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Jeff1220
01-04-2005, 02:47 PM
Just out of curiosity, what postition is generally responsible for downfield blocking on run plays (take out the DBs)? Is it the WRs?

I ask because I've seen quite a few RBs, who are no faster than Willis, take runs a long distance for a TD. The Bills can't seem to accomplish this for some reason. It shouldn't be because of Willis' speed - he has that. Is it something in the design of the plays or the blocking schemes, or are a couple of guys not doing their part in the grunt work?

RedEyE
01-04-2005, 03:22 PM
WRs, mainly...depending on the play.

I actually noticed that the Bills have become really good at blocking downfield. At least far better than earlier this season.

jamze132
01-04-2005, 03:25 PM
Maybe it has something to do with Reed?