The Middle-Earth American Football Tournament - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

the phantom · 02-24-2006, 03:23 PM

Yes, Sauce, there are far more things to consider in American football. Not only are there multiple teams, but there are different packages of different teams.

For instance, when your team is on defense and it is 3rd down with only one yard to go to gain a first down, you put in your goal line defense, which has perhaps an extra defensive tackle and an extra middle line-backer. However, if it is 3rd down and 15 yards to go, you might put in a dime defense, featuring two extra cornerbacks rather than outside linebackers.

It's all about matchups. If the other team puts certain personel on the field, you must counter them. Also, if the other team shifts from the I-formation to single-back shotgun formation, your defense must quickly make the necessary changes before the play begins or risk giving up a score.

American football is like chess played with bodies instead of chess pieces. That's why I like it more than soccer. It's more complicated and more difficult to completely grasp. It is... more intelligent.

02-24-2006, 03:23 PM	#9
the phantom Beloved Shadow Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: The Stadium Posts: 5,971	Yes, Sauce, there are far more things to consider in American football. Not only are there multiple teams, but there are different packages of different teams. For instance, when your team is on defense and it is 3rd down with only one yard to go to gain a first down, you put in your goal line defense, which has perhaps an extra defensive tackle and an extra middle line-backer. However, if it is 3rd down and 15 yards to go, you might put in a dime defense, featuring two extra cornerbacks rather than outside linebackers. It's all about matchups. If the other team puts certain personel on the field, you must counter them. Also, if the other team shifts from the I-formation to single-back shotgun formation, your defense must quickly make the necessary changes before the play begins or risk giving up a score. American football is like chess played with bodies instead of chess pieces. That's why I like it more than soccer. It's more complicated and more difficult to completely grasp. It is... more intelligent. __________________ the phantom has posted. This thread is now important. Last edited by the phantom; 02-24-2006 at 03:35 PM.