Pats Pregame Thread

[Buffalo Bob]

Originally Posted by mooby

Also I see a lot of you guys are having trouble understanding why Haskins isn't ready.

Part of it is because it's difficult adjusting from college to the NFL, especially when you only have 14 college starts. Part of it is because Jay Gruden does not tailor his offense to his personnel, which would make it easier for a rookie qb who knows nothing to come in and contribute early. And part of it is because everybody's different, some people take time to learn things.

The inconsistent footwork and needing to learn how to protect himself better are two things you can see in his on field play. On a positive note he wasn't blatantly staring down receivers or prematurely fleeing the pocket. The later two being a common flaw to guys who quickly get destroyed when film on them becomes available.

I have no problem sitting Haskins at this juncture. I just thought considering the circumstances the team needs 3 QBs eligible to play on game day.