Who do you want to start at QB?

irish · 08-26-2011, 07:38 AM

I think these guys are pretty even (accuracy, arm strength, system knowledge) but in the end I like Rex's experience. While he may not have lead Chicago to the SB, he was there are played in that and other big playoff games. You cant get that experience watching film.

SOUL-SKINS · 08-26-2011, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by irish

I think these guys are pretty even (accuracy, arm strength, system knowledge) but in the end I like Rex's experience. While he may not have lead Chicago to the SB, he was there are played in that and other big playoff games. You cant get that experience watching film.

But you can't discount Becks mobility. That's huge.

irish · 08-26-2011, 08:45 AM

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But you can't discount Becks mobility. That's huge.

Mobility is much more important in college, pro QBs need to be be able to move a couple steps side to side and deliver an accurate ball. I'll take accuracy over mobility any day and I think Rex is a bit more accurate.

SOUL-SKINS · 08-26-2011, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by irish

Mobility is much more important in college, pro QBs need to be be able to move a couple steps side to side and deliver an accurate ball. I'll take accuracy over mobility any day and I think Rex is a bit more accurate.

Absolutely being accurate is more important. I was just pointing out another strong suit of Becks game. Right now if I had to chose. I'd go with Grossman to start.

Lotus · 08-26-2011, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by irish

Mobility is much more important in college, pro QBs need to be be able to move a couple steps side to side and deliver an accurate ball. I'll take accuracy over mobility any day and I think Rex is a bit more accurate.

I'm not sure that the gap in accuracy, if there even is one, is as great as the mobility gap between Beck and Grossman.

MTK · 08-26-2011, 09:37 AM

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I'm not sure that the gap in accuracy, if there even is one, is as great as the mobility gap between Beck and Grossman.

Totally agree.

Not sure I see any difference in accuracy actually. Beck's throws are pretty spot on and he's got some underrated zip too.

I think Beck's athleticism really gives him the advantage, he can really sell the boot action stuff the Shanahan's love to run, and he's a legit threat to take off for a few yards if needed.

Longtimefan · 08-26-2011, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by irish

I think these guys are pretty even (accuracy, arm strength, system knowledge) but in the end I like Rex's experience. While he may not have lead Chicago to the SB, he was there are played in that and other big playoff games. You cant get that experience watching film.

Here's an article you can savor.

Rick Snider: Grossman seems to take lead | Rick Snider | NFL | Washington Examiner

I've said all along, put John Beck out there and let him play. He hasn't been spectacular, but he has not been a disappointment either.

skinsfaninok · 08-26-2011, 07:52 AM

Beck is more athletic and can run that's a big factor

Lotus · 08-26-2011, 08:14 AM

I'm with those who see the competition as essentially even. That said, I think Beck offers greater mobility and has greater potential upside. Rex is not going to get much better; Beck might. So save a place for me on the Beck bandwagon.

skinsfaninok · 08-26-2011, 08:17 AM

^ agreed

SmootSmack · 08-26-2011, 08:50 AM

Rex starts the road games. Beck starts the home games...problem solved

MTK · 08-26-2011, 09:28 AM

Shanahan doesn’t see separation at quarterback | ProFootballTalk

jonny5dicky · 08-26-2011, 10:38 AM

Grossman threw 7 touchdown passes in 3 games last season on a sort of bad Redskins team last season. That's on pace for over 30 touchdown passes a season, and I think he can keep that pace especially with having the familiar target of Gaffney to throw to. Gaffney is a very underrated receiver that does everything right, and sorry for all the Grossman praise but I have a gut feeling that the Redskins success will mold together with him under center.

MTK · 08-26-2011, 10:39 AM

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Grossman threw 7 touchdown passes in 3 games last season on a sort of bad Redskins team last season. That's on pace for over 30 touchdown passes a season, and I think he can keep that pace especially with having the familiar target of Gaffney to throw to. Gaffney is a very underrated receiver that does everything right, and sorry for all the Grossman praise but I have a gut feeling that the Redskins success will mold together with him under center.

Along with 4 picks and 4 fumbles, but yeah let's just leave that part out.

NC_Skins · 08-26-2011, 10:52 AM

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Along with 4 picks and 4 fumbles, but yeah let's just leave that part out.

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08-26-2011, 07:38 AM	#1
irish Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 4,575	Re: Who do you want to start at QB? I think these guys are pretty even (accuracy, arm strength, system knowledge) but in the end I like Rex's experience. While he may not have lead Chicago to the SB, he was there are played in that and other big playoff games. You cant get that experience watching film.

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Lotus Fire Bruce NOW Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 11,434	Re: Who do you want to start at QB? I'm with those who see the competition as essentially even. That said, I think Beck offers greater mobility and has greater potential upside. Rex is not going to get much better; Beck might. So save a place for me on the Beck bandwagon. __________________ Bruce Allen when in charge alone: 4-12 (.250) Bruce Allen's overall Redskins record : 28-52 (.350) Vinny Cerrato's record when in charge alone: 52-65 (.444) Vinny's overall Redskins record: 62-82 (.430) We won more with Vinny

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08-26-2011, 10:38 AM	#13
jonny5dicky Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 59	Re: Who do you want to start at QB? Grossman threw 7 touchdown passes in 3 games last season on a sort of bad Redskins team last season. That's on pace for over 30 touchdown passes a season, and I think he can keep that pace especially with having the familiar target of Gaffney to throw to. Gaffney is a very underrated receiver that does everything right, and sorry for all the Grossman praise but I have a gut feeling that the Redskins success will mold together with him under center.

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