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Ya that's how I'll always remember it as... unfortunately.Originally posted by Heatmiser View Post
In person, he looked like a brick house, but apparently played football like one too.Comment
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Dobbins sighed with Denver (Sean Peyton), not with Kansas City (Andy Reid).Originally posted by Topcat
So, no. Reid is *not* "pumping Dobbins for info".Comment
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Postwhiffy! Word of the week, we must all use it whenever someone misses the mark. Relentless pursuit of excellence.Originally posted by Ghost of Quacksaw View Post“Less is more? NO NO NO - MORE is MORE!”Comment
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Done. Fait accompli! Mekhi Becton is the starting RG.Originally posted by Maniaque 6 View PostComment
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I think the info pumping thing is largely overrated in general. So much film, analytics, now even AI. If you can’t understand scheme and tendencies from that, talking to Dobbins all day won’t help you. Also, Harbaugh reminds me philosophically of Marty in that I don’t think he cares if you know what he is running, because he doesn’t think you can stop it.Originally posted by Ghost of Quacksaw View Post
PS - I really detest Sean Peyton. Just had to say it again.
Like, how am I a traitor? Your team are traitors.Comment
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AI is going to overtake NFL play calling like a forest fire. The teams that adapt the quickest will have an advantage.
This is rudimentary but I just asked Grok if it could design a play for the Chargers.
Using the provided context about the Los Angeles Chargers’ 2024-2025 season roster and offensive strategies, I’ll design three offensive plays tailored to their current personnel and tendencies under head coach Jim Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Greg Roman. The Chargers’ offense, as noted in the sources, emphasizes a physical, play-action-heavy identity with a strong running game and versatile offensive line, led by quarterback Justin Herbert, running back Najee Harris, wide receiver Ladd McConkey, and tight ends Will Dissly and Tyler Conklin. These plays will leverage the team’s strengths, including Herbert’s arm strength, Harris’s durability, McConkey’s route-running, and the offensive line’s versatility.
### Chargers’ Offensive Profile (2024-2025)
- **Key Players**:
- QB Justin Herbert: Elite arm, high completion percentage (e.g., 85.1% in a 2023 game vs. Vikings), mobile enough for RPOs.[](https://www.chargers.com/news/los-an...dule-announced)
- RB Najee Harris: Consistent 1,000-yard rusher, durable (71 straight starts).[](https://www.chargers.com/news/roster...2025-nfl-draft)
- WR Ladd McConkey: Breakout rookie with 82 receptions, 1,149 yards, 7 TDs in 2024, intelligent route-runner.[](https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/teams...es_chargers/45)
- TEs Will Dissly/Tyler Conklin: Reliable pass-catchers and blockers, with Dissly excelling in 2024.[](https://www.chargers.com/news/roster...2025-nfl-draft)
- OL: Anchored by tackles Rashawn Slater (Pro Bowler, 91.1 PFF grade) and Joe Alt, with versatile interior linemen like Mekhi Becton (RG) and Zion Johnson (potential C).[](https://www.chargers.com/news/roster...2025-nfl-draft)
- **Tendencies**: Physical, run-heavy approach with play-action (176 rushing yards vs. Raiders in 2024). Greg Roman’s scheme uses misdirection and multi-tight-end sets.[](https://www.chargers.com/news/los-an...dule-announced)[](https://www.chargers.com/)
- **Strategy**: Exploit Herbert’s deep ball, Harris’s power running, and McConkey’s ability to get open in the short-to-intermediate range, with a flexible O-line to support both run and pass.
### Offensive Plays for the Chargers
#### 1. Run Play: Power Sweep with Play-Action Fake
- **Formation**: I-Formation, 21 personnel (2 RB, 1 TE, 2 WR)
- **Personnel**: QB Justin Herbert, RB Najee Harris, RB J.K. Hampton (2025 1st-round pick), TE Will Dissly, WR Ladd McConkey, WR Cornelius Harris.
- **Play Description**:
- **Setup**: Herbert under center, Harris and Hampton in I-formation. Dissly inline right, McConkey wide left, C. Harris wide right. O-line with Slater (LT), Bozeman (LG), Johnson (C), Becton (RG), Alt (RT).
- **Action**: The play starts with a fake handoff to Harris, who sells a power run to the right. The O-line pulls Becton and Bozeman to the right to mimic a power sweep, drawing linebackers. Dissly blocks down on the DE, then releases to the flat. McConkey runs a 10-yard out route from the left, while C. Harris runs a deep comeback (15 yards) on the right. Herbert rolls left after the fake, reading the linebacker. If the LB bites on the run, Herbert hits McConkey on the out or Dissly in the flat. If the LB drops, Harris takes the handoff for a sweep behind Becton’s pull.
- **Objective**: Use the Chargers’ strong O-line (Slater, Alt, Becton) and Harris’s power running to set up play-action, exploiting Herbert’s accuracy on short throws. Gains 5-10 yards on the pass or 4-8 on the run. Effective against aggressive 4-3 defenses.
- **Why It Works**: The Chargers’ 176 rushing yards vs. Raiders in 2024 show their run strength. McConkey’s route-running (82 catches in 2024) ensures separation, and Dissly’s blocking and receiving versatility add options.[](https://www.chargers.com/news/los-an...dule-announced)[](https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/teams...es_chargers/45)[](https://www.chargers.com/news/roster...2025-nfl-draft)
- **Diagram** (text-based):
```
McConkey Slater Bozeman Johnson Becton Alt Dissly
O O O O O O O O (C.Harris)
QB
Harris
Hampton
```
- Arrows: Harris fakes right; Becton/Bozeman pull right; McConkey runs out left; Dissly to flat; C. Harris runs comeback right.
#### 2. Short Pass Play: Mesh Concept with RPO
- **Formation**: Shotgun, Trips Right, 11 personnel (1 RB, 1 TE, 3 WR)
- **Personnel**: Herbert, Harris, TE Tyler Conklin, WR McConkey, WR Cornelius Harris, WR Jalen Reagor.
- **Play Description**:
- **Setup**: Herbert in shotgun, Harris to his left. McConkey, C. Harris, and Reagor in trips right (McConkey in slot). Conklin inline left. O-line as above.
- **Action**: This is a variation of the “Shallow Sting” concept the Chargers ran in 2024
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Ekeler wasnt even here with the current staff or system. There will be maybe 3 offensive players left from the Staley era. Pump away … whats he gonna divulge - Herbert has a good arm? Mdub contests catches? Slater is a good LT? LA is warmer than DEN in the winter?Originally posted by Heatmiser View Post
I PS your PS too.“Less is more? NO NO NO - MORE is MORE!”Comment
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Did Grok really say J K Hampton and Cornelius Harris?Originally posted by Riverwalk View Post“Less is more? NO NO NO - MORE is MORE!”Comment
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