Redskins Acquire QB John Beck (for CB Doug Dutch)

[30gut]

Originally Posted by BYUClark

The main thrust of my posts were to point out that the knocks on Beck's arm strength have been largely unfounded and ignorant. The guy has shown, in game, how strong his arm is.
What always impressed me most, however, was his football IQ. He had touch, accuracy, and most of all, was capable of turning nothing into something (see last play against Utah in '06).

He was a fantastic player in College, and has largely gotten the shaft in his NFL stints so far. I'm hopeful for him, believe he can beat out Grossman, and I hope ya'll are pleased with him in the future (or for as long as you have him).

I view Beck as a potential back-up for next year.
I think its a little late in camp to challenge for the back-up spot.
I don't know if he's eligible for the practice squad but i think a good sign for how he's doing and how the staff views his progress/potential will be evidenced by wether or not they keep him as the 3rd QB or he(longshot) wins the back-up spot.
My best case scenario is that he really catches on and becomes a solid back-up to McNabb.(Hopefully a clear improvement over Grossman)
And buys time along (with McNabb) to draft and develop a QB of the future.
And who knows? Maybe he could develop quickly (1-2 years) and become a tradeable commodity ala Charlie Whitehurst or any of the Holmgren's back-ups.

[30gut]

Originally Posted by 30gut

I don't know if he's eligible for the practice squad but i think a good sign for how he's doing and how the staff views his progress/potential will be evidenced by wether or not they keep him as the 3rd QB

Originally Posted by Washington Post

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Beck agreed to a two-year, $2.25 million contract extension and is now signed for a total of three years at $3.35 million. Rich Campbell of the Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star says Beck signed the deal last week.

I think we got our indication that Beck is doing a good job in the eyes of the coaches.

[calia]

I guess Bartel is going to be auditioning for other teams against the Cards now.

[Monkeydad]

Originally Posted by calia

I guess Bartel is going to be auditioning for other teams against the Cards now.

We all knew that was coming.