REPLY: The problem we run into on this situation is that the two teams' near term objectives are likely in direct opposition. A wants the game over with so they can go get a shower and celebrate. And they want B to feel the same way. B wants the game to continue in a competitive manner so they might get that last shot to get the ball and possibly score. And they could care less that A wants the game to end. And Jason hit the nail on the head as to where this all comes together. It's with the offensive line--not the defense. If the O-line feels that all they need to do is stand up and B will stop their charge, they might be mistaken. They need to continue to protect the QB.
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Bob M.
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