I know we got our first win and I am happy about that but I want to bring up a negative. Has anybody else noticed how much Blake Martinez is walking on the field. There were a few times I noticed today that the play is still going on and he is just assuming someone else is gonna make the tackle. He has been getting a lot of love on here lately but one thing all great defenses have in common is their players are always flying to the ball. Maybe his ribs were hurt and he was trying to conserve himself but that was something that seemed out of character and not something that should be acceptable moving forward.
Martinez is playing really well for the Giants, but I 100% noticed him slow it down and walk a time or two.
It's not about the overall tackles. But I did mention that he looked like he hurt his ribs today so hopefully this is just an exception.
Probably a wise idea considering he can't come off the field.
Robbie,
The Defense was on the field a long time in this game and especially in the second half. TOP has been killing us and the D can’t get off the field on 3rd Downs. I’d give him the shadow of a doubt. I think he’s the best LBer we’ve had in a number of years.
Except for the ones in the backfield....
Both were questionable on whether or not the play was ongoing. Once was on a outside run where the back was tripped up and it looks like Martinez slows up as the back is going to the ground. The other time was a pass play down the middle where the LB jumped to make the play and turned and walked as the receiver caught the ball and was on the ground 10 yards upfield. Couldn't tell if it was Martinez.
If it was evident, it sure didn't seem like it, but if it was - that's exactly what game tape review with the coaches is for.
But overall a heady player and leader on defense.
But overall a heady player and leader on defense.