Den of ineptitude: Lions keep losing, threaten 0-16 threshold Nov 26, 2008
NEWS AND INFORMATION. The 0-11 Lions have played three consecutive home games that have failed to sell out Ford Field. (USA Today -- Sports)
Recruiting Notes: New names emerge? Nov 26, 2008
"A great strongside defensive end's build. He is durable in run situations. He's also quick enough to get after the quarterback and make things happen on passing downs.". The Spartans and Kansas Jayhawks could do battle for Stephen's signature. (Michigan State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Turner acknowledges clock mismanagement: Nov 26, 2008
I remember another play when we were looking at 3rd and 2 at about our 40 after a few first downs and he calls a long pass that was incomplete ... But the fact to the matter is the play calling has been predictable, there's no excitement on offense but the deep ball and we couldn't defend the short passes that turns into big gains or first downs ... They opened with a short pass to chambers for 13, then ran LT up the middle for 20, then Sproles off the right Tackle for 21, on the 12 yard line,... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
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Utah State Hosts New Mexico State Saturday In Season-Finale Nov 25, 2008
Team Statistics USU NMSU First Downs 19 23 Rushing 166 88 Passing 189 367 Total Offense Yards 355 455 Fumbles: Number-lost 1-1 0-0 Penalties: Number-yards 3-21 7-41 Punts-yards 3-132 4-160 Punt Returns: No-yards-TD 2-49-0 1-7-0 Kickoff Returns: No-yds-TD 4-127-1 3-89-0 Possession Time 27:21 32:39 ... The teams traded touchdowns and USU trailed 35-20 with 4:18 left in the third quarter ... Both of USU's final two possessions ended in downs, while NMSU added its final score with 4:24 left in the... (Utahstateaggies.com)
Four Downs: Cassel breaking ground even Brady didn't reach Nov 25, 2008
WEISMAN'S FOUR DOWNS ... By Larry Weisman, USA TODAY Every Tuesday, USA TODAY's Four Downs examines a key moment, trend, performance or stat from the NFL and considers how it will play out the following Sunday ... 3 yards a punt return and contributed 31 catches (two for touchdowns). (USA Today -- Sports)
Many teams not closing door to Vick if he gains NFL reinstatement Nov 25, 2008
"I'll put it this way: Has he rehabilitated himself sufficiently? Does he understand the consequences of his actions? What would be the impact on the NFL? All of those things.". -- NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on his criterial for considering reinstatement for Michael Vick. (USA Today -- Sports)
The Day After: Washington Nov 25, 2008
The season is going to be full of ups and downs - not only game to game but within the games themselves. Just like we can't get too "down" by a loss this year, we can't jump to unreasonable expectations based on any one win either. (Phog.net)
Football Preview: Bears at No. 7 Texas Tech Nov 25, 2008
Baylor has 26 rushing touchdowns this season, the fifth best total in Baylor history and the Bears most since 1994 (29) ... It was the first of four touchdowns on the day for Crawford, who found the end zone twice rushing and twice receiving ... Harrell was 37-of-46 for 433 yards and three touchdowns. (Baylorbears.com)
Wipeout: Bills, Edwards throttle Kansas City Nov 25, 2008
Buffalos second-year starter completed 24-of-32 passes for 273 yards with four total touchdowns (two rushing, two passing) ... The unit totaled 27 first downs, 444 total yards and most importantly, Trent Edwards got back on track. (BillsReport.com)
By the numbers: Vikings-Jaguars Nov 24, 2008
The Jaguars are eighth in the league in offensive red zone efficiency, scoring touchdowns on 17 of 29 red zone opportunities ... The Vikings are 14th in red zone defense, allowing 15 touchdowns on 30 opposing red zone chances ... is tied for sixth in the league with 17 receptions on third downs the most for any running back in the NFL.. (VikingUpdate.com)
Weakly Retort Nov 24, 2008
The Buffalae converted a Leachian 4 of 4 fourth downs, and pulled within 10 points late in the game, but it is the Cowboys that came out on top ... Iowa State led in 1st downs, 25 24. (RaiderPower.com)
Carroll to host NW Oklahoma State Nov 24, 2008
