Why The Saints Fumbled

While I think many can argue that the double reverse was a bad play-call for the Saints to run at that time, the play itself wasn't the reason for the fumble. Teams execute that play quite often, in fact. What really caused that fumble, which can be verified by watching that play closely, was Gaines Adams forcing the LT into the path of the receiver. Gaines shoved that LT back so fast, than Devery Henderson had to run a little wider than normal, and it forced Bush to slow up a little just before he tossed the ball back.

That one moment led to a fumble that the Bucs' defense was able to pounce on, giving the Bucs an opportunity to win the game, which they did. Adams had another stellar day against the Saints, getting a sack against the least sacked QB in the league. His ability to continually chase backs down from behind continues to impress me. Adams' other big play came when he beat the RT and quickly converged on Brees, who stepped up right into Barber's hands. Many thought Adams was a bust in process, but he's clearly coming on strong and starting to consistently make plays. We should see him rack up another 3 or 4 sacks in the remaining 4 games and continue to rack up tackles. As his numbers, and effort, will show at the end of the season, he's clearly not a bust. If he comes back next year and gets consistent pressure while maintaining his run responsibilities, he could be a great one next season and beyond.