49ers vs. Redskins Game Day Thread

[GusFrerotte]

Originally Posted by IrMitchell

Oh I understand that, but his weak delivery.. Poor reads, terrible pocket presence and did I mention weak delivery??

Only thing that I like about him is that he's not throwing the ball carelessly.

I know, I know, but he isn't Peyton Manning or even Tom Brady. He could turn out to be another Joey Harrington, etc, but ever see Terry Brashaw his first couple seasons? He was routinely booed. Not saying Blaine is going to be a great QB after season 3, he just might end up like poor Beck, but he is a rook, and some of these guys have long adjustment times. All his problems can be rectified in the offseason.

[IrMitchell]

Originally Posted by GusFrerotte

I know, I know, but he isn't Peyton Manning or even Tom Brady. He could turn out to be another Joey Harrington, etc, but ever see Terry Brashaw his first couple seasons? He was routinely booed. Not saying Blaine is going to be a great QB after season 3, he just might end up like poor Beck, but he is a rook, and some of these guys have long adjustment times. All his problems can be rectified in the offseason.

Ok very true, I guess I'm just not very optimistic with Gabbert.

[GusFrerotte]

Originally Posted by IrMitchell

Ok very true, I guess I'm just not very optimistic with Gabbert.

Not saying you are wrong IR, Blaine could very well end up a dud, but most rook Qbs need to adjust to the pro game. At Mizzou he was on a very good squad that just couldn't compete with OU and OSU. NCAA the offense still has somewhat of a speed advantage that in the NFL practically isn't there anymore. He gets used to the speed of the game, and works out in the offseason in the gym and with the coaches/trainers, he might be a better QB in 2012. Then again, he might not have it to be a true NFL starter like you surmise.