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Originally Posted by artmonkforhallofamein07
Thanks for the info SS. We all really appreciate the insight.
I definitely like that Gruden is communicating better than Shananhan did.
One thing I would question though is that if Griffin is physically 100% should he not get time to start and learn in w real NFL game?
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I just think that differs for each QB. Some learn well in game situations, some not. Just like any job/talent people learn in different ways. Trial by fire may cause some folks to improve but others to retreat into bad habits. On one hand, RGIII is a smart kid who wants to be the best and maybe can pick up the techniques in game. On the other, he is so talented and athletic, maybe he retreats into "I can use my athleticism to get a better play" rather growing into "I need to make the play called work by doing [X]."
It's like the smart kid who can do the problems with ease but screws up b/c he just doesn't pay attention to the details. I am convinced, RGIII has the ability to excel any system in which he plays. The question to me, however, is can he really get into the nuts and bolts of an NFL offense, the rhythm, anticipation and root mechanics of it, without relying on his freakish athletic ability to ignore these subtleties of the game. Certainly, off the field, he shows the willingness and intelligence to do so, but, in the heat of the moment, can he train his body to do so also.
If the best thing for him is to sit, watch and practice rep, I hope he does so even though I really, really want him on the field. I also hope Gruden is really committed to developing him and investing his own time.
The guy is special in so many ways. I hope Gruden can get him right.
Step One: Build an O-line that is better than average. Next year's draft: Round 1 - Best Safety on the board; Rounds 2-7 O-lineman every damn round and hope one or two stick. (Okay, maybe an ILB to replace Riley/Compton).