Staying Together as a Team
- Posted about 1 year ago|
- 11 comments
Here we are in the middle of another NFL season and I'd be lying if I said I am happy with how we started out. one win in three weeks is not acceptable and we will work to fix this.
As I've thought about it and really nothing else for the past two days, I can't even say that our team has really begun playing as a team yet. At least playing like I know we're capable of. The fact is, there are so many important lessons you can take from losing games (though you wish you never had to).
There is no question that we haven't been playing at full strength. Now we don't use that as an excuse and we never have around here. But the facts are the facts. You have to adjust and deal with it and play to the players' strengths. Dallas Clark and Jeff Saturday, two all-pro guys, just got back on Sunday, which will help, but doesn't guarantee anything.
Personally having missed training camp, I'm still working out some of my own kinks. We've got a young offensive line which means I've got less time to make plays. I have to play better as a quarterback, make better decisions, throw the ball better. And the same goes for every guy in there. It doesn't matter how old you are, how many years they've been playing. These are professional athletes. They're in there so they have to get it done. The veterans have to lead by example and raise their level of play as well.
Wins hard to come by in this league as this past game showed. Our running game finally got going but now it was the passing game was off. In the NFL, actually no matter what level you play at, a few plays on either side can determine the outcome of a game.
We had some missed opportunities, throwing a pick that gets returned for a TD, that's obviously something you wish you could get back. We were in control of the game. You've got to make the most of what you get in any situation. I'm frustrated that we couldn't keep the momentum. I made some poor decisions. Give the Jags credit, they controlled the ball and the time of possession. Going up 21-20 late, I thought we had a chance, but our defense was worn out because we on the offense didn't give them the rest they needed to seal it for us.
Right now, the two key messages are to stay together as a team and believe in the things that the coaches are telling us. This is a team, and we're all responsible for both the wins and the losses. Having a multi-faceted offense has been our trademark and what we'll need to get back to where we belong. We have to find a way to get it done. There may be a lot closer games and we have to find a way to win them.
We've got the bye week now, which is like the worst possible timing. I know each and every single one of us wants to get back out there and get things back on track. But as far as getting everyone healthy, this is just what the doctor ordered.
As I've thought about it and really nothing else for the past two days, I can't even say that our team has really begun playing as a team yet. At least playing like I know we're capable of. The fact is, there are so many important lessons you can take from losing games (though you wish you never had to).
There is no question that we haven't been playing at full strength. Now we don't use that as an excuse and we never have around here. But the facts are the facts. You have to adjust and deal with it and play to the players' strengths. Dallas Clark and Jeff Saturday, two all-pro guys, just got back on Sunday, which will help, but doesn't guarantee anything.
Personally having missed training camp, I'm still working out some of my own kinks. We've got a young offensive line which means I've got less time to make plays. I have to play better as a quarterback, make better decisions, throw the ball better. And the same goes for every guy in there. It doesn't matter how old you are, how many years they've been playing. These are professional athletes. They're in there so they have to get it done. The veterans have to lead by example and raise their level of play as well.
Wins hard to come by in this league as this past game showed. Our running game finally got going but now it was the passing game was off. In the NFL, actually no matter what level you play at, a few plays on either side can determine the outcome of a game.
We had some missed opportunities, throwing a pick that gets returned for a TD, that's obviously something you wish you could get back. We were in control of the game. You've got to make the most of what you get in any situation. I'm frustrated that we couldn't keep the momentum. I made some poor decisions. Give the Jags credit, they controlled the ball and the time of possession. Going up 21-20 late, I thought we had a chance, but our defense was worn out because we on the offense didn't give them the rest they needed to seal it for us.
Right now, the two key messages are to stay together as a team and believe in the things that the coaches are telling us. This is a team, and we're all responsible for both the wins and the losses. Having a multi-faceted offense has been our trademark and what we'll need to get back to where we belong. We have to find a way to get it done. There may be a lot closer games and we have to find a way to win them.
We've got the bye week now, which is like the worst possible timing. I know each and every single one of us wants to get back out there and get things back on track. But as far as getting everyone healthy, this is just what the doctor ordered.
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It'll be ok =)
Take the bye and get plenty of rest and practice...Come back stronger, faster and playing harder. You guys can do it. Keep the team going Peyton...you do a great job!
You'll rally the troops man, you always do.
hey thanx so much for the friend acceotance!! I am sorry and also fusterated with this bye week that is here, but I know it might be for the good,lol. keep doing what you do best! we love and your our QB forever!!! thanx for your class and being personal!
That pick should've been called back it was clearly PI. It was crazy how Mathis was getting away with mauling at Marvin like that...Well with two weeks to get better, the team should be ready for Houston.
the bye week is good for the injuries so I think that is great. I know you are super frustrated because it shows. but I have always and always will have faith in you and the Colts, and you guys will become your true selves again soon enough...
It takes time to build a team. We assume that's what training camp is for but that is not always the case. The offensive line will get better as the season progresses. Hopefully we will see a more rested, healthier team next week along with a win.
Peyton: Don't give up. You can do this. God bless you and your team.
I call you the come back player. You always have a trick up your sleave, to pull it through. You made it happen this weekend and I'm sure plenty more this year. I have faith in you and your team. GO GET EM> True to the blue alway's!!!!!
Awesome!
How was the game?