Another missed opportunity?

NatralBrnThrila · 2010-11-09T09:15:58-08:00

I've read 2 different articles now that have both indicated our team all stayed at home to recharge this past week. Completely understandable; it was a long haul to this point and we were fortunate to get out of it as relatively healthy as we did.....coulda been worse I guess. The guys have played hard and they deserve it. But if I'm sitting at 2-6, breaking in a new QB behind a line that's been inconsistent at best, and about to play a divisional opponent who we're chasing; I wouldn't think I had a week to take off. I suppose I expected at least the 1st team offense to go through meetings and rep a little last week. Just my opinion, but I think they threw away a godsend. When more is required, more should be given, and realistically; if I'm an offensive player, I'm begging to come in to work last week. Whether we win in London or not, it was clear our guys have a LOT of stuff to work on; especially at QB. Maybe I'm missing some facts or just way off base. Hope they have one hell of a good week in practice Wachoo think?

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:17 AM

susweel
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I don't think you can make them practice in the bye week, there is probably something in the rules.

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:17 AM

FILTHpigskin
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They should have practiced... but with this coaching staff, what did you expect?

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:20 AM

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Originally posted by susweel:
I don't think you can make them practice in the bye week, there is probably something in the rules.

Also, this team needed a break from everything that had been going on. The win in London followed by the bye was a perfect opportunity for the team to relax and re-group.

They don't need more practice. They just need to relax and play football like they all know how.

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:21 AM

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Originally posted by susweel:
I don't think you can make them practice in the bye week, there is probably something in the rules.

lol, not true. You can practice during the bye week

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:23 AM

AlohaBruh
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Originally posted by susweel:
I don't think you can make them practice in the bye week, there is probably something in the rules.

What a Noob thing to think sus.

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:23 AM

susweel
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Originally posted by valrod33:
Originally posted by susweel:
I don't think you can make them practice in the bye week, there is probably something in the rules.

lol, not true. You can practice during the bye week

Are you sure there's not something in cba about that.

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:27 AM

valrod33
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Originally posted by susweel:
Originally posted by valrod33:
Originally posted by susweel:
I don't think you can make them practice in the bye week, there is probably something in the rules.

lol, not true. You can practice during the bye week

Are you sure there's not something in cba about that.

Positive.

The Rams practiced one day last week

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:34 AM

NorthNiner
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I don't think Troy Smith had the week off. At least that's what I hope.

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:35 AM

Wodwo
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They needed a week off.

Too many big time zone changes in such a short period.

No link... and I'm not going to look for one, but I'm pretty sure Singletary admitted to working the team too hard before the KC game. Not that it's any excuse for that performance, obviously there were other issues. Still, I think he learned a lesson as a coach there.

Sometimes, the best way to improve is to rest. Even Troy should be allowed this time... cramming is not good, especially for long term learning. After the way this season started, these guys need some time to get their heads on straight.

Now they need to work their asses off to prepare for the Rams. They'll be rested, so stamina will be better in practice, which means excitement level will be easier to maintain. If they can get excited a pumped up in practice, it'll carry over into the game. Plus, you retain information and focus better when you are mentally engaged... if they are able to have fun in practice, they will learn better.

I type too much.

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:36 AM

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I think it's actually better to go home and get your mind off football. Don't think because they didn't practice last week that the team was not game planning ( I know don't laugh) Seriously they get the game plan together and that's what gives the team 2 weeks to prepare, not necessarily practice.

The coaches were faxing Troy Smith the game plan to his home in Cleveland all week.

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:37 AM

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Originally posted by BETTERDAYZ9ERS:
I think it's actually better to go home and get your mind off football. Don't think because they didn't practice last week that the team was not game planning ( I know don't laugh) Seriously they get the game plan together and that's what gives the team 2 weeks to prepare, not necessarily practice.

The coaches were faxing Troy Smith the game plan to his home in Cleveland all week.

yet they cant say who's starting....

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:39 AM

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Originally posted by 49ersNoKaOi:
Originally posted by BETTERDAYZ9ERS:
I think it's actually better to go home and get your mind off football. Don't think because they didn't practice last week that the team was not game planning ( I know don't laugh) Seriously they get the game plan together and that's what gives the team 2 weeks to prepare, not necessarily practice.

The coaches were faxing Troy Smith the game plan to his home in Cleveland all week.

yet they cant say who's starting....

Easy to figure out. The official announcement will be tomorrow according to the media

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:40 AM

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The whole reason for a bye week is exactly what it is, a week off

[ Edited by 49AllTheTime on Nov 9, 2010 at 9:41 AM ]

Nov 9, 2010 at 9:41 AM

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Originally posted by BETTERDAYZ9ERS:
Originally posted by 49ersNoKaOi:
Originally posted by BETTERDAYZ9ERS:
I think it's actually better to go home and get your mind off football. Don't think because they didn't practice last week that the team was not game planning ( I know don't laugh) Seriously they get the game plan together and that's what gives the team 2 weeks to prepare, not necessarily practice.

The coaches were faxing Troy Smith the game plan to his home in Cleveland all week.

yet they cant say who's starting....

Easy to figure out. The official announcement will be tomorrow according to the media

Easy for us fans to figure out...... sing and co. not so much