Football Championship Series Records Set or Tied in the First Round Lindenwood (65) and Lambuth (48) combined to tie the most combined points (113) joining Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Western Montana for the all-time high Lambuth set the most first downs (41) ever breaking the 38 by Hardin-Simmons (Texas) in 1994 The 108 total plays by Lambuth set the record breaking the 106 by Hardin-Simmons in 1994 Morningside QB Ian Gilworth threw a FCS record seven touchdowns breaking the 6 done six times... (Montana Standard, MT)
McClellan: Why is Northwestern hoops so bad? Nov 24, 2008
Every program has its ups and downs, except for Northwestern. The elevator is stuck on the ground floor. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Sooners rout Tech 65-21 Nov 24, 2008
Sam Bradford threw for 304 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Sooners to the rout over #2 ranked Texas Tech. Bradford threw for 304 yards and four touchdowns, and DeMarco Murray and Chris Brown combined to run for five more scores as the fifth-ranked Sooners brought an unceremonious end to No. 2 Texas Tech's run toward perfection in a 65-21 blowout Saturday night. (KHOU.com, TX)
GAME REPORT: Oklahoma 65, Texas Tech 21 Nov 23, 2008
Bradford threw for 304 yards and four touchdowns, and DeMarco Murray and Chris Brown combined to run for five more scores as the fifth-ranked Sooners brought an unceremonious end to No. 2 Texas Tech's run toward perfection in a 65-21 blowout Saturday night ... Harrell was 33-for-55 for 361 yards and three touchdowns, which looks good on paper, but most of those numbers didn't mean much ... Murray finished with 125 yards and two touchdowns, and Brown added 108 yards and three scores as the... (USA Today -- Sports)
Football: Mistakes run a prolific day for Cyclones Nov 23, 2008
" The Cyclones' offensive numbers Saturday were staggering. They put up 626 yards of total offense, the third-highest total in school history and the highest ever against a conference opponent. Austen Arnaud's 440 passing yards broke the school record of 437 by Todd Bandhauer in a 54-33 loss at Texas in 1998. Arnaud's 493 yards of total offense, which includes 53 rushing yards, equals the school record set by Seneca Wallace in a 42-35 victory against Missouri in 2002. The Cyclones tallied 30... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Faraway Downs fantasy resonates close to home Nov 23, 2008
He is a sorcerer from Arnhem Land who surveys Faraway Downs from his eyrie on the peak of the mountain range overlooking the homestead ... The superb effect of the film, reading it through the lens of post-colonial literature, is its pride in the ingenuity, bawdiness and larrikinism of Australians of Aboriginal, British, Chinese and European descent living side by side in a complicated caste system during the period leading up to and amid World War II in the Top End of the Northern Territory and... (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
S. American vets lock horns Nov 23, 2008
New York's Kevin Goldthwaite credited Osorio with keeping the players on track during this year's ups and downs. "It has been a roller-coaster year with some things off the field and on the field, but he's never really panicked," Goldthwaite said. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
For Cromartie, it all started vs. Colts last season: Nov 22, 2008
Offensively, we are still a very good group, I think defensive let downs, Norv, has damaged the mojo of this entire team. Even though we have yet to cause a turnover under Rivera,(I hope that the're coming),The Defense has only allowed 30 points the last 2 games. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Dogs Dominate Rival Spartans Nov 22, 2008
Fresno State had been limited to three first downs and 54 yards of offense to that point ... Fresno State's three punt returns for touchdowns ranks second to Kansas State (5) for most in the NCAA this season and the Dogs have 19 touchdowns on punt returns in the era, and a combined total of 37 special teams touchdowns in the last 12 seasons ... Harding's Highs Junior running back scored back-to-back rushing touchdowns in the fourth quarter to break the 10-10 tie. (Gobulldogs.com)
• Declo denied Nov 22, 2008
"We had a lot of ups and downs this season and once we made it to state (playoffs) we gave it our all," said senior Tucker Edgar. "It would have been nice to get the championship, but we're proud of what we did.". (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Colts, Manning provide familiar foe Nov 21, 2008
