Pete's saying that he's to blame for letting Tom Cable swap running backs and offensive lineman in and out, never letting anybody get in to a rhythm.
He's finally putting his foot down and saying, "Enough! we allow the offensive line to build continuity, and we focus on one back so that they can get their feet underneath them!"
"Now, I don't have much faith in Eddie Lacy, so I'll put him out there as the sacrificial lamb this Sunday, and when he fails, I can deactivate him, and go with Rawls for the rest of the season!"
"AND, I apologize for letting Tom Cable and Darrell Bevell run Alex Collins, FedEx nominee for Ground Player of the week, out of town."
That's me, parsing Pete.
IMHO, Thomas Rawls doesn't get the start because of the fumble in the prior game, the chop block in the last game, and all of his miscues. He needs to relax, and maybe sitting on the bench will help him do that.
Now, to be clear, I blame Rawls struggles on the coaching. Thomas wanted to play, but he knew he was going to get rotated in and out, so figures he needs to really excel when he gets his 1 or 2 plays. Thus, he "overtries" and ends up screwing up.
Lastly I have to say FINALLY!!! and...get out yer popcorn. :snack: