Rubbin420
Marino for President
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As much as I try to remain objective regarding some of our diverse opinions regarding the QB position, I am suprised at the lack of thought that some put into their opinions. This isnt madden its the NFL.
Enough about Carr and Green for one second. Lets start with the draft.
I would be happy to have someone like Quinn fall to 9. As unlikely as that is to happen, lets say we get him.
Why are so many people saying no to Carr or Green and draft Quinn. We are in a situation where both may be necessary. The idea of putting a rookie QB on Day 1 behind a suspect line is not only a severe gamble, but a sign that the season is expendable. Few rookies can come in and play effectively day one. Even though Quinn has been raised on an NFL system, the little mistakes that can lose a game or two can result in another year without a playoff birth. Is this year a training period for a rookie? Cams press conference pointed in a different direction. We are not rebuilding, just adding to what we have. Any QB we draft should be acclimated to a system.....not force fed it and thrown to the wolves.
As for Stanton, we have the same problem as Quinn. Teams that pick before us in the 2nd round are just as likely to pick him up. Imagine how many threads we will have if we are unable to pick up a QB after the big 3 are gone.
Cam had time to develop Rivers, it makes sense that he would follow the same route that brought him success, wouldnt you say?
Regardless of who we pick in the draft, we will need a viable starter this year! The rookie should have the opportunity, but should not be put in until ready. If we drafted Quinn, Stanton,etc.....and they are not ready, we are gambleing on CPEPs health and Lemon. Carr is a better option than CPEP if hes not 100% (which it looks like his 65% is his new 100%) and Lemon, who I think also needs development. Dont forget that drafting a QB in the first is basically a goodbye ticket for CPEP in a 2 years at the most.
Back to the veterans, its ok to have differing opinions on Carr, Green, CPEP, or whoever. Lets remember that the final analysis should include the status of one with another.
For example, if Green is 36 years old, it is likely that he could hold it down while a rookie is acclimated. So the Vet coincides with the rookie from a schedule standpoint.
In Carrs situation its a little different. He could be a valid option especially if we are unable to pick up one of the desired QBs in the draft. Lets be honest, it may be possible that the dolphins dont pick up a QB until 3rd, 4th, or even later rounds. I wouldnt want that, but its possible. If the guys are picked before we do, than you have to deal with it.
So for those who are head strong about drafting a QB like me, thats OK. Lets be wise enough to know that it will be a slower process than we think, and that a veteran presence is just as important to the dolphins being as competitive as we know they can this year.
Go phins!
Enough about Carr and Green for one second. Lets start with the draft.
I would be happy to have someone like Quinn fall to 9. As unlikely as that is to happen, lets say we get him.
Why are so many people saying no to Carr or Green and draft Quinn. We are in a situation where both may be necessary. The idea of putting a rookie QB on Day 1 behind a suspect line is not only a severe gamble, but a sign that the season is expendable. Few rookies can come in and play effectively day one. Even though Quinn has been raised on an NFL system, the little mistakes that can lose a game or two can result in another year without a playoff birth. Is this year a training period for a rookie? Cams press conference pointed in a different direction. We are not rebuilding, just adding to what we have. Any QB we draft should be acclimated to a system.....not force fed it and thrown to the wolves.
As for Stanton, we have the same problem as Quinn. Teams that pick before us in the 2nd round are just as likely to pick him up. Imagine how many threads we will have if we are unable to pick up a QB after the big 3 are gone.
Cam had time to develop Rivers, it makes sense that he would follow the same route that brought him success, wouldnt you say?
Regardless of who we pick in the draft, we will need a viable starter this year! The rookie should have the opportunity, but should not be put in until ready. If we drafted Quinn, Stanton,etc.....and they are not ready, we are gambleing on CPEPs health and Lemon. Carr is a better option than CPEP if hes not 100% (which it looks like his 65% is his new 100%) and Lemon, who I think also needs development. Dont forget that drafting a QB in the first is basically a goodbye ticket for CPEP in a 2 years at the most.
Back to the veterans, its ok to have differing opinions on Carr, Green, CPEP, or whoever. Lets remember that the final analysis should include the status of one with another.
For example, if Green is 36 years old, it is likely that he could hold it down while a rookie is acclimated. So the Vet coincides with the rookie from a schedule standpoint.
In Carrs situation its a little different. He could be a valid option especially if we are unable to pick up one of the desired QBs in the draft. Lets be honest, it may be possible that the dolphins dont pick up a QB until 3rd, 4th, or even later rounds. I wouldnt want that, but its possible. If the guys are picked before we do, than you have to deal with it.
So for those who are head strong about drafting a QB like me, thats OK. Lets be wise enough to know that it will be a slower process than we think, and that a veteran presence is just as important to the dolphins being as competitive as we know they can this year.
Go phins!