We've just got to find a way to execute the things we've been doing a good job of protecting the ball, being pretty good on first and second down which gives you a better chance to convert some third downs ... No team in the NFL converts third downs better than the Colts at nearly 50 percent ... And while the Chargers did advance to the AFC Championship Game with two more interceptions of Manning in that Jan. 13 contest, he threw for 402 yards and three touchdowns. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
LT: Commitment to running game is key to making it work Nov 21, 2008
SD's offense would then get the ball, do nothing after three downs (even with multiple possessions near midfield) and give the ball right back. Do that enough times and you are going to get a lopsided T.O.P., and you're also going to wear your defense down. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
College football capsules: Okla-Tex. Tech and more Nov 21, 2008
Senior RB Chris "Beanie'' Wells had 143 yards rushing and freshman QB Terrelle Pryor added 110 as OSU bulled its way to 303 yards on ground last week. Defense gave up season-high 454 yards but considering way they stifled Michigan last year (91 total yards, 8 first downs), OSU should have no problem punishing downtrodden Wolverines. Tressel's 6-1 mark vs. UM would make Woody Hayes more than proud. WEST VIRGINIA (6-3) at LOUISVILLE (5-5), Noon, ESPN. FAVORITE: West Virginia by 7. COACHES: Bill... (Scripps Howard News Wire)
A Closer Look... Nov 21, 2008
RB Chris Brown: Three TDs vs. UTC and Anearly one-third (31%) of his career rushes have resulted in a TD or first down -- 315 carries with 75 first downs, 20 TDs ... tied for team lead in overall grade (85%) and run grade (79%) while leading the team in pass grade (93%), total knockdowns (100) and plays (647) ... RB Mossis Madu: Scored two touchdowns at Washington. (OUInsider.com)
Downs and distance Nov 21, 2008
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Mailbag: Cowboys need to get on a roll Nov 20, 2008
It is one of those things where they are in downs where they can run or pass and the score is one where they can run or pass, I don't see anyone stopping their run. Coach, which team do you see coming out on top in the NFC Sorth. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Gage coming into his own Nov 20, 2008
Two of those receptions were for touchdowns for his first multi-TD game, and the catches at 56 and 38 yards rank third and fourth in his career ... All the 6-foot-4, 212-pound receiver did was catch 55 passes 45 of those for first downs. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Finding bargains for the home: They can be inexpensive and still perfect Nov 19, 2008
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SD's Super Season Evaporating Fast Nov 19, 2008
--ILB is getting more playing time on running downs. Siler had a big goal-line stop against the Steelers. (ChargersUpdate.com)
Offense needs more plays: Nov 19, 2008
The Chargers can't sustain drives and convert critical 3rd downs;3. The Chargers defense can't get off the field, allowing the opposing offense to get 1st downs at will and get themselves tired in the process. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
NFC North: Packers' defense finds its offense Nov 19, 2008
After posting 956 rushing yards and eight touchdowns last season despite making just seven starts, Grant had been held under 100 yards on the ground in eight of the Packers' first nine games ... Peterson torched Chicago's run defense last year, managing 224 yards and three touchdowns in an October 14 meeting in Chicago ... He compared a fourth-down conversion in opposing territory to getting a turnover, and also said getting first downs will allow his club to run the ball more. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Terps keep Penguins on ice Nov 19, 2008
NO. 9 GONZAGA 80, IDAHO 46: Micah Downs scored 18 points and Austin Daye added 16 as Gonzaga won for ninth consecutive time over the Vandals at Spokane, Wash. Josh Heytvelt added 15 points for the Bulldogs (2-0), who scored the first 17 points of the game. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Loss at Colorado haunts Wildcats Nov 19, 2008
