QB or defense: what's the bigger problem?

[Southpaw]

Originally Posted by That Guy

i guess someone who can keep you in games and doesn't make a ton of stupid mistakes, can make all the throws, and can make something out of nothing every so often. starting young is another part of it, since you have to be around a while playing at a high level relative to league average.

This is a pretty good representation of a franchise quarterback. Also, being on the team for five plus seasons, without any chance of a quarterback controversy.

As far as the bigger problem, it's definitely the defense. Quarterback is a big problem, but at least there's options with that situation. The defense on the other hand, has far too many holes. The defensive backs are beat up, and Archuleta is a liability in coverage. The sad part is they're probably the best tacklers on the defense. Outside of Marcus Washington, the linebackers are garbage. Holdman can't tackle a a pillow, and I don't care how good Marshall is at calling the defense. He's almost completely ineffective without Griffin and Salave'a in front of him. The line hasn't been able to generate a pass rush in six seasons, but according to many people here, that's the scheme. The scheme must be flawed too, because it seems like even when they rush eight people, every single one of them gets picked up...