Reading the defense is the most basic and important job of a quarterback. It is not just a temporary reaction on the field. There is also a lot of preparation work that needs to be completed before the game.
In the past ten days, the team has repeatedly analyzed the tapes of the Seattle Seahawks' four preseason games; not only that, Lu Ke also spent extra time analyzing the Seattle Seahawks' games last year with Kip. Video.
These homework were complicated and trivial, long and heavy, but now, he realized at a glance——
The Seattle Seahawks set up a pass defense formation!
This is the first offense of the entire season. Every team is groping and exploring; at the same time, every player is also excited and adapting. The burst of adrenaline may put the players into the state immediately, but it may also make them nervous. The offensive team, the defensive team, the special teams team, it's all the same, and even the coaching staff is no exception.
Therefore, the Seattle Seahawks chose the most disciplined and conservative defensive formation.
Above the defensive front, there are three in the front and four in the back, which means that three players will launch a surprise attack, tear the offensive line apart, and put pressure on the quarterback; the four players will wait for the opportunity to either help defend against running the ball or defend. Of course, a short pass can also bypass the offensive line, make a big circle, and sack the quarterback.
In the second half of the second line of defense, there are two safeties and two cornerbacks, but their positions are clearly divided. The safety guard stands behind the center line of the field, while the cornerback stands on the 30th corner of the 49ers half. The five-yard position means that they are wary of the possibility of long passes, but the entire defensive focus has moved forward, with the emphasis still on mid-passes.
Summary: This is a pass defense that focuses on the defense of short and intermediate passes; weakening the strength of the blitz, not rushing to pressure the quarterback, but guarding against running the ball, and then accumulating strength in the first half.
Peter Carroll was so cautious not because he was afraid of Lu Ke, on the contrary, but because he despised Lu Ke.
Even after going through the rookie training camp, they still didn't think Lu Ke was qualified for the position of a professional quarterback.
Lu Ke didn't know the reason why the Seattle Seahawks chose to interview him. Maybe it was just to try his luck; but what is certain is that when their quarterback coach Carl Smith made rude remarks, no one else said anything. Prevent. This also means that deep down, they always have doubts about Lu Ke's ability.
However, only they themselves know whether it is a question of ability or a question of race.
Now, this kind of doubt is also reflected in today's first defense. They concentrated all their firepower on running ball defense and pass defense, and even didn't bother to raid, and opened up most of the backcourt. It seems to say:
Do you dare to pass it on?
I caught a figure in my peripheral vision, Richard Sherman.
As a cornerback, he was wandering near the center line of the court, running happily, his frivolous movements like a clown - not funny, but provocative; noticing Lu Ke's gaze, he raised his right hand and raised his hand. He raised his thumb and slowly slid it across his neck, making a motion of slitting his throat and beheading his head. Then he lowered his head in an exaggerated manner and stuck out his tongue.
The clown's arrogant appearance didn't seem to take Lu Ke seriously at all.
But then, Richard concentrated all his attention and his eyes became sharp: In the rookie training camp, Lu Ke completed the pass over his head three times, taking away all the light. He thought this was It was a huge humiliation, and it even affected his draft round and position.
Now, it's finally time to prove myself. He will never let down his guard, and he will never give that guy any chance!
Lu Ke licked his lips gently, as if he could taste the taste of blood. Not only did he not flinch or be afraid, but he became even more excited. Even if you defeat an opponent who is like a dead fish, you will not feel any pleasure. It is like taming a horse. Only by taming the wildest and most unruly wild horse on the grassland is the most fulfilling.
The breeze blew slowly. Less than thirty seconds after he came on stage, Lu Ke's forehead was already dripping with sweat. However, his eyesight did not waver or hesitate at all. He was like a radar, searching and exploring inch by inch. .
The advantage of height allows him to have a panoramic view of the defensive formation from a high position; the boring video time allows him to capture details more keenly and intuitively, even the position and habits of each player; the fingertips are slightly moist, and they have always been He had never felt nervous before, but now he felt a little nervous.
But, this is just a fleeting thing.
In the first offense, Jim Hubble was also groping, testing, and being conservative. Just now, the tactic Jim deployed was a pistol formation: running the ball or short passing, which has different possibilities and leaves room for maneuver. As the game progresses, the tactics in my mind will gradually become clear.
But now, Lu Ke has caught the opportunity of a long pass. Now is the test moment. Is he a hero or a bear? Is it a wise plan or an impulsive choice?