For as much as they prepare for the final game of the season, players have taken inventory of the ups and downs of the recent months. Interestingly, when the Wildcats see the Cyclones at Bill Snyder Family Stadium, it will take at least one player back to last season. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
BC women have sizable edge on HC Nov 19, 2008
Micah Downs led Gonzaga with 18 points. Purdue 78, Loyola of Chicago 46 - The No. 11 Boilermakers (3-0) advanced to the semifinals of the NIT Season Tip-Off, getting 14 points from E'Twaun Moore in West Lafayette, Ind. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
No. 14 Vols rough up Skyhawks Nov 19, 2008
No. 9 Gonzaga 80, Idaho 46: Micah Downs scored 18 points and Austin Daye added 16 as No. 9 Gonzaga blasted Idaho 80-46 on Tuesday night for its ninth consecutive win over the Vandals. No. 11 Purdue 78, Loyola of Chicago 46: E Twaun Moore scored 14 points, and No. 11 Purdue defeated Loyola of Chicago 78-46 on Tuesday night to advance to the NIT Season Tip-Off semifinals. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Illinois (5-6, 3-4) at Northwestern (8-3, 4-3) Nov 18, 2008
He has scored five touchdowns - two rushing and three receiving ... Benn has converted first downs on 50 of his 63 catches (79 ... 4 percent) and is a near-perfect 13-for-14 converting on third downs (92. (Fightingillini.com)
Scouts Buzz: A few things that jumped out from Week 11 Nov 18, 2008
Pennington took what the defense gave him on high-percentage passes, hitting lots of check downs and short option patterns ... Philadelphia The Eagles' defense did a nice job on early downs by putting eight in the box, using some zone-run blitzes and being physical in the trenches to derail the Bengals' ground attack ... At the half, Hill had missed on only two pass attempts and had compiled 192 passing yards and two touchdowns. (ESPN -- Football News)
Four Downs: Manning again pointing hot Colts to playoffs Nov 18, 2008
WEISMAN'S FOUR DOWNS ... By Larry Weisman, USA TODAY Every Tuesday, USA TODAY's Four Downs examines a key moment, trend, performance or stat from the NFL and considers how it will play out the following Sunday ... On Sunday they "held" the San Francisco 49ers to 135 (and three touchdowns) in a 35-16 loss. (USA Today -- Sports)
MacGregor Development files for bankruptcy Nov 18, 2008
The company that developed landmark Cary neighborhoods MacGregor Downs and Lochmere has filed for bankruptcy ... The company has developed some of the area s biggest residential communities, including the high-end MacGregor Downs golf-club community and the 1,400-home Lochmere neighborhood. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Perfect 10: Titans rally past Jags for 24-14 win Nov 18, 2008
At Seattle, Kurt Warner completed 32 of 44 passes for 395 yards his franchise-record fourth straight 300-yard game and J.J. Arrington scored two touchdowns ... Jeff Garcia threw for 255 yards without an interception and scrambled for two first downs on a time-consuming go-ahead field goal drive in the fourth quarter ... Manning took advantage of every opportunity, finished 30-of-46 for 320 yards with two touchdowns, and magnificently mixed the run and pass in the second half when Houston... (Altus Times, OK)
Steelers get points for originality Nov 17, 2008
Manning finished 30 of 46 for 320 yards with two touchdowns and magnificently mixed plays in the second half when Houston couldn't keep pace with the surging Colts (6-4), who rolled up a season-high 474 yards ... Kurt Warner completed 32 of 44 passes for 395 yards - his franchise-record fourth straight 300-yard game - and J.J. Arrington scored a pair of touchdowns as Arizona essentially knocked the Seahawks from their NFC West throne by winning in Seattle for the first time since 2002 ... Jeff... (Boston Globe)
NFL results: Warner’s prolific passing lifts Cardinals to win Nov 17, 2008
SEATTLE - Kurt Warner completed 32 of 44 passes for 395 yards - his franchise-record fourth straight 300-yard game - and J.J. Arrington scored a career-high two touchdowns ... (AP) - Jeff Garcia threw for 255 yards without an interception and scrambled for two first downs on a time-consuming go-ahead field goal drive in the fourth quarter. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
BESTS AND WORSTS: Sunday superlatives Nov 17, 2008
