In his conference call with the local media on Monday following the Saints Week 12 loss to the Rams, Sean Payton talked about offensive rhythm. Or, rather, the lack of it. And it was a head-scratcher of a game as far as play calling went.
There are many in the media who will defend the play calling of Sean Payton regardless of results. It’s a constant debate on Twitter, on message boards. But Payton can be a very Jekyll and Hyde sort of coach when he’s calling plays.
It’s been pointed out on several occasions that Payton will sometimes go into a mode where it’s more about being the “smartest guy in the room”.