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Bombers offensive co-ordinator Jason Hogan: we need to get more production.<\/p>\n
Hogan explained his self-critique is based on objective data, not public opinion. While he appreciates the passion of Winnipeg\u2019s fanbase, it\u2019s the Xs and Os that tell the real story.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou go back and look at the stats, go back and look at what\u2019s working versus what the defence is giving you,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n
Hogan also acknowledged the recent struggles his offence is having in the second half of games, which has made up a large part of the frutsration by the team\u2019s faithful in recent weeks. In their last two games, the Bombers have carried leads into halftime, only to see that edge slip through their fingers.<\/p>\n
Against the Ottawa Redblacks last week, the Bombers led 20-3 at the break, only to be outscored 24-10 in the second half, resulting in a narrow three-point win. The Bombers weren\u2019t as lucky the previous week, losing to the Calgary Stampeders, 28-27, after squandering a 23-16 lead through two quarters.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe just need to get more production, stay on the football field long as we can,\u201d Hogan said.<\/p>\n
When asked why that wasn\u2019t happening, Hogan pointed to the opposing defence making stops and the Bombers not executing as well as they should. However, he maintained that the team is doing a good job of sticking to its offensive script, adjusting only when the defence makes changes.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf they\u2019re not adjusting anything defensively, we\u2019re going to go ahead and run our plays, the same plays, just mix it up, move some guys around, that sort of stuff,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n
When asked to grade the offence\u2019s performance so far this season, Hogan was less concerned with a specific grade and more focused on continuous improvement. The Bombers, through 11 weeks, rank middle of the pack in almost every offensive category, including net offence and offensive points scored.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs long as we\u2019re not repeating mistakes and we\u2019re getting better, that\u2019s all that matters,\u201d Hogan said.<\/p>\n
YOUNGER HAPPY TO HAVE HOUSTON BACK <\/p>\n
Bombers defensive co-ordinator Jordan Younger expressed his excitement with the return of veteran defensive back Demerio Houston, citing his experience and playmaking ability as a major asset given the team\u2019s current injury situation.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m happy to have him,\u201d Younger said. \u201cWe\u2019ve been going through some injury situations, and to be able to pick up a DB that has that type of experience\u2026 we\u2019re very fortunate to have him.\u201d<\/p>\n
When asked about off-field concerns and public perception \u2014 Houston was signed following a domestic violence charge that was later dropped \u2014 Younger was steadfast in his response, repeatedly stating: \u201cHe\u2019s been cleared of all the charges and we\u2019re going to proceed that way.\u201d<\/p>\n
He also vouched for Houston\u2019s character, describing him as an easy going guy who has always been polite and respectful in the locker room. Younger confirmed the timing of the signing was a direct result of the team\u2019s immediate need for depth.<\/p>\n
THE POWER OF A GOAL-LINE STAND <\/p>\n
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Younger cited a recent goal-line stand against the Redblacks in the first half as a powerful example of the team\u2019s progress and a moment that reinforces his coaching philosophy.<\/p>\n
Following a defensive pass-interference call in the end zone, the Redblacks had three attempts to punch the ball in from Winnipeg\u2019s one-yard line. Three times they failed, with linebacker Tony Jones stuffing short-yardage quarterback Dustin Crum on the final try for a tunrover on downs.<\/p>\n
Younger explained these moments validate the message he consistently delivers to his players: \u201cAll you need is one more play to make a difference.\u201d<\/p>\n
He said the stand proved to the players if they \u201clock into what we\u2019re supposed to do, we can make those type of plays.\u201d He added that his job as a coach is to simplify things and make those plays as easy as possible through film study and preparation.<\/p>\n
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