-- Most unlikely scoring flurry: Titans QB Kerry Collins, who had three passing touchdowns through nine weeks, threw three on Sunday and has thrown five in the past two weeks ... The Seahawks got a new set of downs and RB T.J. Duckett rushed for a touchdown that shortened the Seattle deficit to 26-13. (USA Today -- Sports)
Saints breeze past Chiefs for first road win Nov 17, 2008
McAllister tied Dalton Hilliard for first place on New Orleans career list with 53 touchdowns. The Chiefs tied a season-high with 21 first downs. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Forum: The Bird Babe Nov 17, 2008
The two running touchdowns were walk ins. The offense looked okay, LOVED the 3rd down catches by Finneran. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jayhawks tip it off against Roos Nov 17, 2008
The season promises to be full of ups and downs, but in the end, the goals remain the same at history-rich KU.. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Kansas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Week 11: Romo Wrangles Win For Cowboys Nov 17, 2008
He took advantage of every opportunity, finished 30-of-46 for 320 yards with two touchdowns and magnificently mixed the run and pass in the second half when Houston (3-7) couldn't keep up with the Colts ... Garcia threw for 255 yards without an interception and scrambled for two first downs on a long, time-consuming go-ahead field goal drive in the fourth quarter, helping the Bucs defeat the Minnesota Vikings 19-13 on Sunday ... Kurt Warner completed 32 of 44 passes for 395 yards -- his... (Click2Houston, TX)
TOP 25 / No. 3 Gators swamp Spurrier No. 4 Texas routs Kansas to stay in... Nov 16, 2008
Percy Harvin ran for a career-high 167 yards and two touchdowns, Tim Tebow accounted for three scores and No. 3 Florida thrashed 24th-ranked South Carolina 56-6 in Gainesville, Fla ... The Gators (9-1, 7-1 Southeastern Conference) scored three touchdowns in eight plays in the first quarter, capitalizing on three consecutive turnovers by South Carolina (7-4, 4-4), and put the game away when Harvin went 80 yards for a score on the opening play of the third ... Colt McCoy burned the Big 12's worst... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Game Scout: Steelers vs. Bolts Nov 16, 2008
Harris plays on passing downs ... But he has made his receptions count as five of them have resulted in touchdowns. (ChargersUpdate.com)
GAME REPORT: Texas 35, Kansas 7 Nov 16, 2008
The Longhorns, who got 255 yards passing and two record-breaking touchdowns from Colt McCoy, no doubt were glad to see Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing get sacked all the way back to the 18 in the final minute after Kansas had a first-and-goal from the 2. That was our second team,'' said starting linebacker Sergio Kindle. (USA Today -- Sports)
Football: Tigers earn another trip to Big 12 title game Nov 16, 2008
" From the opening kickoff, the Tigers looked like a team that knew what was at stake. Daniel completed his first 16 passes as the Tigers raced to a 31-7 halftime lead. The Tigers had 247 yards of offense and 15 first downs in the first 30 minutes. "One of our goals this week was to come out with a fast start," Daniel said. "We were able to execute at a high level. "We had a great week of practice, especially with our passing game, so I think that's why we were able to come out and complete 80... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Longhorns Win, 35-7, Over Hapless, Injured KU Nov 16, 2008
Six plays later, KU turned the ball over on downs after coming up short on 4th and 2 at the 28 ... KU couldn't find a way to score, even with a new set of downs from the four. (Phog.net)
BlackBerry Storm vs. Apple iPhone: 8 reasons pro and con Nov 16, 2008
I see what the previous poster is saying, but both phones have their ups and downs. If there was one phone that catered to the needs/wants of EVERYONE then we would all have the same thing. (CNNMoney.com)
Horns stay in hunt Nov 16, 2008
- Colt McCoy burned the Big 12's worst pass defense for 255 yards and two record-breaking touchdowns and Texas stayed in the thick of the national championship hunt with a 35-7 win over Kansas ... - Colt McCoy burned the Big 12's worst pass defense for 255 yards and two record-breaking touchdowns and Texas stayed in the thick of the national championship hunt with a 35-7 win over Kansas ... Derrick Williams ran for one score and caught a touchdown pass, Daryll Clark threw for 240 yards and two... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Tigers Sour Cyclones Senior Day Nov 16, 2008
