"After reviewing the video, it was confirmed that after the offensive team No. 88 completed the ball, he accurately controlled the football before landing. This was a successful catch; at the same time, the defensive team No. 33 failed to touch the ball after landing. To the offensive team No. 88, it was confirmed that no dead ball could be formed. The follow-up advance of No. 88 was legal, and the final dead ball position was..."
Before the referee's decision was over, all the fans in the Candlestick Stadium were already stunned.
Not only because the penalty was in favor of the San Francisco 49ers, but also because Chicago Bears coach Lowe's red flag challenge without regard to sportsmanship was really annoying. The current penalty finally gave the home team a clean slate, whether directly or indirectly. , finally gave Luo Wei a small lesson, just like a slap in the face, thrown back.
As a result, the fans cheered and celebrated wantonly, with shouts, screams, and cheers.
The Chicago Bears coaching staff standing next to the court remained unaffected on the surface. Lowe put on a poker face, folded his hands in front of his chest, and stared deeply at the players on the court, but he did not make any announcement. He didn't lower his head to discuss the tactical command with his colleagues, and his stiff posture still revealed the confusion in his heart.
At the end of the day, this is an away game. Any rash action may trigger a chain reaction for the home team, and even stimulate an overreaction from the fans; for the visiting team, they can't get any benefits, and the only thing they can do is to perform better on the court. , to win.
The red flag challenge failed to succeed, not only losing a timeout opportunity, but also angering the home fans. The game was already difficult, and this challenge pushed them into a darker abyss. Even Lowe was a little overwhelmed. Losing a game is unpleasant enough, but losing to a mortal enemy is even more disgusting.
Now, Lowe is also swearing in his heart, but in order to avoid further putting the Chicago Bears into a disadvantageous situation, he can only keep his mouth shut.
But the nine people at Candlestick Stadium had no intention of letting go of their opponents easily.
"Touchdown!"
"Touchdown!"
"Touchdown!"
The fans in the audience have already started to cheer. This time they are not celebrating for the touchdown, but calling for the home team to complete the touchdown. It is not only a thank you to Logan for his long run, but also a powerful counterattack to the Chicago Bears. Now they have arrived. At the front of the end zone, touchdown is their only goal, no matter what they think.
Now that the Chicago Bears have begun to resort to any means to win, then don't blame the San Francisco 49ers for killing the killer mercilessly.
The mighty roar of support stirred up an unparalleled wave of sound throughout the entire audience.
…
However, standing in the stands of the stadium, Jiang Youning still couldn't relax his brows, "Is Logan going to be okay?"
Austin and Tiffany, who were standing next to them, looked calm. Tiffany patted Jiang Youning's shoulder with a relaxed look, "Growing up, I have suffered countless injuries, big and small, and I have gradually gotten used to it. Logan's reaction just now seemed , it should be fine, don’t worry.”
Jiang Youning felt embarrassed. She could also detect Tiffany's inner irritability and nervousness. She turned around and gave Tiffany a hug, then gently patted the friendly neighbor on the back, "Sorry, we should be the ones comforting her." Why are you all upside down now?"
"That's because you feel sorry for Logan, that's why, isn't it?" Tiffany showed a smile, "Although I am also worried about Logan now, I hope the team can win this game even more, otherwise, Logan It's so sad to work so hard to get to the edge of the end zone and then fall short, isn't it?"
Just like the NFC Finals.
Every one of them needs to grow up, not just the players, but the players' families, all of them. Maybe they will never be able to get used to injuries, but they cannot be defeated by injuries. They must use stronger willpower to overcome those injuries. This is also the essence of the unyielding spirit of competitive sports.
It's very, very difficult though.
Jiang Youning nodded in agreement and secretly clenched his fists, "I hope Lu Ke can cheer up." As parents, they understand the childhood friendship between Lu Ke and Logan better than anyone else.
The pressure Lu Ke was under now was unimaginable to others, but the only thing they could do was to cast their gaze on the back of No. 14 and pray silently.
Jiang Youning also joined in shouting for support, Tiffany also joined in shouting for support, and Austin and Lu Zhengze also joined in shouting for support.
"Touchdown!"
"Touchdown!"
"Touchdown!"
The roar was louder, more violent and more enthusiastic than the previous two successful touchdown celebrations.
…
Logan briefly leaves the game and Vernon returns.
Standing in the pocket of the offensive line, Lu Ke took deep breaths several times in a row. Faced with sudden injuries and accidents, he still lacked enough experience, not to mention that this time it was Logan. His mentality would inevitably change, and his emotions would inevitably change. Ups and downs, he needed to calm down quickly now.
