Hopefully, we run the ball first at least as long as:

1. We have a number 7 in the backfield
2. He's healthy
3. The back of his jersey says, and I quote , "F-O-U-R-N-E-T-T-E".

I'll explain why, as you're obviously a lil slow.

Ya see, the way it works is like this. When you're on offense, the plays you call are always balancing at least two things, those being their chance of success and the risk that something really bad happens by running that particular play. Balance, child, balance.

To fully explain, I'd have to define words like success and really bad, and because I know you can't stay with me that long, I'll sort of pare this down to its most elementary components.....because we have a really good group of offensive linemen, who block for what may be the best running back to ever play college football, and because THAT guy gets breathers (that's rest) when other exceptionally good running backs come into the game, and because when that risk thing is considered, a whole lot of really bad things are less likely to happen when we hand the ball off to either that 7 guy or one of his very capable and likely "not tired" replacements, it doesn't make a whole lot of sense to not do just that, especially when the alternative in your scenario includes but one option - - employ of the forward pass.

Now, I understand from where you see things. I know that you are not the first to be been lured in by this very useful - in moderation - thing called a forward pass, what with its sexiness, and lore, and beauty. Ultimately, know this. It's a siren's call. It can hurt you. It's alot like wine, see. Just a little is wonderful. Too much though, and......well, let's just say you don't want to go where it can take you. Don't be a fool, and chase its quick points and false hope. Especially when it's unnecessary.

Find the beauty of the A gap. Know that those who receive forward passes are also valuable in the run game. Be satisfied with yards collected methodically. That wears on your opponent, unlike the quick strike, which gives your opponent false hope that he's not really losing the war - just some critical battles. And above all, remember to never lose the war because you tried to be something you are not.

Go in peace, and have sinful thoughts no more.

This post was edited on 11/5/15 at 10:43 am