The pick that lost the game could have won the game, had the drive continued. I wouldn't gloat too loudly if I were a 9er.
Neither pick was on Stafford. Williams will learn from his moment of infamy, and Van will be on the bench or out of town next time we play.
If both teams are close to full strength when we play them again in their (other) house, we will win decisively.
We beat them in every meaningful statistic this time - except turnovers and final score. They played a near-flawless game to the best of their ability as a well-seasoned team; we came in as an unproven collection of energetic new players thrown together with a fhandful of wise and motivated vets, and despite our predictable level of mistakes, outplayed them for the most part.
When it happens again our coach will be doubly motivated - and our guys will be up to deliver an ass-whuppin'. I can't wait.
