Road games in this league rarely turn on talent alone. They turn on who handles the noise, the clock, and the first ten minutes.
1. The first two drives
Scripted plays are where a staff shows what it learned during the week. A clean opening drive takes the crowd out early.
2. Communication in the secondary
Silent counts and hand signals are routine until they are not. Watch for coverage busts on third down.
3. Patience in the run game
The easy mistake on the road is abandoning the run after two stuffed carries. The better offenses keep leaning on it.