After calming down, Lu Ke bent over and knelt again, ready to kick off.
At this time, the San Francisco 49ers offensive team had reached the three-yard line at the front of the end zone. The Chicago Bears defensive team blatantly compressed and tightened all defensive formations, hoarding heavy troops in a short thirteen-yard space. No corner is airtight.
Generally speaking, the San Francisco 49ers need to set up a formation with four receiving points, pull the routes of the wide receivers and tight ends, forcefully push away the opponent's first-line pressure, and then win the offensive space, whether it is running the ball or running the ball. The same goes for passing.
But in fact, they actually once again set up a two-running back formation and once again showed a strong posture of running the ball. Even the details of the players' positioning were exactly the same as the first two-running back formation, without any changes. Especially after Logan and Vernon exchanged their positions again, the scoring was really accurate.
This...what does this mean?
Is this a retaliation to Lowe’s red flag challenge just now? Or a challenge to the Chicago Bears defense? Or is it a declaration of battle between destined enemies?
The entire defensive team, including Urlacher, Tillman, Peppers and other players, was holding back their energy. The opponent's strategy was clearly looking down on them. After using the same tactics to achieve consecutive breakthroughs in the first two times, they actually still Repeating the same old tricks, this is simply throwing the Chicago Bears defense into the stinking ditch, completely dismissive.
Such a defiant move completely angered all the players on the Chicago Bears' entire defensive team.
If they can, they don't mind changing from rugby to boxing and using their fists to teach their opponents a lesson; the problem is, they can't, so they must now use defense to give a strong response. If they can, they also hope to do more Go further and achieve a reversal victory, leaving a footprint on that proud face.
It's very difficult. However, if this red zone defense can be completed, it will be a start.
"attack!"
At least on the surface, Lu Ke was not affected by Logan's accidental injury at all and announced the kick-off immediately.
Immediately afterwards, Lu Ke could see that the Chicago Bears defensive team sent six players to press forward collectively, rush into the offensive line, and launch a ground attack defense; the other five players were completely scattered, in a limited area, with the number of players The advantage cuts off all running routes for the three receivers.
At this moment, Marcus, who was on the right side of Lu Ke, was the first to make a change - a different change from the same formation as the previous two times. He bypassed Boone with light steps and ran out of the slot. He had already entered the end zone as soon as he took a step forward, then turned around and made a catching gesture.
This time, Peppers was not fooled and completely ignored Marcus' rush, concentrating on continuing to rush the offensive line and completing his job dutifully, while Marcus handed over to the second-line defensive players behind him.
Then Pipes broke through Boone's defense and appeared in the pocket again, but then he saw:
Not only did Lu Ke not run away, but he also took the initiative to greet him?
Is this a self-inflicted trap?
Wait, no, Lu Ke lowered his center of gravity and assumed a collision posture with slumped shoulders. This is... is this a pick-and-roll?
Lu Ke? Pick and roll?
For everyone in the league who is familiar with the San Francisco 49ers, this is an extremely ridiculous scene; but Peppers has made preparations in advance. He knows that Lu Ke served as a sparring player in college and his collision skills are the best. He is definitely not to be underestimated. Even if he is not outstanding, at least he is not a complete layman.
This also means that Lu Ke deliberately took the initiative to complete the pick-and-roll.
Peppers reacted immediately, looking up and down quickly, especially the position of his hands, and then made an instant judgment: first, Lu Ke didn't have a football in his hands at all; second, Lu Ke didn't have one just now. Make a passing motion. This also means——
Football is on...Frank Gall!
This is a running ball! This is actually a running ball! After three consecutive double-running back formations, he actually chose a running tactic! Smoke bombs, smoke bombs, finally deceived the Chicago Bears.
But knowing that he had been "cheated", Pipes didn't have any worries, and instead became happy. Because the Chicago Bears' frontline defense is tight enough, even with a huge crowd of people, the ground defense will definitely not leave too many opportunities to take advantage of. Whether it is a frontal breakthrough or a breakthrough from both sides, Gall does not have many opportunities!
This is called getting what you want!
Peppers' footsteps and movements became more and more brisk, and he proactively approached Lu Ke. He followed Gower's movements closely from the corner of his eyes. In his mind, he could already picture Gower hitting the wall and falling down. Even being pushed back to the scene of losing yards, he bypassed Lu Ke with a light step, and then rushed towards Gao Er.
He was ready to show off his power after Gower fell to the ground.
