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Probably get different %'s depending on what data source and how they are measuring. Regardless, the Redskins are pretty average in terms of % of passing play calls. It doesn't really matter as I think we all mostly agree that:
1) If you don't have an effective rushing attack, your offense will be one dimensional and easier to stop.
2) You need a bruising rushing attack that can convert 3rd and short and punch it in from inside 10 yards.
3) You need to stick with the rushing attack even when it's not particularly fruitful on a given day.
The Redskins during Gruden's time have not done those 3 things during his first 4 seasons. But it's not because he's 'pass happy'. Some of it's OL play. Some of it's scheme. Some of it's personnel (ie. RB talent). Some of it's lack of defense (getting behind early making it tougher to continue to try and pound the rock). Some of it's QB decisions at the line. And a lot of it is the head coach's philosophy.
1) If you don't have an effective rushing attack, your offense will be one dimensional and easier to stop.
2) You need a bruising rushing attack that can convert 3rd and short and punch it in from inside 10 yards.
3) You need to stick with the rushing attack even when it's not particularly fruitful on a given day.
The Redskins during Gruden's time have not done those 3 things during his first 4 seasons. But it's not because he's 'pass happy'. Some of it's OL play. Some of it's scheme. Some of it's personnel (ie. RB talent). Some of it's lack of defense (getting behind early making it tougher to continue to try and pound the rock). Some of it's QB decisions at the line. And a lot of it is the head coach's philosophy.