Overstated. You believe anything that guys says? Nobody "wants" to play there in January but the effects are greatly reduced with an empty stadium. But again, if it's around freezing it really won't matter much. Below zero, that's another story.
I agree.
@DH13 posted:One outlying factor that could come into play is whether MLF wants the offense to evolve toward more power running later in the season. Is that the long view he has for Dillon and his blocking receivers? That kind of feature would surely benefit from a natural outdoor surface. See TEN/Henry.
I think they have to. I don't know if the game plan they ran against the Texans is going to work against speedy LBs but if they can actually get the run game going and accountable I think they can go up against any defense. Starting oline is necessary of course.
Look at the smile on @K1's face when he sees @DeAndreHopkins...
â @The_Coach_A (@The_Coach_A) October 26, 2020
This is awesome.#SEAvsAZ pic.twitter.com/E7aZ0rgYjw
Then there's this.....
DK Hit 22.64 MPH!
If you can get the Bucs on a sloppy or slick field you will negate some of that speed on defense. Not to mention the cold weather impact.
Home Field absolutely matters.
I mean, weâve all watched enough GB games at Lambeau Field late in the year and in the playoffs to know it matters. Having fans would be even better, but unless an opposing team actually practices on that surface (which ainât frozen BTW) itâs a distinct advantage to GB. Why? The Packers know what to expect. They know where the slick spots are. They know what size cleats to wear. More importantly on offense they know where to break and cut. In addition, guys like Crosby know how the wind blows and how to kick in those (likely) shit conditions.
Now, I will say that for a team like the Packers with an experienced QB without having noise and fans to contend with itâs an advantage going on the road as well. But of course they would prefer not to travel and play in their own stadium. The MLF Packers havenât done so well travelling to either coast.
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â Joey (@JoeyMulinaro) October 26, 2020
I agree that playing at Lambeau typically gives the Pack an advantage in colder weather. I believe the turf there in cold months slows down pass rushers a bit which gives Rodgers the extra time he needs to execute.
It doesnât make them unbeatable as Philly showed last year and the Giants showed in 2011, but Rodgers typically operates well in the cold if heâs getting halfway decent protection. Iâd much rather play Seattle, San Fran, or Tampa at Lambeau than on the road, that is for damn sure.
If the game is in TB, there will be a full house. Everything is allowed to be wide open down here, and they will pack them in.
Metcalf running down Baker was the best chase I've seen since Deion Sanders ran down Don Beebe.
The only video I can find is very Paul TV-like, unfortunately, but still....
Playing at home is ALWAYS an advantage, regardless of any other factor(s).
The best advantage I can think of is when a West Coast team ( *cough* cough* Seahawks, 49ers) has to go to Lambeau; they not only lose time to travel, but they lose time crossing the time zones.
Another hope is the colder the environment, the more fans are allowed to attend
Perhaps an advantage to Northern teams that play outdoors?
@fightphoe93 posted:I agree that playing at Lambeau typically gives the Pack an advantage in colder weather. I believe the turf there in cold months slows down pass rushers a bit which gives Rodgers the extra time he needs to execute.
It doesnât make them unbeatable as Philly showed last year and the Giants showed in 2011, but Rodgers typically operates well in the cold if heâs getting halfway decent protection. Iâd much rather play Seattle, San Fran, or Tampa at Lambeau than on the road, that is for damn sure.
I'll always attribute that loss to the Giants to the collective, somber mindset of the team after the tragic death of Joe Philbin's son. That team was unstoppable, with the exception of the KC game.
It surely matters. But matters little this year if it's not sub zero.
@Timmy! posted:Metcalf running down Baker was the best chase I've seen since Deion Sanders ran down Don Beebe.
The only video I can find is very Paul TV-like, unfortunately, but still....
Metcalf made up a lot more yards. Sanders was never more than 5 yards from Beebe. Metcalf made up what, 10-15 yards?
One of 3 career Sanders tackles.