Post by justryn2 on Sept 25, 2008 12:42:31 GMT -6
I have seen this a few times over the years but this year I have two players that look like world beaters at practice but then are basically "no-shows" for games. Not that they do come to the games but their play is completely different.
I have a linebacker that no one wants to go against in practice. He's quick, aggressive and displays outstanding tackling technique. On game day he's like a different person; flat-footed, unsure and lunging around trying to arm tackle.
I also have a QB that in practice looks like he could take the offense on his shoulders by himself and carry the team. He is fluid on running plays and actually runs over people when he keeps the ball. On pass plays he moves will and throws perfect strikes. But come game day he is stiff, erratic and falls with the slightest touch.
Has anyone seen this before? What did you do? I can't really bench these guys. Based on the way they practice that would be insane. At the same time, their failure to perform in game situations is driving me crazy.
I have a linebacker that no one wants to go against in practice. He's quick, aggressive and displays outstanding tackling technique. On game day he's like a different person; flat-footed, unsure and lunging around trying to arm tackle.
I also have a QB that in practice looks like he could take the offense on his shoulders by himself and carry the team. He is fluid on running plays and actually runs over people when he keeps the ball. On pass plays he moves will and throws perfect strikes. But come game day he is stiff, erratic and falls with the slightest touch.
Has anyone seen this before? What did you do? I can't really bench these guys. Based on the way they practice that would be insane. At the same time, their failure to perform in game situations is driving me crazy.
