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The only thing especially wrong about the original post in this thread was when you mentioned an elite passing competition. Did they have a defense lined up in this competition? Did QBs have to check out of a bad play and in to a good one? Decipher the defensive scheme? Or anything related to real football? Didn't think so.
I think Kirby will handle this like any other position and Fields will have every opportunity to win the job in the summer (if he doesn't transfer). But the things that Fromm does well (in my first paragraph) are very large in real football. Passing Competitions and Recruiting Stars not so much ...
You guys just keep posting the same lame BS, you'd think Saturday would have taught you something.
Let me ask you something. If Kirby decides in spring and summer ball that Fields has progressed where he will be the starter on opening day (based on daily practice observations and evaluations), would you be accepting of that? Or is your bromance with Fromm cloud your judgement....
Agreed and fair. What shouldn’t be overlooked is our offensive system will never be as polished as Belichek’s. College game is heavily dependent on play makers although Kirby is aggressively recruiting high IQ players to enhance the system offensively and defensively.
Just support Fromm and see how Fields progresses.
It's extremely rare to bench a QB who is very effective and a great leader.
This harping on Fields serves no purpose and is even corrosive.
Walk away trust me. There isn’t a point to be argued/debated here. Like arguing with the woman in your life, arguing for argument’s sake.
He wants to argue his feelings only. Losing proposition with him and a couple others. I’m working on the smile and nod technique in personal and forum life.
Corrosive?? Kirby is always the one preaching COMPETITION!! Like iron sharpening iron. I support Fromm and his outstanding play Saturday. But I will critique him. Why Fromm is idolized by some is beyond me.
It's like arguing with children from my perspective.
You must be right. Fromm should be treated like fine chains with kid gloves. And competition for his position must be squelched. Otherwise, his fragile psyche can’t handle the pressure because people like me have the audacity to question his performance....
Sic “china”
Like arguing with children.
That's exactly right. And you could even argue that sometimes having a slightly lesser athlete with higher football IQ is more beneficial than a better athlete that cannot be as consistent regarding decision making. Especially at the QB position where they touch the ball every play, set protections, check with me's at the LOS, etc.
Why? We did this the past two weeks. Who cares. Move on from the qb controversy.
I would argue the counter in college. Better athlete typically takes the cake in college. Simple is fast. Fast is deadly in college.
IQ is dependent on everyone not only knowing what to do but figuring out ways to do to counter the defense. Make no mistake, Fromm’s tendency to hold the ball likely means someone wasn’t where they were supposed to be; Fromm freezes and negative play occurs. Fromms IQ was spot on, but receiver/blockers screwed up AND now can you now make a neutral play; no sacks no TOs? IQ/system heavily dependent on staying on schedule. Aranada effectively fooled Fromm with disguises, made him check into exactly the look he wanted. Several balls thrown into double and triple coverage. Counter to that hurry up offense, read and go. We saw an example of that in two minute drill against FU.
100% No debate at all on the pro game. Pro style pocket passer all **** day. Football IQ level is higher across the board in NFL. Reason why Belichek can make Matt Cassel look like a world beater in relief of Brady. I wouldn’t be surprised at all to see Fromm have a better NFL career than collegiate. Just depends on where he goes (Jax would be a great fit if he were eligible now).
Really good points but I'd counter by saying the offense is the youngest unit on the team and having the continuity with Fromm, at this moment, is more beneficial than someone who can ad-lib more effectively. If we had seniors across the board, then it would probably be more beneficial to insert the more talented player and let him provide the spark.