Who do you want to start at QB?

[over the mountain]

Originally Posted by That Guy

if we're winning/looking good offensively, it doesn't really matter. grossman is 20-13 i heard as a starter (did not confirm), both are pushing 30, and neither one is going to the probowl, so it's whatever.

average QB A vs average QB B isn't nearly as exciting as the local sports media is making it out to be (or, rather, isn't a story worth nearly as much press as it's been given).

thats how i feel to. neither qb has made a clear cut case. what i do find interesting though is that it seems to me that both qbs bring a different style and approach. beck is more conservative, perhaps a better decision maker while grossman has the potential to put up 350 yds .... for me it really just comes down to who can run the system the best.

i really cant even say which one id want to start 9/11.

[SkinzWin]

Originally Posted by That Guy

if we're winning/looking good offensively, it doesn't really matter. grossman is 20-13 i heard as a starter (did not confirm), both are pushing 30, and neither one is going to the probowl, so it's whatever.

average QB A vs average QB B isn't nearly as exciting as the local sports media is making it out to be (or, rather, isn't a story worth nearly as much press as it's been given).

I disagree with this statement. Here is why. Average QB A vs average QB B is better than Donoflab McDirtballer. I think it is worth the press because it is a positive for once. An improvement if you ask me. To back up my feeling I have put together a Warpath exclusive. Enjoy...

The Warpath Pictoon: Attack of the Dirtballer

[SirClintonPortis]

Originally Posted by skinzwin

i disagree with this statement. Here is why. Average qb a vs average qb b is better than donoflab mcdirtballer. I think it is worth the press because it is a positive for once. An improvement if you ask me. To back up my feeling i have put together a warpath exclusive. Enjoy...

the warpath pictoon: Attack of the dirtballer

truth.

[GusFrerotte]

I h ave to agree with That Guy, both are not exactly franchise QBs. I just picked Grossman since he has more starts under his belt. Beck is more mobile, but mobility doesn't translate into wins. just look at Vick in ATL.

[SirClintonPortis]

Originally Posted by GusFrerotte

I h ave to agree with That Guy, both are not exactly franchise QBs. I just picked Grossman since he has more starts under his belt. Beck is more mobile, but mobility doesn't translate into wins. just look at Vick in ATL.

Vick didn't do jack shit in practice or the film room. If your comparison is to hold, then Beck is doing the same as Vick in the film room: nothing in practice or in the film room. Beck's attitude is strongy pointed in the direction opposite of Michael Vick's. He takes every practice and film study seriously. Beck is more like Todd Collins than Vick in Atlanta.

On a separated note, Chase Daniel is currently entrenched as Drew Brees' backup. Pretty good.

[Monkeydad]

BECK.


Hopefully Beck will win the job over Grossman, he seems much more mobile. Rex throws to the wrong team when he's pressured, or just misses wide open WRs like that horrible pass to Moss when he was one-on-one with Suggs last game.

I'd prefer to have Beck get his shot and be more comfortable with Grossman coming in as a backup. I think we'd be in better shape if we have to replace Beck with Rex than if Rex goes down/can't do the job and we have to bring in a backup without a resume.

Lets see what Beck can do and have an experienced backup on hand. Seems to be the better route to me.

Besides, Beck looks better anyways...he should win the job without any considerations on who would be the better backup...John just looks like the better starter, period.

[Mechanix544]

like ive said before, im waiting in line with my plate ready to get my heaping helping of crow once john beck, (I cant believe im saying this) becomes a pro bowl caliber qb for the b&g.

[gafinfan]

I've got 2 QB's that can run my offense and thru this Preseason they are neck and neck in most eyes. One is a vet with 8 years behind him while the other is a 30 something who looks just as good with only a 4 game experence from 07.

If they are playing equal now, to me, that means the unknown is playing at the Vets level without his game time. Thus with game experence he can get better while the vet has proven to have reached his high water mark already!

I'm choosing the new guy because no one knows yet what his level of play can be imvho!

[skinsfaninok]

Beck IMO..

[CrustyRedskin]

Might as well let Beck have a crack at it. Geesh whats there to argue or figure out here.

[FrenchSkin]

I understood Shanahan is going to wait the very last minute to let people know who his starter is, but is it possible that tonight's game would give us some hints?

[Player_HTTR]

I don't really care who starts to be honest. Its kinda like asking me which brand of oatmeal I prefer. It doesn't really matter to me but it will hold me over until I can make it to the store and get some kind of high-sodium pork product.

[Redskin Jim]

Originally Posted by FrenchSkin

I understood Shanahan is going to wait the very last minute to let people know who his starter is, but is it possible that tonight's game would give us some hints?

Riggo is reporting on facebook that his "inside source" is telling him Shanahan has made his decision, and he is going with Beck to start the season opener.

[The Goat]

I said Beck, hoping he has an undiscovered upside!!! I have been impressed w/ his 1) accuracy 2) mobility. It's a solid foundation to start with. That said I know there's been a lot of "build up" in his own mind to winning the starting job. Seems like the guy puts tons of pressure on himself. Shanny Co would be wise to give Beck time to settle down, which could be a couple/few games. Worst case scenario is he starts w/ some jitters and gets yanked (too soon) IMO.

[Hog1]

By virtue that Beck is playing and and Rex is not in this meaningless game.....REX IS THE STARTER?