Can Brunell lead this team to a super bowl?

[redsk1]

No one is happier about the success this team has had this year w/ Brunell as Qb. However, I would have to say that i don't believe Brunell can lead us to and win the SB. One thing i noticed watching some of the other games this weekend was the Qb play. Lots of teams in the playoffs have great defenses, but its the teams with the qb's that make the special throws and plays that win the game. It became apparent to me watching Jake Delhomme, who is not the fastest guy in the world, drop back to pass. It seems like he takes his 5-6 step drop a hell of a lot faster than Brunell and is able to read the defense quicker b/c of it. Brunell seems to take a split second longer and therefore needs to be protected longer in order to make the great throw.

Brunell in his prime was one of the best qb's in the nfl, no question. But, he has slowed. Can he take us to the playoffs? I think he can next year, but i don't think in my opinion he can lead us further than that. I hope i am wrong, b/c i really would like to see it.

[hurrykaine]

Originally Posted by redsk1

It became apparent to me watching Jake Delhomme, who is not the fastest guy in the world, drop back to pass. It seems like he takes his 5-6 step drop a hell of a lot faster than Brunell and is able to read the defense quicker b/c of it. Brunell seems to take a split second longer and therefore needs to be protected longer in order to make the great throw.

Great point about the comparison with Delhomme. Delhomme is by no means a great QB, but he is far above serviceable and almost a very good QB.

Look at the similarities between the skins and the panthers offense:
1. Both run to set up the pass
2. Both have one stellar receiver (Moss/Smith): Slight advantage to Carolina.
3. Both have a good running game (Foster/Portis) Advantage Skins.
4. Both have decent offensive lines

So why are the panthers able to score so easily in the playoffs while we $hit the bed? Sure Steve Smith is an incredible receiver, but the answer has got to be superior QB play by Delhomme.