Because of all the interest in this thread, I've place all of the video content of Patrick Mahomes II's college career, and draft day goodness into a single post that can be found here. Enjoy! [Reply]
Love everything Detox said... agree thoroughly. I think you're right about the zone defenses being his main hurdle. I'd probably throw disguises into that as well, as he likely hasn't seen much of that to date.
That's what the developmental window is for, though. He should have ample time to learn on the practice field/preseason before it's time to let the beast loose. [Reply]
If he's the backup and running scout team practices for an entire season, I think he'd become pretty damn familiar with the most complicated shit NFL defenses have to offer. Bob Sutton's defense is often just as complicated as Andy Reid's offense. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Detoxing:
A proper drop back leads to better timing. The preseason game demonstrated that his drop backs are a non issue. His timing will continue to improve has he becomes quicker in his ability to diagnose coverage.
When a QB is flushed out of the pocket all that footwork talk goes to shit. Generally when running towards the sideline QB's don't have time to stop and set their feet. That ability to throw on the run is pure natural ability.
He played from the shotgun every snap dumbass. [Reply]
Originally Posted by RealSNR:
If he's the backup and running scout team practices for an entire season, I think he'd become pretty damn familiar with the most complicated shit NFL defenses have to offer. Bob Sutton's defense is often just as complicated as Andy Reid's offense.
Yep they also make you go wtf are you doing with Houston covering Brown 50 yards downfield [Reply]
Originally Posted by penbrook:
Ike Taylor makes a good point by saying we should settle down on the QB rookies so far. Said it was JV vs JV. He wants to see them vs starters. That's why thethird preseason game will be big. Most of the starters go into the third quarter. Sometimes the 4th
Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO:
The difference between that play and most throws across the body is that he planned that play out totally. He orchestrated it.
Most times they are on the fly, last second desperation heaves. (Not game time, play last second)
He faded towards the sideline calmly and told the wr right where he wanted him and then when the defenders strung out he found a lane to that spot.
He made that play. That's what a lot of veterans can't even do.
Originally Posted by penbrook:
Yea. He was 7/9 49 yards. That's a Alex Smith stat! However he did have a bad throw to Escobar which was high and another bad throw on the run to Dieter
I don't think they were bad throws. I think they were great safe throws. Both put in a spot where only the receiver "could" make a play on it, but there's no chance for the D. If your guy makes the play though, yards.
