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Kerry J. Byrne: The decline of sacks in the NFL
Kerry J. Byrne: The decline of sacks in the NFL
Where have you gone, Deacon Jones? The '09 season is featuring one of the lowest sack-success rates in NFL history, and Kerry J. Byrne looks back to better understand the decline.
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Horse Tracks 11/6/09 - McBean, Barrett miss practice again; Roethlisberger lobbying for no-huddle
The Mile High Report — ... should be more dynamic as coach Josh McDaniels' playbook opens up. But the defense might need to self-scout after cracking in Baltimore." ESPN - First-half awards and a look at potential second-half stars - Adam Schefter "This season, when using play-action, Roethlisberger has a perfect 158.3 quarterback rating, completing 25 of 29 passes for five touchdowns and no interceptions" SN - Time may be running out for struggling NFL QBs - Dennis Dillon SI - NFL sacks are on decline, thanks to NFL protecting quarterbacks - Kerry J. ...

New England Patriots Links 11/06/09 - Dolphins Coach on Single Covering Randy Moss Last Year: "That didn't work out so good."
Pats Pulpit — ... winning and Vick shining. Michael Lombardi (Nat'l Football Post) Tavern talk: Lerner says Mangini will be back; Can Texans beat Indy? Dennis Dillon (Sporting News) Confluence of influence: NFL coaches praise mentors. Adam Schein (Fox Sports) Boom or bust: Jason Taylor should win comeback award. Gil Brandt (NFL.com) 9 Matchups to watch this Sunday. Kerry J. Byrne (CHFF) The decline of QB sacks in the NFL. VIEW FROM MIAMI David J. ...

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