All articles tagged with #offense struggles
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye has started the 2026 season slowly, with Week 1 featuring three ill-advised fourth-quarter interceptions and Week 2 ending with a head-scratching interception after a long completion to Romeo Doubs; coach Mike Vrabel brushed off questions about Maye, saying he's focused on winning and won't let reporters ruin his Sunday, even as NE heads into a challenging road stretch.
NC State opened the season with a 34-8 loss at Virginia, as QB CJ Bailey delivered the worst performance of his career (84 passing yards on 12-of-23 with 0 TDs and 2 turnovers, 74.2 passer rating) and the Wolfpack managed only 168 total yards. Virginia piled up 258 rushing yards behind Beau Pribula (9/11 passing for 155 yards and 110 rushing yards). NC State’s defense and play-calling couldn’t slow the Cavaliers, prompting concerns about both personnel and coaching ahead of a two-week gap before the home opener against Richmond.
Dolphins' training camp practice 15 saw the defense take control as the offense struggled: Malik Willis showed accuracy issues with an interception by Jackson Woodard, and backup QB Quinn Ewers also had a tough day in team drills. Rookie Chris Johnson continued to shine in coverage, while De'Von Achane produced a notable 25-yard run. Keith Cooper Jr. and Cam Riley added to the defensive positives, and several players were sidelined or limited by injuries, highlighting ongoing roster competition and continued emphasis on tempo and ball-security from the defense.
Day Seven at Saint Vincent College featured a heavy 11-on-11 session with the offense showing sloppiness—high snaps, miscommunications, and a notably ugly two-minute drill—while injuries mounted to Logan Lee, Eli Heidenreich, Steven Jones, Brandin Echols, Max Iheanachor, and DeShon Elliott. Israel Mukuamu will wear No. 30, and Joe Manganiello was in attendance. Rodgers ran the live periods with Drew Allar and Will Howard rotating at QB. Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren provided some pop in the backfield, Dylan Cook impressed in 1v1s, and Troy Fautanu had multiple false starts. Kaden Wetjen kicked well (5-of-6, long 52). The team may move indoors if rain hits. Overall, a chippy practice that the offense will need to clean up.
South Carolina salvaged a weekend with a doubleheader sweep of Northern Kentucky, but the offense struggled in the series finale and over the weekend, going 4-for-30 with runners in scoring position and 10-for-47 with runners on. Coach Paul Mainieri said the team looked tired after Friday’s 18-inning session and regretted not holding a proper batting practice, hinting at potential lineup tweaks ahead of a doubleheader with Princeton.
The Green Bay Packers are facing significant challenges with their offense's consistency and play-calling, while their defense remains a bright spot. Fans and analysts emphasize the need for strategic adjustments, better execution, and unity to improve their season, especially against divisional rivals. Concerns about personnel, play design, and game management are prevalent, but optimism persists that the team can rebound with proper adjustments.
The Green Bay Packers' offense is struggling, scoring very few points in recent games, leading quarterback Jordan Love to express frustration about letting the defense down, as they prepare to face the Giants.
Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott expressed full confidence in offensive coordinator Joe Brady despite recent offensive struggles, including a 30-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins. McDermott dismissed the idea of replacing Brady and highlighted the team's confidence in his leadership, while acknowledging issues such as turnovers and lack of open receivers. The team faces injuries and other challenges but remains committed to improving their offensive performance.
Syracuse football suffered a 30-13 loss to Pittsburgh, plagued by a non-existent offense, quarterback struggles, and costly mistakes, despite a strong defensive effort with seven sacks and 12 tackles for loss.
Texas's football team narrowly defeated UTEP 27-10, but the offense underperformed with poor play-calling, ineffective passing, and lack of explosive plays, raising concerns ahead of upcoming games. The defense and special teams performed well, but offensive issues remain a concern as Texas moves to a 2-1 record.
The New York Giants opened their season with a 21-6 loss to the Washington Commanders, continuing offensive struggles from last season despite a strong pass rush, and are focusing on moving forward and preparing for the upcoming game against the Dallas Cowboys, with coach Brian Daboll cautious about rushing rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart into action.
The Jacksonville Jaguars and Miami Dolphins held joint practices where the Jaguars' offense struggled with turnovers and line pressure, while their defense dominated, with standout performances from players like Josh Hines-Allen. The practices were intense and physical, ending with both teams eager for the regular season.
Cubs president Jed Hoyer takes responsibility for the risky acquisition of pitcher Michael Soroka, who was recently injured with a shoulder strain shortly after joining the team. The team faces ongoing offensive struggles and division pressure, with questions about their pitching and hitting performance amid injuries and inconsistent results.
Day 10 of Bears training camp revealed offensive struggles with pre-snap penalties and inconsistent play, while the defense impressed with pressure and aggression. The left tackle position remains uncertain, and special teams showed reliability. The upcoming joint practice with Miami will be crucial for final evaluations before the season.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' training camp has highlighted key winners like Jalen Ramsey and Scotty Miller, while revealing concerns about the offensive line and overall offensive performance, with some players like Broderick Jones struggling to make an impact.