1.   And, the Revolution have evolved to the point where they understand the importance of a possession game.

2.   Boston battled back in the fourth quarter, making it a one possession game late.

3.   Coach Fernando Clavijo is stressing a possession game, and the Revolution appear comfortable with the philosophy.

4.   D.C. United abandoned the possession game, though the midfield continued to dazzle, and Arena sent in Tony Sanneh and Shawn Medved as substitutes.

5.   If Payton wants a possession game, he might be able to get it.

6.   Instead of attacking the way a hockey team would, knocking the puck into the corners and digging it out, he employed a more sophisticated possession game.

7.   The Cowboys excel at the possession game.

8.   The Broncos seldom have had outstanding running backs to grind out a possession game or a defense to complement his high-powered offense.