Chapter 1079 Innocent Angel
Vic Fangio, legendary NFL defensive guru.
Before taking over as head coach of the Denver Broncos this season, he had been in the league for more than two decades——
The Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, San Francisco 49ers, Indianapolis Colts, Houston Texans and other teams have left behind his wealth of wisdom and his insights into NFL defensive tactics. His contribution is far more than just one or two points.
However, what is slightly surprising is that this is Fangio's first time as the team's head coach.
In the conception, such a defensive master has made a significant contribution to the revolution of the entire league's pass defense. Coupled with top players like Von Miller, the Denver Broncos' defense can complete the transformation in the hands of Fangio. Become the foundation and confidence for the Denver Broncos to fight against the league.
With four consecutive losses at the start of the season, it can be considered that the team is still adapting and adjusting; the subsequent two consecutive victories proved that the team is on the right track and gradually showing its power.
As a result, the true colors were revealed in the mercury-laden offense of the Kansas Chiefs.
The key to everything is Levi.
Last week against the Houston Texans, Levi teamed up with Watt to deliver a wonderful peak game that met all the expectations of the fanatical fans.
Come this week, there is no doubt a big question mark as to whether Levi's physical condition can withstand continuous high-intensity confrontation, especially under the test of high altitude in Denver.
And Levi once again delivered a perfect answer.
Fangio's defensive strategy is to "light on the box and focus on the backfield", which can be simply understood as reducing the impact on the quarterback and focusing on marking the wide receiver——
The box mentioned here is the pocket.
Of course, this is not entirely the case. The Denver Broncos still frequently attack the quarterback from the weak side; but overall, Fangio shifts the target from the quarterback to the receiver, unlike the quarterback standing in the pocket protection. , the wide receiver is exposed and can be double-teamed.
Some people believe that sacking the quarterback solves the problem from the root; others believe that targeting the wide receiver solves the problem from the tail.
No matter it is a black cat or a white cat, the one that can catch mice is a good cat.
Such a tactical strategy quickly became popular in a league that held high the flag of passing. When more and more teams focused their salary cap on the quarterback and expected the quarterback to turn the tide, Fangio His defensive tactics found a new way to silence the team——
No matter how good the quarterback is, but the receiver can't control the football, so what?
The Kansas Chiefs are no exception. The strong rise of Mahomes last season took the league by storm, once again proving Reid's ability to train quarterbacks. Although the defending champions still insist on a balance of pass and run, they did open up the passing attack. In this situation, the number of Levi's guest appearances as wide receivers continues to increase.
After all, passing is still the development trend of the entire league.
However, facing Fangio in this game, Reed proved with practical actions that the Kansas Chiefs' offensive tactics are ever-changing and have unlimited possibilities.
With two top players in Mahomes and Levi, Reid suddenly turned the read option offense into a flower.
In the last game, facing the superb Watt, the Kansas Chiefs unfortunately failed to show the power of the read-option offense; in this game, facing Von Miller, whose job is to be a linebacker, logically speaking, he should be better Linebacker Von Miller, who is good at defending read-option offenses, and the cooperation between Mahomes and Levi made Miller feel like he was being played by a cat.
In the whole game, Levi ran and caught the ball for 214 yards. The total yards once again exceeded the 200 mark, and he also had two successful passes -
One pass connected to Kelsey, one pass connected to Mahomes, and the passing success rate was 100%.
"Unbelievable!"
Not only the commentary booth in the live broadcast room, but also the social network was directly affected.
"We have discussed Watt's versatility. He seems to be capable of everything except passing; but now we should discuss the versatility of Watt's best friend Levi. He can run the ball, he can tackle, and he can catch the ball. , he can also pass the ball! ”
"Maybe, he can't play football?"
sensation! Shocking! So vast!
From online to offline, everyone went crazy, not only because Levi once again showed his comprehensiveness, but the key point is - the sense of relaxation.
At a mile high, facing the Denver Broncos led by Fangio, Levi was so relaxed and comfortable, and his leisurely attitude was simply incredible.
"Chiefs Special" exploded with unparalleled power in the seamless cooperation between Mahomes and Levi. Miller was blinded throughout the entire process and ran around in vain.
If Miller rushes toward Mahomes, it's Lee who maintains the ball; if Miller guards Levi, it's Mahomes who holds the ball; if Miller attacks from behind, Mahomes and Levi cover each other and advance on the ground.
The tacit cooperation between the two players has countless combinations, and they can adapt to the situation at any time, which is hard to guard against.
tease.
In a literal sense, Miller was manipulated, and he felt a sense of powerlessness and shame that he had never experienced since elementary school.
In the end, the result of the game was no surprise.
Easily and overwhelmingly, the Kansas City Chiefs swept the Denver Broncos.
After the game, Levi sought out Miller's handshake with a sincere look on his face.
In Miller's view, Levi was provocative, but Levi did not deny it, "You are not so timid that you dare not shake my hand, are you, Mr. the league's number one linebacker?"
The sarcasm, the joking, and the innocence on his face.
Miller exploded.
Miller refused to shake Levi's hand. It took all his strength to control his urge to punch Levi, and turned away angrily.
Rumor has it that the Denver Broncos locker room was a mess and Miller failed to control his temper after all.
Moreover, Miller refused to attend the post-game press conference, and it was team manager John Elway who personally persuaded Miller.
But Elway wasn't sure if that was a good idea, because in the final press conference, Miller uttered a quote that shocked the entire league.
"Levi? I hope he breaks his leg."
The entire audience was silent. It was so shocking and shocking that the reporters forgot how to respond.
In fact, everyone knows that press conferences are just for show. Those ugly and dirty swear words can be left in the locker room. No one wants to expose their ugly and twisted face in front of the public.
However! but!
Miller actually cursed directly like this.
Moreover, Miller couldn't control himself at all. He knew what the media and netizens would say. Levi always played the innocent white rabbit in front of the public.
Hell, that guy is actually the devil, okay?
Then, Miller added another famous saying, "He is no angel."
Reporter: Well, this...
So, how should they respond? What kind of script is this? I have never seen it before.
When the reporter threw Miller's words to Levi, Levi's face was full of sincerity and a heartfelt expression, "Oh, even though I am very, very moved, I still have to reject his confession."
Shi refused.
(End of chapter)