It's been clear to me for a few weeks the current incarnation of the Seahawks cant operate without the read-option sprinkled in.
My guess would be the read option keeps defenses honest and from exploiting size advantages at WR as well sporadic Oline play. It's especially huge with Miller out of there, because I think the TE in this offense dictates the passing game. And, without a TE, any semblance of a normal passing attack is out the window. It gives a defense one more thing to think about on passing downs as well (and this Oline will forever need an advantage in pass protection).
The down side is it does effect Wilson's accuracy via fatigue. RB's get to come take a breather after running the ball...not Wilson. He has to get right back under center and do it again. I saw a thread about whether his running effects his accuracy; of course it does! There's an Olympic event based solely on extreme cardio and accuracy (winter biathlon).
With this offense, without Zach nor legit WR threats, I think the good outweighs the bad. While it's different than Lynch's punishing style, having Wilson keep the ball contributes to the physical toll on a defense. Psychologically, it may do more damage than anything Lynch can do.
My question is the RO a sustainable offense for this team through out the year?
I think it is, because of Wilson's intellect. I also like the possibilities out of that look. You give Michael some run on a series where the RO is working, he'll bust 1 out of every 6 or 7 runs for an explosive play. Speed would dominate the cutback lanes.
My guess would be the read option keeps defenses honest and from exploiting size advantages at WR as well sporadic Oline play. It's especially huge with Miller out of there, because I think the TE in this offense dictates the passing game. And, without a TE, any semblance of a normal passing attack is out the window. It gives a defense one more thing to think about on passing downs as well (and this Oline will forever need an advantage in pass protection).
The down side is it does effect Wilson's accuracy via fatigue. RB's get to come take a breather after running the ball...not Wilson. He has to get right back under center and do it again. I saw a thread about whether his running effects his accuracy; of course it does! There's an Olympic event based solely on extreme cardio and accuracy (winter biathlon).
With this offense, without Zach nor legit WR threats, I think the good outweighs the bad. While it's different than Lynch's punishing style, having Wilson keep the ball contributes to the physical toll on a defense. Psychologically, it may do more damage than anything Lynch can do.
My question is the RO a sustainable offense for this team through out the year?
I think it is, because of Wilson's intellect. I also like the possibilities out of that look. You give Michael some run on a series where the RO is working, he'll bust 1 out of every 6 or 7 runs for an explosive play. Speed would dominate the cutback lanes.