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The online response has been overwhelmingly negative. Several fans expressed embarrassment and frustration, calling for coaching changes and outright criticizing Taylor’s game management.
Broader NFL Context and Comparisons
Interestingly, some analysts drew parallels between Zack Taylor and other coaches under fire, including Bills’ Brian Dayball, suggesting Taylor’s decision to run the ball on second and 10 was the worst coaching mistake of the season. The game served as a stark reminder that in the NFL, strategic errors at critical junctures can derail seasons and prompt managerial upheaval.