Chapter 1043 The Universe in the Sleeve
Hot. dry. Tight. tired.
Humphrey felt like a dog on a hot afternoon. He was sweating and exhausted. He opened his mouth and stuck out his tongue, gasping for air. His chest was like a bellows, but he still couldn't feel much oxygen. , the entire brain went blank due to lack of oxygen.
Things should not be like this.
Since the beginning of the second half, the morale of the Baltimore Ravens has been rising like a rainbow. Their defensive team is also ready to suppress the Kansas Chiefs again and reverse the situation in one go. As long as the Baltimore Ravens can score another touchdown, the score gap will be shortened to seven points. Then everything is possible.
However, what now?
My mind is in a mess, I can’t think, and I don’t have time to think.
At a certain moment, Humphrey didn't even know what he was doing. He was just running aimlessly on the court. This state was definitely not good.
"Calm down, Malone, calm down!"
Although Humphrey knows that it is always a hard battle when facing Levi; but in today's game, he is full of confidence and is determined to win. The Baltimore Ravens hit a wall head-on, and every time they improved, the Kansas City Chiefs always had the answer and came back with double the force.
If it were Levi, what would he do at this time?
Humphrey tried to draw some inspiration from his best friend.
Then, Humphrey shouted to Ferguson, "Focus, Jay, focus! They are coming!"
Ferguson looked at Humphrey in confusion, Question marks slowly filled his eyes.
But now there is no time for further communication. Ferguson nodded casually, looked forward again, clenched his fists, and encouraged himself——
Remember his ambitions before this year's draft?
He is eager to stand on such a stage, he is eager to collide with top stars like Levi, and he is eager to complete tackles and even sacks on the night game stage.
Now, he has finally experienced a professional competition-level confrontation, so are you scared?
Take a deep breath, and the momentum of a newborn calf that is not afraid of tigers is rekindled. Ferguson awakens passion and blood from his body and refocuses his vision.
Focus. Focus focus focus.
Ferguson found Levi in the crowd.
In this wave of offense, Ferguson and Judon’s defensive task was Levi, but obviously Reid expected this, Levi did not touch the ball even once, and he was splitting and running. It was a cover, with figures all over the court, causing Ferguson and Judon to spin in circles like fools.
But they still couldn't leave Levi alone, they had to concentrate 100%.
Second gear and three codes.
“Attack!”
Mahomes has already announced the kickoff, and neither Ferguson nor Humphrey has time to continue thinking and is once again involved in this offensive storm.
The focus is entirely on Mahomes. Whether it is a non-aggregation offense or continuous accurate short passes, the young quarterback has indeed matured this season, with overall rhythm control, defensive reading and line distribution. It was excellent, calmly suppressing the Baltimore Ravens' defense.
Step back. Step back again.
Hubble sounded the alarm at the first moment, because this wave of offenses were all short passes, and Mahomes often took action after taking a step back.
The main focus is the word "fast".
Now, Mahomes actually stepped back continuously without taking action immediately. His footsteps, movements, and sight were clearly aiming for a long pass.
Moreover, the details also prove this. Hill and Hardman rushed forward vertically along the two sidelines, completely releasing their speed; Watkins and Kelsey deliberately passed in the short passing area. Lingering, trying to attract attention.
Most importantly, Levi has always been there for Mahomes: the sixth offensive lineman.
Damn it! In a flash, Hubble realized that the defense had completely fallen into the Kansas Chiefs' trap.
The Kansas Chiefs used a non-aggregating short passing attack to form a wave, limiting the reaction of the Baltimore Ravens defense. Although the defensive front continued to maintain pressure, Mahomes's quick shots allowed the defensive front to advance. All the steps were in vain, and naturally, the intensity and impact of the defensive front's pressure were weakening.
At the same time, attention shifts towards the short passing area. They must try their best to eliminate the possibility of the Kansas Chiefs continuing to advance after they complete the ball.
In the Kansas Chiefs' offensive rhythm, the shift of attention of the Baltimore Ravens defensive team is inevitable, quietly and naturally.
Then——
“Bang!”
Judging from Mahomes' actions at this moment, it should be a long pass aimed at the end zone. The ultimate goal of this wave of non-aggregation offense was unveiled.
Hubble: Grass.
However, Hubble is now unable to issue instructions and can only watch on the sidelines, hoping that the defensive players can adapt to the situation and bring some surprises.
There is hope, because the Baltimore Ravens defensive front noticed something unusual.
Indeed, in the past three minutes, the Baltimore Ravens have been completely led by the Kansas City Chiefs; but they are a group of experienced veterans, this group of blue-collar players can work hard in the professional league Over the years, everyone has something of their own.
In difficult times and chaos, they will not just sit back and look for opportunities to reverse the situation.
To a certain extent, compared with those top superstars who are aloof, their conscientiousness allows them to stay focused at such moments.
Especially in the Baltimore Ravens, their defensive frontline has twenty years of excellent pedigree. Whether it is rushing the pass or defending short passes, their rich heritage cannot be ignored.
At this time, the defensive frontline noticed the abnormality and reacted reflexively and instinctively——
Step forward. Apply pressure. Raid.
He burst out with incredible strength in an instant, trying to break the balance and reverse the situation.
Because there was no communication with each other, the players acted purely on instinct. At this time, the Baltimore Ravens felt tremendous pressure, and six players actually chose to step forward to put pressure.
In desperate situations, release desperate energy in desperate situations.
Rip, the pocket ripped, Mahomes and Levi exposed.
However, the reaction of the Baltimore Ravens defensive team was still a beat slow. Mahomes moved ahead of schedule and opened the distance early, either mentally or not.
Continuously stepping back to clear the space in front of him, and with Levi's shadowy protection at the same time, Mahomes still continued to move easily and freely, looking for passing targets.
And, at the moment when he noticed that the pocket was torn, Mahomes moved laterally with the ball, actively leaving the area protected by the pocket, and winning a wider passing space.
The defensive secondary took notice, including Humphrey, and they further confirmed Mahomes' plan to target the end zone for a fatal hit.
The question is, is the target of the pass to Hill or Hardman?
However!
That's when Mahomes stepped up.
After crossing the slot, he rushed forward along the vertical direction under Levi's cover, trying to bypass the sacks from the defensive front and complete the breakthrough.
Wait, what's going on?
This offense is not a long pass, but a reading defensive attack? Is Mahomes preparing to run with the ball?
What!
Actually reading the defensive attack?
(End of this chapter)