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We don't practice fucked
1 pts 2 months ago · chess · decision theory
Ron Jaworski observed Peyton Manning taking every single snap during Colts practice at Lucas Oil Stadium. The team literally did not practice backup quarterback scenarios. Manning's iron-man approach meant no other QB received reps—the Colts simply didn't prepare for their franchise player being unavailable. This extreme reliance on one player, while maximizing Manning's preparation, left the team vulnerable if he couldn't play. The title captures the philosophy: they practiced only for success scenarios, never for when things go wrong. Manning's durability made it work, but it was organizational risk by design.