October 19, 2009

Lambeau is on the short list of venues that will forever be recognizable in sports, very similar to Wrigley Field or Joe Louis Arena.  There is an indescribable feeling when you step foot on those grounds, and those who have know what I mean.  I remember my first time going there, last year, the last game of the year.  It was miserably cold, but the faithful showed up in full support of a team that was 5-10.  Needless to say it left a lasting impression on me.

Enough about Lambeau Field and its greatness though, the reality is we are 1-5 heading into the bye.  The bye comes at a good time for us, as we are banged up at various positions and can utilize a week off.  The bye is always a chance to evaluate where you are as a team, and the corrections that need to be made.  So our week will consist of doing those things and then getting a head start on St. Louis.

Back to Sunday, it was nice to play, but not so nice walking away without any points.  I saw Daunte pull up when he scrambled, and my immediate reaction was to get loose, because it looked like his hamstring.  In that situation, you do not have time to stop and think, just merely react and that is what I did.  I had a couple warm-up throws as Daunte handed the ball off one more time and then I went in. 

We did not have success my first drive, and I almost got Bryant killed in the process.  After apologizing and warming up more, all I wanted to do was go back out there and move the ball on offense. 

In the end, I felt like I did some good things, but throwing two interceptions is something that leaves a bad taste in my mouth.  The game definitely seems to be slowing down for me in comparison to last year.  Because in reality, that was the last time I worked with the first unit in a game situation. 

Looking back, I think that is attributed to a couple of things, first, just simply playing and getting more reps this year than I ever have.  Second, is my comfort level with the offense.  I wasn't at the line of scrimmage second guessing myself. 

Who knows how many opportunities I will get in this league, but I will always be prepared and do my best.  At the end of the day, those are the things that matter to me. I have yet to see the film, as I am about to head into the facility right now.  So I will withhold further judgment until after I see the film.

Drew Stanton is a quarterback with the Detroit Lions. His blog for www.playerpress.com runs at www.drewstanton.com. Follow him on Twitter at www.twitter.com/drewstanton.