ramfanatic

Oh, not for a second did I think you were questioning the staff! That was not my intent either. Mine comes more from curiosity than anything else. I've wondered why some coaches (like Webb) will play a kid pretty much the entire game and others don't subscribe to that philosophy. I grew up in a small town, where there wasn't a choice -- you played the best you had at any given time in any position. I get where the coaches are coming from, though. Fresh legs can make a huge difference and hopefully will continue to do so. I will leave with this, there isn't enough money in the world for me to be a coach. It is impossible to please everyone -- from players to parents to fans. Someone will always be mad or think they know better. You truly have to love the kids as well as the sport to do what they do.

Amen! It's some of the most pure football around IMO and definitely the most fun to watch. I think most of our boys are ready and willing to play both ways in a heartbeat if given the chance. Hopefully things will work out -- but I will say it's can be huge benefit (especially for linemen) to play both ways. Having Oline players who understand the techniques of Dline and vice versa makes for better players both ways.

I don't ever post on here, but you've touched on a spot I have wondered for a while. I've always believed you play your best athletes, in the best position no matter what. I completely understand the concept of not wearing out the kids, but if they're in shape it shouldn't be an issue. Like you, we just have to pray the coaches know what they're doing. I'll just keep being a Ram fan in the meantime.