The fact of this matter is that we are getting better every week. Although our D-line is a shell of what we had in the Atlanta game, due to injuries, we are improving with what we have week to week. The pass rush looked better against the Panthers and the 49ers, and in turn, our secondary looked better, and our Safeties were more efficient. Thus proving that our secondary unit is capable. Both Grimes and Hargreaves are begging to look like they are coming around, and seem to be nothing short of amazing. Especially, after what we have seen the past few years. If the pass rush continues to pressure the quarterbacks then Safeties should have no problem shining with the pass defends. So far the Safeties have done well in the run defense and should continue getting better. I believe these are the pieces of the puzzle that will make this team’s defense a dominant force, once again.
I have been very happy with the game management up to this point, well, minus the Rams game when Koetter left timeouts in his pocket. However, I have never been more confident with the game plan , as I am with Koetter and his staff. The only thing I ask, at this point, is that our improvements stay continuous throughout the rest if the season.
Robert Aguayo is like our child, we have to have faith in him and love him even when he screws up. Yes, he’s made some mistakes, but he is also learning from them. We have to support him, as fans. Without a doubt, there will be at least one more game that is going to come down to a winning field goal, like the game in Carolina. 2016, is a year that Roberto will one day look back on and laugh at his growing pains. There is no doubt in my mind that moving on into the future, people will call for Roberto’s name, he will trot out onto the field and kick another game-winning field goal. We will one day become spoiled by his accuracy. He needs us at these games to cheer him on every time he touches the field We should not boo him and ridicule him for a few mistakes. Positive vibes go a long way whether the situation is bad or not, we should be nurturing him as he grows into his confidence, be a part of that moment as he is a part of our future.
We are going to win with Jameis Winston for years to come. Winston has been given more control over the offense and his progression is showing. He may not throw for 4500 yards, this season, but as he gains confidence, in his newly added responsibilities, he will find those numbers coming more frequently and with greater ease. If you pay attention to the seasoned vets around the league, you will find that their open check downs and allow defensive mistakes come to fruition. Once Jameis has this paradigm shift, we will see a whole new level of gameplay. I, for one, know this is coming, and much like a kid on the eve of Christmas, I am overwhelmed by anticipation!
As fans, we need to be united with the team and create a storm of noise during every single snap the opposing team takes. We need to hang in there for our team even if we are losing. Too many times have I seen the stadium begin to empty when we are down by 20 points or more.