Iowa State was stopped on downs at its own 48 on its next series and Missouri got a field goal as time expired in the first half to make it 31-7 ... "Daniel hit Maclin for a 43-yard strike on the next series but Arnaud responded right back, hitting Collin Franklin from 25 yards out to make it 38-20. Missouri was able to turn another big Maclin, who had 255 all-purpose yards on the night, return into a Jimmy Jackson two-yard touchdown run on the next series, though.Iowa State continued to move... (CycloneNation.com)
Observations From Foxboro: Cassel Rocks Nov 16, 2008
Several times against the Jets, Cassel was able to sense pressure from the Jets pass rush and scramble out of trouble to either run for first downs or buy time for receivers to get open down the field ... Cassel, with more and more confidence in the pocket, led clutch two-minute drills at the end of each half, as the Patriots scored key touchdowns with 15 seconds left in the first half and one second left in the second half ... I think we have confidence in Matt passing on all downs, in all... (PatriotsInsider.com)
Top NCAA Teams Roll In Week 12 Nov 16, 2008
Percy Harvin ran for a career-high 167 yards and two touchdowns, Tim Tebow accounted for three scores and No. 3 Florida thrashed 24th-ranked South Carolina 56-6 Saturday, handing Steve Spurrier his worst loss in 90 games at The Swamp ... No. 4 Texas 35, Kansas 7 Colt McCoy burned the Big 12's worst pass defense for 255 yards and two record-breaking touchdowns and No. 4 Texas stayed in the thick of the national championship hunt with a 35-7 victory Saturday over Kansas ... Derrick Williams ran... (Click2Houston, TX)
Giddens eager for D-League Nov 16, 2008
"I've had my ups and downs through high school and college," Giddens said. "I've started, played, and then not played. The road that I've traveled has had a lot of bumps in it. I'm not saying this is a bump because obviously I'd like to be playing with the Celtics. It's just something I've got to handle right now."I got to do my best to just fight through it. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Fueled by revenge, Trojans trample Stanford Nov 16, 2008
Texas 35, Kansas 7 - Colt McCoy burned the Big 12's worst pass defense for 255 yards and two touchdowns and the fourth-ranked Longhorns stayed in the thick of the national championship hunt by cruising in Lawrence, Kan ... Derrick Williams ran for one score and caught a touchdown pass, Daryll Clark threw for 240 yards and two scores in an uneven outing, and the No. 7 Nittany Lions (10-1, 6-1 Big Ten) held the Hoosiers (3-8, 1-6) to six first downs and 180 total yards ... Boise St. 45, Idaho 10 -... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Football (1) Nov 15, 2008
First downs 23 26. Total Net Yards 375 511. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Bucky BrooksINSIDE THE NFL Nov 15, 2008
7 percent) for 710 yards with six touchdowns and no interceptions in his last three starts ... 6 during that span ranks as the league's third-best, and only Peyton Manning has tossed more touchdowns (7) in the past three games ... The Jets unveiled a hybrid "two-man bracket" coverage in the first half that effectively double-teamed Moss and Welker on passing downs. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Numbers Crunching Nov 14, 2008
The Texans have the league's worst DVOA on third downs, and Indianapolis ranks third in offensive DVOA on third downs ... Greg Camarillo is leading Miami in receiving yards, but the Dolphins have thrown to him 17 times on third or fourth down, and only three of those passes earned a new set of downs ... In eight other games, tight ends playing the Redskins have averaged just 20 yards per game and scored no touchdowns. (ESPN -- Football News)
WEEK 11 PREVIEWS Nov 14, 2008
If QB Eli Manning is forced into long passing downs, he'll leave a few balls up for grabs ... Streaking: Cowboys WR Terrell Owens has six touchdowns in the past three meetings ... Interim coach Tom Cable has taken over play-calling duties for an offense that has just nine touchdowns in nine games. (USA Today -- Sports)
