Do we win the game without Wentz
He was far from perfect, but the 40 yard TD to Jets and the 16 yard TD on 3rd and 8 to TJ were about as perfect as you could throw a ball. Nice throw to get it out to Jets on the other TD and great pass on the 2 point conversion which at the time was a huge play. He got really lucky on the drop pick and he had a few bad misses, but for most of the game the OL protection was absolutely horrible and was not getting any time, yet he stayed calm and think his veteran presence helped keep the team steady.
I am not sure Murray makes those plays, only a few series, but he looked extremely uncomfortable back there. Wentz seems steadier and a better fit for offense. Only one game, but think for this game they made the right choice for QB2.
Its really hard to say, Murray just wasn't in long enough....but he sure didn't look great the little time he was in. He looked fidgety and out of sorts, might be the combo of not playing since last October and wanting to do well with his new team. Gannon played him perfectly right out of the gate, which I was worried about. JMO, although I have some thoughts, I'd have to say in fairness to your question, its tough to know.
I think Wentz will be starting this Sunday against Chicago (Murray returns the following week) and you'll see more warts when a team has a full week to prepare for him. I don't like the matchup for Game 2. 😒
until I am convinced otherwise... no, I dont think Murray wins that game, and I am pretty sure JJM doesnt either. Like it or not, Wentz might be the best passer on the roster, doesnt make him the best QB, but I think he is capable of driving this offense, especially if he gets a weeks worth of reps like a starter should get.
Why isn't Chuck Foreman in the Hall of Fame?
Wince was horrible until he wasn't. Kyler would have similarly settled in over a few series. He'll obviously miss next week in the protocol, but likely be back either week 3 or 4. This looked severe as concussions go, with the fencing thing, but luckily Murray doesn't have a history of concussions.
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MaroonBells wrote:
Wince was horrible until he wasn't. Kyler would have similarly settled in over a few series. He'll obviously miss next week in the protocol, but likely be back either week 3 or 4. This looked severe as concussions go, with the fencing thing, but luckily Murray doesn't have a history of concussions.
I forgot how hard it was to watch Wince last year. He is good to come in and clean up, but there were some serious WTF moments. I think he gives you 3 or 4 great plays and 3 or 4 WTF was that plays every game. You just have to hope the WTF plays aren't back breakers. I can't tell you how many times I was yelling "MOVE" right before he was swallowed up on a sack. I believe at this stage of his career, Wentz can "drive" the car, but he isn't going to win you many games, but he sure can lose you one.
At this point I feel like you got nothing to lose by running JJM out there....I know, I know...he's terrible and blah blah. But he has wheels can run some of the type offense you wanted Murray to run and if he can keep from getting hurt can make a play or two. I also know this won't happen.
Vikesrock wrote:
I forgot how hard it was to watch Wince last year. He is good to come in and clean up, but there were some serious WTF moments. I think he gives you 3 or 4 great plays and 3 or 4 WTF was that plays every game. You just have to hope the WTF plays aren't back breakers. I can't tell you how many times I was yelling "MOVE" right before he was swallowed up on a sack. I believe at this stage of his career, Wentz can "drive" the car, but he isn't going to win you many games, but he sure can lose you one.
At this point I feel like you got nothing to lose by running JJM out there....I know, I know...he's terrible and blah blah. But he has wheels can run some of the type offense you wanted Murray to run and if he can keep from getting hurt can make a play or two. I also know this won't happen.
No it won't. Not yet anyway. As I've said before, I'd rather have JJ QB2 than Wentz. But I think Wentz earned the job at least one more week.
“The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command."
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