He's lost... lost his natural RB instincts.  Over thinking.
Fortunately, with his athletic ability he should find an old familiar groove from a time when it all felt good, and natural.

It will take a few games before he gets his game legs and game eyes.

In the meantime they should use him on the periphery more.  

I think its mostly the eyes/mind.  Hopefully that starts to come back as he plays more.

[GameTime]

Sept 18, 2021 15:11:53 GMT -5 @yatittle1962 said:

not looking at the defense until tomorrow because I already have heartburn. 

So offense only ... here are some of the notes I wrote down 

The offensive line looked very good ... very good indeed ... I have no complaints for probably the first time in many years. 
I saw no real blaring techniques issues and everyone really seemed to be working as a unit. 
Very tough violent game for them. 
They were playing against a premier  D line and did just fine

Jones ... very good as well ... better than very good probably ... wonderful game 
He looked in charge and made great decisions. 
Executed some designed runs beautifully 

Shepard straight up looks like Victor Cruz ... he has transformed as a player. 
He looks quick, hungry, and he plays violent ... I love it 
Sterling is out to prove something. 

Rudolph...no complaints ... he looks pretty good. 
Smart player who is finding his way in the scheme ... he will be just fine ... especially when Engram comes back. 

Slayton played well .... minus the obvious this kid is a player ... he looks faster than he ever has to my eyes. 
Runs very good routes and gets open.
His routes are often long developers. 
double moves etc

Golladay could not get open. 
He looked to have run some incorrect routes  a few times . 
He has trouble with separation
Really struggled to find room on Thursday
He was clearly Jones first read quite a few times and just couldn't get it done. 

Barkley did not look good at all 
He is playing with zero patience 
He seems to be losing his footing super easily ... almost like his head is getting ahead of his feet. 
He looks indecisive and is playing with poor vision. 
The coaches definitely adjusted the scheme and installed more pulling plays ... more traps.
There were a ton of times where the blocking was just fine and he just couldn't get there in time. 
He is playing hesitant still ... I'm sure it will work out. 
He really is struggling with vision right now. 
There were plays where it almost  looks like he is taking the handoff with his eyes closed. 
very odd 

Anyway ... those were my notes taken while breaking the film down for whatever it's worth 

Barkley is hesitant yet not patient. Not seeing the play unfolding in front of him. Losing his footing. 

That says he is too hyped up, eyes wide, like deer in the head lights wide, and just not relaxed at all. He wants a 40 yarder every time which is a great attitude  to have but no way to actually play the game of RB. 

[ThatGuyRich]

Sept 18, 2021 15:38:16 GMT -5 giantlegacy said:

Sept 18, 2021 15:35:48 GMT -5 McCherry said:

After 2 games?

2.on paper very winnable games

Those teams are looking at us as very winnable games as well.

[fifthavephil]

Sept 19, 2021 10:31:25 GMT -5 ThatGuyRich said:

Sept 18, 2021 15:38:16 GMT -5 giantlegacy said:

2.on paper very winnable games

Those teams are looking at us as very winnable games as well.

That’s my optimistic thinking.
Win at Home against Atlanta.
Then , @ the Dome in New  Orleans.
One game at a time.
500 % after four games . I take it.

[ThatGuyRich]

Sept 18, 2021 17:49:51 GMT -5 Martin said:

Sept 18, 2021 15:30:30 GMT -5 TEM said:

Good breakdown

It was.


I expect Rudolph to get more passes. He is a good blocker and he has a good feel for where to get open.

I really don't expect him to catch many passes at all. Blocking and a safety valve to dump off to. Big target with Goladay in red zone.

[bizcliz]

Seems like we ran less of the curl/stick shit as usual. More pre-snap motion as well. I think things are improving. Keep that trending positively.

Toney needs more than 19 snaps. I saw him line up on the perimeter a bit, which makes sense because with the way Shep is feasting out of the slot you need to keep him there. Really would love to see Toney run more of the motion (jet, orbit, etc). Doesn't even need to touch the ball every time, just get him moving.

The good news is Toney went from 5 snaps Week 1 to 19 Week 2. Let's try and get him up to 30-35 week 3. Extended week before Atlanta should help0.

[Deleted]

Sept 18, 2021 20:20:58 GMT -5 Roosevelt said:

Rudolph chips last year's DROTY.

absolutely beautiful ... that's football right there

I guarantee you that brought guys to their feet in the film room.... 100% 

Took two guys out of the play with one chip 

This guy is a good football player