AUloggerhead 2,225 Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Link ...On offense, the Tigers have converted 46 of 95 third downs, 48.4 percent. In the first half, when seven of their eight games have been decided, they have been deadly - 13 of 17 for 76.4 percent in the first quarter and 14 of 25 for 56 percent in the second. On third-and-11 or more, usually considered a lost cause, they are 11-for-23 for 48.4 percent. "That's unheard of," offensive coordinator Al Borges said. "The NFL is 20 percent on third-and-eight or more." ... On defense, third downs were a priority beginning in spring practice. Opponents were successful 36.5 percent of the time last season, and that did not please coordinator Gene Chizik. This season, opponents have been successful 27.6 percent of the time. On third-and-11 or more, they are 2-for 29. "It's really just all about execution on third down and really being aware of the significance of third down," Chizik said. "It's really very simple. If you stop them, you are going to be able to get off the field and take a break. If you don't, you are going to stay out there a lot longer. ... Looking good. WDE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StatTiger 3,188 Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Good stuff indeed... Campbell has a 220.7 pass rating on 3rd down... Of his 48 pass attempts on 3rd down, 21 have gone for firstdowns and 8 more went for TD's. Jason Campbell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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