[BostonCard]

I think first and foremost because he knew it was going to work.  The Iowa safeties were cheating up to the run already, so he was pretty sure that they would bite on the fake.  And they absolutely do.  But that sort of thing is only going to happen when you are routinely successful in your bread and butter power running.

Secondarily, it might have been a reward to the players for working hard all year.  I mean, it was fun!

BC

[BostonCard]

I think first and foremost because he knew it was going to work.  The Iowa safeties were cheating up to the run already, so he was pretty sure that they would bite on the fake.  And they absolutely do.  But that sort of thing is only going to happen when you are routinely successful in your bread and butter power running.

Secondarily, it might have been a reward to the players for working hard all year.  I mean, it was fun!

BC