"Zac Robinson's offense was average in 2024, and adjusting one simple thing could've pushed it comfortably above that level: play-action. Play-action discourse has become the Falcons' own "chicken or the egg," with some believing that Kirk Cousins is what prevented the plays from being called, while others believe Robinson did not have a robust play-action offense prepared. The team is on to 2025, and it is the perfect opportunity for Robinson to set the record straight; this injury all but forces his hand."
"Asking Elijah Wilkinson to take 25+ true pass sets against this active Buccaneers defense would be unwise. Todd Bowles is known for bringing the heat, and one of the best ways to take advantage of a blitzing defense is with misdirection. Whether it's boot action off the team's wide zone scheme or simple hand-off fakes from the gun, Robinson should be spamming it as much as possible."
The Falcons lost starting tackle Kaleb McGary and swing tackle Strom Norton for extended periods, leaving Elijah Wilkinson as the primary remaining reserve tackle. Zac Robinson's 2024 offense was average and greater use of play-action could have improved efficiency. The injury situation increases the need for play-action and misdirection to reduce pass-rush impact on Wilkinson and protect quarterback Michael Penix Jr. Todd Bowles' Buccaneers defense is expected to bring heavy pressure, making misdirection, boot action, and hand-off fakes valuable tools. Tight end Charlie Woerner can assist Wilkinson in pass protection and help limit run-blocking decline. Run blocking is likely to suffer more than pass protection.
Read at The Falcoholic
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]