Martin had 1 touch in the entire 4th quarter...at the 15:00 mark. This guy was your entire offense for 3 quarters, and Koetter completely abandons him. Arguably the most explosive, talented offensive player on the team, and Koetter doesn't let him on the field for an entire quarter down only 9 pts. ARE YOU KIDDING ME!???
I don't care if he was on a pitch count. I don't care if Sims and Rodgers are better pass-catching backs. YOU PUT YOUR BEST OFFENSIVE PLAYER ON THE FIELD AND GIVE HIM A CHANCE TO MAKE A PLAY.
I had to watch Lovie Smith do the same thing. Koetter is no different. He is a one-dimensional coach, and has no idea how to adapt or think outside the box when the going gets tough. Passing situation the rest of the game? Gotta keep Sims/Rodgers in! 4th and 2 and our kicker can't hit the broad side of a barn? Send out the FG unit!
JFC.