With one breath and one breath, Lu Ke took two big steps forward and loudly commanded, "Hawaii! Hawaii! Hawaii!" He shouted three times in a row, but in fact these three times were meaningless. He just informed his teammates. : Attention, tactical changes!
Jim, who was standing on the sidelines, looked surprised and quickly discussed with Craig, Kip and others: What's going on? what happened?
However, the situation on the field changes rapidly. Even if the coaches are standing on the sidelines, they still cannot capture the situation in the quarterback's field of vision. The coach is responsible for calling the plays, but the final decision rests with the quarterback.
Lu Ke, however, was focused and focused, and was not affected at all.
"Aloha! Aloha!" Lu Ke followed up with another series of commands. This series of commands was to warn the offensive line. Press on, press hard. Don't worry about the danger of a surprise attack. Then he said "Cherry" in between. ”, followed by another string of “Aloha!”
After repeating this twice and making sure that all the receiving players heard the "Cherry" slogan, Lu Ke shouted "Hawaii" again. At this time, the password had a profound meaning. Then, Lu Ke confirmed the last word with his eyes. Password——
Three wide receivers and a tight end have their sights taken care of. However, only they themselves understand the deeper meaning.
Obviously, the slogans in professional arenas are much more complicated.
No one questions Lu Ke's decision. On the field, they must trust the quarterback. Otherwise, the result can only be failure.
After modifying the password, Lu Ke quickly returned to his original position, still in pistol formation, four yards away from center Jonathan Goodwin, and running back Anthony Dixon stood three yards behind Lu Ke. Always ready to start, sprint, and break through.
From the corner of his eyes, he glanced at the countdown card at the end of the opposite end zone, "Five, four..." In the first attack, they had almost delayed the entire time limit, but Lu Ke was not nervous at all and raised his right leg. Bend down, stretch out his hands, get ready to catch the ball, and then give the command immediately and decisively:
"Kick off, kick off, kick off. Attack!"
Jonathan suddenly threw the football and landed it firmly in Lu Ke's hands. Lu Ke quickly retreated and ran behind him. From the corner of his vision, he could see Anthony sprinting up, but Lu Ke did not pretend at all. The intention of handing over the ball is just to bypass Anthony, allowing Anthony to cut into the gap between him and the offensive line, blocking defensive players who may break through the line.
Turning around, the entire stadium is open and vast, and the view is extremely clear.
Sure enough, the Seattle Seahawks had only three players to conduct a surprise attack, and three of them were strictly blocked from the offensive line. The last four frontline defensive players keenly sensed the opportunity, and one of them bypassed the offensive line and tried to sack Lu. Ke, while the other three players began to swim with vigilance——
There was no surprise attack, but a defensive covering approach, keeping all short passing areas airtight, just like a minesweeper area, full of mines.
Lu Ke quickly retreated, and the distance between him and the offensive line widened to about eight or nine yards. There was enough space. Nearly half of the defensive players were defending the mid-pass and short-pass areas. This not only left Lu Ke Plenty of observation time, and it also frees up the offensive space in the second half of the court.
"Bang! Bang bang!" The sound of impact continued, and the tension on the entire stadium reached its extreme. Adrenaline was unleashing like a fireworks display. Lu Ke became calmer and calmer, keenly smelling the absolute danger. A good fighter, with steady steps, calm arms and sharp sight.
Among the players, he then saw Logan Newman.
Logan was running, running fast, with the number eighty-eight in sight.
A safety guard on the defensive team was following his footsteps closely, but he did not dare to accelerate at full speed. He kept looking back and looking at the quarterback's potential passing route; another cornerback was also in the wide space. He is constantly moving. As long as Lu Ke passes the ball, he will make up for it. The distance between him and Logan is about six or seven yards.
However, Logan, who was focused and single-minded, was not disturbed at all. He ran faster and faster, and ran harder and harder, without even the intention of turning back.
"The opportunity has come!" Lu Ke captured Logan's position and the surrounding defense situation, calculated the time and distance, and saw the outside linebackers approaching from the corner of his eyes. He knew that he could no longer wait and observe. .
So, he made a small adjustment and moved slightly to the left. The running back Anthony who switched positions now took on the task of sniping, rushing towards the rushing outside linebacker, leaving more passes for Lu Ke space.
Just this moment of obstruction is enough.
Two long strides forward, the arc of the arms stretched to the extreme, the biceps, forearms, wrists, the force penetrates to the end, like a six-meridian sword, the deep and powerful explosive power is all poured into the rugby ball. ; Twist your waist, send it forward suddenly, raise your hand, draw the bow, and shoot the eagle!
With a "swish" sound, the football drew a parabola and flew out.
