What is the status of Austin Corbett and when is he set to return?
We're pleased to announce that Austin Corbett has been activated from the Injured Reserve and is set to start this week against the Dolphins. Austin is a key component of our offensive line, and having him back in the lineup is a significant boost for us.
His experience and skill set are invaluable, especially in our run-blocking schemes and pass protection. He's been working hard to get back to full strength, and our medical team has cleared him for game action.
Austin's return couldn't come at a better time as we look to get back on track and put together a strong performance against the Dolphins. His leadership and presence on the field will be a welcome addition, and we're excited to see him back in action.
We're optimistic that Austin's return will have a positive impact on our offensive performance and provide a lift for the entire team as we head into this crucial stretch of the season.
Over your career, what makes a team better at not turning the ball over as the season goes along? What kind of things you need to emphasize? How much of it is coaching? How much of it is a mental part? Physical part?
Certainly, that's a great question. Reducing turnovers is a multi-faceted approach, and it's something that we emphasize from day one of training camp. It's a combination of coaching, mental preparation, and physical execution.
From a coaching standpoint, we drill into our players the importance of ball security, whether it's a quarterback making the right reads or a running back holding onto the football. We spend a lot of time in practice on specific drills that focus on protecting the ball. We also review film to identify any bad habits or tendencies that could lead to turnovers.
Mentally, it's about making smart decisions. That comes with experience and understanding the game situation. Are we in the red zone? Is it third down? What's the game clock? All these factors play into making the right decision that won't jeopardize the team by turning over the ball.
Physically, it's about fundamentals. Proper hand placement when carrying the ball, securing the catch before running, and quarterbacks knowing when to throw the ball away instead of forcing a pass into tight coverage. These are skills that can be honed through repetition and focus.
So, it's a blend of all these elements. As the season progresses, you hope to see fewer turnovers because that means the team is gelling, understanding the system better, and players are becoming more aware of what they need to do to protect the football. And yes, as a coach, it's incredibly rewarding to see that progress over the course of a season.
The offense in general is having a bit of a slow start, but it’s early and there’s still a lot of talent on that side of the ball. So is your thought process that it’ll work itself out and the points will come or do you feel like you need to change something, fix something?
That's a fair assessment. Yes, our offense has had a bit of a slow start, but it's important to remember that we're still early in the season. We have a lot of talent on that side of the ball, and we're confident that as we get more games under our belt, things will start to click.
That said, we're not just sitting back and waiting for it to "work itself out." We're actively identifying areas where we can improve. Whether it's play-calling, execution, or individual performances, we're leaving no stone unturned in our quest to get this offense firing on all cylinders.
We've been looking at film, making adjustments in practice, and tweaking our game plans to better suit our players' strengths. It's a collaborative effort between the coaching staff and the players to get things on track.
So, to answer your question, it's a bit of both. We believe the talent is there, and the points will come, but we're also proactive in making the necessary adjustments to expedite that process. We're committed to getting this right and are optimistic that you'll see a more potent offense in the games to come.
