Redskins 2011 Starting Quarterback: John Beck?

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

I've got no problem with Beck saying he's glad that McNabb is on the way out. Fact of life in the NFL, sometimes shitty things have to happen to the guy in front of you in order to get your shot.

Case in point: GMScud sent you a thank-you pie for naming him a moderator the other day. My advice...don't eat it. He's had his eye on the admin position for a while now

[saden1]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

I've got no problem with Beck saying he's glad that McNabb is on the way out. Fact of life in the NFL, sometimes shitty things have to happen to the guy in front of you in order to get your shot.

Shitty things happen, classy people act like Aaron Rodgers and Kevin Kolb.

Let's hope self-hype makes Beck player better.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Case in point: GMScud sent you a thank-you pie for naming him a moderator the other day. My advice...don't eat it. He's had his eye on the admin position for a while now

I knew it... bastard

[skinsfan69]

I actually like Beck's confidence. He seems like he really wants it badly and I like that. He's hungry. But just by watching him the few times that I did, he really doesn't seem to be a very skilled passer. I don't think he can be better than Jason Campbell. Gotta get a guy in the 2012 draft.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

John Beck for President!

dum dum dum dum. John Beck ran for office dum dum dum dum.

Originally Posted by Mattyk

I've got no problem with Beck saying he's glad that McNabb is on the way out. Fact of life in the NFL, sometimes shitty things have to happen to the guy in front of you in order to get your shot.

Anyone thinks thats bad they should hear Brady talk about Bledsoe and Drew Henson during the E60: The Brady 6. His attitude towards holding on for dear life to the starting job and contempt for his backups in both college and the pros is surprising. And it's not really that bad, he's not throwing anyone under the bus, rather just saying that hey "Brady does it to."

Originally Posted by Mattyk

I knew it... bastard

The Sith always work in twos. Where theres a Master theres an Apprentice. Only questions are which is Scud and who's the second?

Damnit that Star Wars marathon on Spike is starting to get on my nerves.

[mlmpetert]

This is one of the main topics on nfl live tonight! Wow there is really nothing to talk about anymore...... This lockout has got to end!

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

I knew it... bastard

Haha. Good stuff.

[musicmaster45]

Well see this is how i look at Beck either he will burn out and will have a high pick to use on a QB next year or he could be Joe Theisman like where he has a rocky start but settles down and becomes a great QB

[Dirtbag59]

FWIW Beck's attitude about getting the starting job is remarkably similar to that of Brady's so that's at least one point in his favor.

[KI Skins Fan]

The idea that John Beck could be an effective starting QB for the Redskins is absolutely ridiculous. That Mike Shanahan would insult my intelligence by attempting to get me to believe in such a fraud offends me.

I simply cannot imagine that the Skins plan to go into next season with Beck as their starting QB. I think that Shanahan is trying to be sly to the point of seeming to be daft. I feel certain that our starting QB for 2012 is not yet on the roster.

[Longtimefan]

McNabb appears to take the high road here. It's plain to see however he does not take kindly to the criticism he's been receiving of late.

McNabb: No problem with Beck’s comments - The Insider - The Washington Post

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by KI Skins Fan

The idea that John Beck could be an effective starting QB for the Redskins is absolutely ridiculous. That Mike Shanahan would insult my intelligence by attempting to get me to believe in such a fraud offends me.

I simply cannot imagine that the Skins plan to go into next season with Beck as their starting QB. I think that Shanahan is trying to be sly to the point of seeming to be daft. I feel certain that our starting QB for 2012 is not yet on the roster.

I think this sums it up well

Is Shanahan serious about John Beck? - NFC East Blog - ESPN

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by KI Skins Fan

The idea that John Beck could be an effective starting QB for the Redskins is absolutely ridiculous. That Mike Shanahan would insult my intelligence by attempting to get me to believe in such a fraud offends me.

I simply cannot imagine that the Skins plan to go into next season with Beck as their starting QB. I think that Shanahan is trying to be sly to the point of seeming to be daft. I feel certain that our starting QB for 2012 is not yet on the roster.

This is one of those cases were preseason games will be most important. However at the very least Beck had a strong preseason in 09 after he reconnected with Cameron, so maybe we'll see a huge improvement in year 2 of the Shanny offense. All the basic tools are there; accuracy, arm strength, quick release, decent mobility, intangibles (toughness, intelligence, hard worker, good teammate). All that remains to be seen is weather or not he can put it all together.

Though I agree with your sentiment that it's not exactly the greatest situation to be in as far as the QB position is concerned. However the way I see it is that McNabb didn't really set the bar very high and we still won six games so with a hungry QB, an improved running game, and a much improved defense we should be able to continue getting better as a team.

Either way, rag tag teams that grind out wins with defense and the running game are fun to follow until you hit the playoffs in which case you have to deal with teams that are equipped with elite QB's and top 15 defenses.

[Longtimefan]

Rex Grossman weighs in on Quarterback Controversy Lite - The Early Lead - The Washington Post

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I think this sums it up well

Is Shanahan serious about John Beck? - NFC East Blog - ESPN

The author admits he's a skeptic and did have this to say which would seem very much in line with those who think Beck could be more than just a smoke-screen. [quote]

It may be that they're resigned to Beck as the best option and figured, after not coming up with a better option via the draft, that they might as well prepare their fans for it. With the chances increasing by the day that part or even all of the season will be lost to the lockout, it may be that Shanahan doesn't think it's worth installing a new quarterback this year. All of those missed minicamp and training camp practices would represent lost opportunities to work with a new guy. Maybe it's best just to sit around for a year and see if you're in position to draft Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck into a full offseason. [unquote]

Let's just hope he does not play the season for Andrew Luck. I know the idea would pacify the many Luck apologist.