Pastor Dillon Posted December 9, 2022 Share Posted December 9, 2022 7 hours ago, ET80 said: I think that’s not necessarily a fair take - it’s not like those options suddenly become appealing if Tua is 6’ 4” 230lbs. It’s not like Danny Jones would succeed there because he’s 6’ 5” 230lbs (but I think you agree with that - some QBs got it, some QBs don’t, supporting cast goes a long way). I know I’m basically driving the Bryce train since October, but prior to that - I was 100% agreement with the board in regards to his size, I wasn’t a Bryce Young fan at all. I honestly thought Anthony Richardson or Hendon Hooker would pass him as the QB of choice and how Bryce’s size was about to be exploited by that Tennessee D. However - once I actually watched Bryce in that and other games, I saw something that’s beyond his height. I might be on an island here and I could end up wrong (wouldn’t be the first time, as everyone here can attest) but I think Bryce has that elusive “IT” factor that you simply can’t quantify or explain. It seems as if we’re on a collision course to get him at 1.1, so I’ll be proven right or wrong in some capacity. At least this time I won’t have a screen name like BYoung_Texan or something like that. (I totally WOULD rock that name, tbh). What I’m saying is that you just don’t see smaller guys elevate bad teams very often. Guys with size like Burrow and even Jones can survive the growing pains because of their size. I’m afraid Young would end up hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 9, 2022 Share Posted December 9, 2022 On 12/8/2022 at 6:59 PM, Pastor Dillon said: What I’m saying is that you just don’t see smaller guys elevate bad teams very often. Guys with size like Burrow and even Jones can survive the growing pains because of their size. I’m afraid Young would end up hurt. Can we really point to an example of a small QB getting hurt? I understand it in principle, but the only two examples I can think of with QBs who got hurt in this fashion would be two BIG guys - 6’ 4” 240lb Andrew Luck and 6’ 2” 220lb Robert Griffin III. Maybe I’m forgetting somebody? I mean, Drew Brees in San Diego, maybe (but his New Orleans run sort of kills this narrative). I don’t disagree with you in principle, but I think it’s more nuanced: Deshaun was 6’ 3” 220lbs, plenty of size - but he hung onto the ball too long, ran too recklessly when he scrambled and took hits he didn’t have to take, which led to the ACL and the other various injuries. Ditto Kyler - yeah, his size is concerning, but it’s not like his injuries are due to his size. He’s pulling hamstrings frequently (more of a conditioning issue over a size issue) because his first instinct is to run if his first target isn’t open. I’d argue play style is more important than play size. And in that respect, Young isn’t really a runner in that sense - he’s elusive, but he’s surprisingly disciplined in the pocket, feels the pressure and steps in and around to find his extra second or two. He only runs when the defense gives him the yardage and he’s surprisingly adept at getting out of bounds or sliding to avoid hits. I get the concern, but I don’t have it with Young - because he’s got a very advanced sense in the pocket (I actually DO have this concern with Levis and Richardson, taking unnecessary contact). What Bryce can do in the pocket is unique, I’ll say that - but I’m on an island on that (maybe @Marco79 does too). 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Five consecutive games with 28 points and 150 yards rushing for Dallas. Guess it’s safe to say today will be six? *Sigh* Countdown to Bryce continues… 137 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Zeke going for 28 points and 150 on his own today, sheesh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Well, that was quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 This team is straight up counting down until the end of the season. No push up front, no real interest in this game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Oh wow, that’s unexpected! Let’s see what happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Jeff Driskel - RZ QB. You gotta do what you gotta do, I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Quit messing around, give it to Pierce! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Just now, ET80 said: Quit messing around, give it to Pierce! See? TD Texans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaytrajik Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Only 2 wins I wanted was this and Cleveland, at least give us something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco79 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Driskel is fun to watch, which is somewhat depressing to say. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Three and out. So, that’s… something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Wow, great catch… or was it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ET80 Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Yeah, I totally didn’t have a lead on todays’ docket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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