Rex reporting for duty!

[MonkFan4Life]

Originally Posted by GreekSkin

I want that as an Avatar! NOW!

That's about to be my facebook profile picture !

Edit: It IS my facebook profile pic now !

[SirClintonPortis]

Spurrier must be proud. One of his own has lasted on the Redskins for two consecutive seasons.

[Ruhskins]

Looks like Rex got to camp just in time...

"Cindy Boren
Sooooo....John Beck has a sore arm. That's all I have to say. #Redskins
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[Hog1]

According to Tom and Kevin on 980(at the Park).....REX IS IN THE BUILDING!!

[sportscurmudgeon]

Key question here:

Did he drop the pen when he went to sign his new contract?


Enquiring minds ... and all that stuff.

[Paintrain]

I can't believe I'm typing this but I'm slightly excited (emphasis on slightly) that Rex is there. I've watched the Cowboys, Jags and Giants games a few times this offseason and Rex has a really good grasp of Kyle's offense. He needs to correct three things: holding on to the ball too long, late passes to the flats (3 of his 4 INT last year) and protecting the ball in the pocket. If (big IF) he can suppress his HTM-Human Turnover Machine-tendencies he can be a competent QB for us. I'd give him a 3 win advantage over Beck with this team.

[mooby]

Originally Posted by Paintrain

I can't believe I'm typing this but I'm slightly excited (emphasis on slightly) that Rex is there. I've watched the Cowboys, Jags and Giants games a few times this offseason and Rex has a really good grasp of Kyle's offense. He needs to correct three things: holding on to the ball too long, late passes to the flats (3 of his 4 INT last year) and protecting the ball in the pocket. If (big IF) he can suppress his HTM-Human Turnover Machine-tendencies he can be a competent QB for us. I'd give him a 3 win advantage over Beck with this team.

Great post, I pretty much agree. I've still got full games against the Cowboys (2nd), Packers, Bears, Jags, Bucs, Titans, and Eagles (1st) on my DVR, and I've been watching them in my downtime during this offseason. One thing I really noticed is that Rex really does have a better grasp of Shanny's offense than McNabb did. I thought Rex was a disaster based off the 2 minute drill in the Lions game, but he came back at the end of the season and showed he's not as bad as it appeared in that game. He still had turnovers obviously, but he made as many plays as McNabb did and he really showed he's got no quit when he brought us back from down 27-7 against the Cowboys to tie it at 30. Honestly I'd be fine with using him as a stopgap this season until we can get our franchise qb next offseason. If Beck fails, I have a slight reassurance that we have an okay backup in Rex.

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by Paintrain

I can't believe I'm typing this but I'm slightly excited (emphasis on slightly) that Rex is there. I've watched the Cowboys, Jags and Giants games a few times this offseason and Rex has a really good grasp of Kyle's offense. He needs to correct three things: holding on to the ball too long, late passes to the flats (3 of his 4 INT last year) and protecting the ball in the pocket. If (big IF) he can suppress his HTM-Human Turnover Machine-tendencies he can be a competent QB for us. I'd give him a 3 win advantage over Beck with this team.

If Grossman were to win the QB competition and be named the starting QB, there are three things I'd like to see him improve upon:

(1) Completion Percentage:
(2) Protecting The Football In Traffic:
(3) TD To INT Ratio:

Providing he could improve those three areas, on a scale of 1-10 I would give him a 5 1/2. The three games Grossman started last season against the Cowboys, Jaguars and Giants, he was 70 of 127 for 840 yds. an average of 280 yds. a game. Imagine what his passing totals would be if he could improve on his comp. pct. In this offense you're looking at a guy capable of passing for 4,400 + a season.

[Hog1]

Originally Posted by Longtimefan

If Grossman were to win the QB competition and be named the starting QB, there are three things I'd like to see him improve upon:

(1) Completion Percentage:
(2) Protecting The Football In Traffic:
(3) TD To INT Ratio:

Providing he could improve those three areas, on a scale of 1-10 I would give him a 5 1/2. The three games Grossman started last season against the Cowboys, Jaguars and Giants, he was 70 of 127 for 840 yds. an average of 280 yds. a game. Imagine what his passing totals would be if he could improve on his comp. pct. In this offense you're looking at a guy capable of passing for 4,400 + a season.

100% agree with a one item addition:
(4) ....Knock the golfin shit out of division opponents.....
HTTR

[tomsawyer]

i think that grossman will beat beck out,and if he does'nt,Beck will be on a really short leash.

[Longtimefan]

I fear John Beck's psyche may never recover if, for whatever reason/s he's not successful in winning the QB competition. The guy has tried so hard and put so much work into his effort, the thought of being "the man" has become an obsession. Just hope he doesn't lose it if he has to suffer a disappointment.

[mooby]

Originally Posted by Longtimefan

I fear John Beck's psyche may never recover if, for whatever reason/s he's not successful in winning the QB competition. The guy has tried so hard and put so much work into his effort, the thought of being "the man" has become an obsession. Just hope he doesn't lose it if he has to suffer a disappointment.

I too think Beck could be setting himself up for disappointment if he doesn't win the job, given how hard he's worked, and the common consensus is that they try to use it as motivation to work even harder to prove they belong. I'd hate for Beck to be upset if he lost the job, but at the same time, I care about my favorite team more than I do for him, and if it's better for the team to put Grossman on the field, than so be it.

[rbanerjee23]

Originally Posted by mooby

I too think Beck could be setting himself up for disappointment if he doesn't win the job, given how hard he's worked, and the common consensus is that they try to use it as motivation to work even harder to prove they belong. I'd hate for Beck to be upset if he lost the job, but at the same time, I care about my favorite team more than I do for him, and if it's better for the team to put Grossman on the field, than so be it.

Amen, being a little harsh, I couldn't care less about Beck's feelings -- come in and play well or gtfo

[hooskins]

Verica threw at least one pick against 7/8 ACC opponents last year. He had a decent amount of yards, but he picked that up against bad opponents or garbage yards in losses. Also too many picks....

SEASON CMP ATT YDS CMP% YPA LNG TD INT SACK RAT
2010 233 396 2799 58.8 7.07 76 14 14 21 122.8
2009 28 63 156 44.4 2.48 17 0 1 2 62.1
2008 226 354 2037 63.8 5.75 51 8 16 12 110.6

[DCtoAZ]

Grossman being back is a good thing ... i'm not saying he's an all pro but if you recall a few seasons ago with da bears he absolutely lit up the first half of the season .... not to mention the guy GOT to a super bowl ... i think Beck will get his shot but I feel much better have the Sex Cannon backing him up