BaltimoreSkins
12-29-2020, 04:33 PM
My 2 thoughts for why Fitzpatrick would not be a good fit is that he isnt a quick read/throw guy and he takes chances. With our D, we dont need to press press press on offense as its not a race to the first one to 30 points wins. We can win comfortably and consistently 24-13 vs 37-27. We value possessions, play strong D and we win.
Then I looked up his stats. Fitzpatrick is second in the league in time from snap to throw at 2.2 seconds, behind Big Bens 2.1.
https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2020/passing_advanced.htm
I was a "no to fitz" person 5 mins ago and am now putting his name in the hat with the 15 other options we have.
Interesting plan C if we dont draft a 1st rounder or get a Stafford type guy.
I am probably just gun shy when it comes to drafting a QB based on history I know it needs to be done, I am also wary of giving up draft capital to trade for Ryan or Stafford.
skinsfaninok
12-29-2020, 05:06 PM
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DYoungJelly
12-29-2020, 05:22 PM
All in on going after a QB in FA. Our Defense is good. Windows are short in the NFL without a HOF QB. Always build through the draft, but the time is now!!
Go all in to win in 2021!
Stafford is the prize. Having a defense and a running game is a big incentive for him to sign here. Go go go.
Chief X_Phackter
12-29-2020, 05:28 PM
All in on going after a QB in FA. Our Defense is good. Windows are short in the NFL without a HOF QB. Always build through the draft, but the time is now!!
Go all in to win in 2021!
Stafford is the prize. Having a defense and a running game is a big incentive for him to sign here. Go go go.
I can't do it. That would mean $52+ million tied up in the QB position for 2021 (unless you cut Alex or he retires), not to mention the draft capital and/or players it would take to trade for him.
Can't do it.
AnonEmouse
12-29-2020, 05:36 PM
Surprise - Haskins cleared waivers. :Flush:
AnonEmouse
12-29-2020, 05:42 PM
I can't do it. That would mean $52+ million tied up in the QB position for 2021 (unless you cut Alex or he retires), not to mention the draft capital and/or players it would take to trade for him.
Can't do it.
Even if Smith retires we're tying up too much cap space with his number, Haskins and Stafford, when only 1 would be on the roster. Plus we're talking trade capitol on top. I'd go FA.
Fitz might work for year but I'm coming around to the idea of hoping Smith retires then we go with Tyrod Taylor for a year (or 2) as we're unlikely to get a starter picking bottom half round 1 and I don't agree with trading the farm for the #2 or #3 pick. If a top QB doesn't fall in our lap wherever we pick, I say ride a good FA for a year with this D and see if he's our man next year. I think our starter next year is not currently on the roster.
skinsfaninok
12-29-2020, 05:59 PM
Alex Smith will prob retire
mooby
12-29-2020, 06:08 PM
Alex Smith will prob retire
I hope so. I fear we might have to Polamalu him.
ICYMI, Polamalu says in his new book that the Steelers approached him and told him to retire or he would be cut. Honestly, I can't say I disagree with the method.
skinsfaninok
12-29-2020, 06:12 PM
Smith can barely keep his calf healthy on the same leg he almost lost.. He's had a great comeback story and if he leads this team to the playoffs, that is a great ride into the sunset.
Chico23231
12-29-2020, 06:37 PM
My 2 thoughts for why Fitzpatrick would not be a good fit is that he isnt a quick read/throw guy and he takes chances. With our D, we dont need to press press press on offense as its not a race to the first one to 30 points wins. We can win comfortably and consistently 24-13 vs 37-27. We value possessions, play strong D and we win.
Then I looked up his stats. Fitzpatrick is second in the league in time from snap to throw at 2.2 seconds, behind Big Bens 2.1.
https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2020/passing_advanced.htm
I was a "no to fitz" person 5 mins ago and am now putting his name in the hat with the 15 other options we have.
Interesting plan C if we dont draft a 1st rounder or get a Stafford type guy.
Look at the accuracy %, bad throw % and then the air yards stats between Alex Smith and Fitzpatrick.
That should bring context as what’s being being asked of the QB. The air yards attempt/completions.
It’s really not a comparison, Fitzpatrick blows Alex Smith out the water
Honestly, both working with similar talent too with the pass catchers