Teddy Bridgewater looks sharp, healthy in practice with Jets
After signing with the Jets in March, Bridgewater is moving on from his painful past.
“I’m just focused on the now and what’s ahead of me,” he said. “I’m happy to be here. We have a great team, a group of young guys who are anxious to continue to make noise in this league. That’s very exciting to be a part of.”
It was uncertain as to how much Bridgewater would be able to do at the start of OTAs, but the quarterback wasn’t limited despite having his left knee wrapped. It was an encouraging performance as he worked behind incumbent starter Josh McCown with the first-team offense in team drills.
“He moved well today,” coach Todd Bowles said.
His throws were mostly sharp, and he scrambled around the field several times — showing flashes of the playmaking ability that made him a Pro Bowl selection in his second season in 2015.
“I’ve been working with the training staff,” Bridgewater said. “We’ve been making some great progress. The goal is to get better each day. That’s our primary focus right now. That’s my focus as an individual goal, and we’re going to continue to just make those strides.”
https://www.twincities.com/2018/05/22/teddy-bridgewater-looks-sharp-healthy-in-practice-with-jets/
Hurry-up Vikings, we ain't getting any younger!
@"purplefaithful" said:They have a lot invested in Darnold, but no urgency to play him. I think most NFL personnel people would say the best thing for a rookie QB is to sit a year, especially if the supporting cast isn't very good.@"BarrNone55" said:I would think unless Teddy just lights it up, this is probably the case. The franchise has too much invested in the rook. But Teddy can do so much for his brand and himself if he does well until then. That's got to be defined as a win for him - especially if he becomes a valuable asset in the league.Teddy Bridgewater - QB - JetsAccording to ESPN Jets reporter Rich Cimini, Teddy Bridgewater's trade value is "trending upward." Cimini said the former Viking was "one of the bright spots" at last week's OTAs. The Jets originally signed Bridgewater with the intent of trading him for a draft pick, but Cimini cautions that coach Todd Bowles will start the best quarterback and that could very well be Bridgewater. Even in the unlikely event that he does win the starting job this summer, Bridgewater would just be keeping the seat warm for first-round rookie Sam Darnold.Source: ESPN.comBut because Teddy's on a 1-year deal, it would be in the Jets best interest (and Teddy's) to feature him in the preseason and then trade him. Only question I have is what happens if the Jets start seeing the pre-injury Teddy? The one who was the consensus #1 overall pick in 2014 until a bad pro day? The one who broke 91 team records as a rookie? That could make things very dicey in NYC.
@"MaroonBells" said:@"purplefaithful" said:They have a lot invested in Darnold, but no urgency to play him. I think most NFL personnel people would say the best thing for a rookie QB is to sit a year, especially if the supporting cast isn't very good.@"BarrNone55" said:I would think unless Teddy just lights it up, this is probably the case. The franchise has too much invested in the rook. But Teddy can do so much for his brand and himself if he does well until then. That's got to be defined as a win for him - especially if he becomes a valuable asset in the league.Teddy Bridgewater - QB - JetsAccording to ESPN Jets reporter Rich Cimini, Teddy Bridgewater's trade value is "trending upward." Cimini said the former Viking was "one of the bright spots" at last week's OTAs. The Jets originally signed Bridgewater with the intent of trading him for a draft pick, but Cimini cautions that coach Todd Bowles will start the best quarterback and that could very well be Bridgewater. Even in the unlikely event that he does win the starting job this summer, Bridgewater would just be keeping the seat warm for first-round rookie Sam Darnold.Source: ESPN.comBut because Teddy's on a 1-year deal, it would be in the Jets best interest (and Teddy's) to feature him in the preseason and then trade him. Only question I have is what happens if the Jets start seeing the pre-injury Teddy? The one who was the consensus #1 overall pick in 2014 until a bad pro day? The one who broke 91 team records as a rookie? That could make things very dicey in NYC.
they'll say it's a nice problem to have, how they navigate it is a whole other story. Hell, if he starts looking like the consensus overall #1 pick? That will give pause to many fans of the purple too - unless KC is all pro. Thats a win win for everyone then I guess - glass 1/2 full today!!
Go Teddy!
http://www.1500espn.com/vikings-2/2018/05/new-york-buzzing-teddy-bridgewater/
Teddy probably has more to prove then McCown. If Josh is not careful he will be the odd man out. It still feel like they are showcasing him to drum up trade buzz. The article maroon poster seems to show writers are noticing and not just the team promoting.
Good luck Teddy. Make the most of your chance before they give the job to the rookie. It's all you can control.
I dont see Teddy as for sure being traded. If he is the better QB the Jets would be stupid to trade him away (to miami of all teams) and then have to face him twice a year. I know they spent a lot of draft currency on their first rounder, but if Teddy is the better QB they would be much better served to eat the sunk costs... let Darnoldson grow for a few years and then try to get a Garrapallo type deal out of somebody or look at moving Teddy then once they know better what they have in the youngster. IMO, if Teddy is looking good for them the worst thing a team could do in that situation is to deal him out of town for an unproven player just because of some draft picks.
odds are Darnoldson will get a chance here or there over the next couple years due to a dinged Theodore and they will get a sneak peek anyway which will make their decision down the road much easier. Even if they have to pay Teddy, he would still likely come with a discount due to the knee concerns.
@"JimmyinSD" said: I dont see Teddy as for sure being traded. If he is the better QB the Jets would be stupid to trade him away (to miami of all teams) and then have to face him twice a year. I know they spent a lot of draft currency on their first rounder, but if Teddy is the better QB they would be much better served to eat the sunk costs... let Darnoldson grow for a few years and then try to get a Garrapallo type deal out of somebody or look at moving Teddy then once they know better what they have in the youngster. IMO, if Teddy is looking good for them the worst thing a team could do in that situation is to deal him out of town for an unproven player just because of some draft picks.odds are Darnoldson will get a chance here or there over the next couple years due to a dinged Theodore and they will get a sneak peek anyway which will make their decision down the road much easier. Even if they have to pay Teddy, he would still likely come with a discount due to the knee concerns.
I don't believe Daroldson sits for more then a year, if that. You don't see a high 1st rounders sitting anymore unless it's behind a HOF. In which case it wouldn't likely be a high 1st, or one you traded up for. Sam will likely get into a game sometime this year. He won't come back out unless he's injured...imo. Jets need buzz and the rookie is the buzz they want. Not the one year rental. Like I say Teddy can only control his play on the field.
@"JimmyinSD" said: I dont see Teddy as for sure being traded. If he is the better QB the Jets would be stupid to trade him away (to miami of all teams) and then have to face him twice a year. I know they spent a lot of draft currency on their first rounder, but if Teddy is the better QB they would be much better served to eat the sunk costs... let Darnoldson grow for a few years and then try to get a Garrapallo type deal out of somebody or look at moving Teddy then once they know better what they have in the youngster. IMO, if Teddy is looking good for them the worst thing a team could do in that situation is to deal him out of town for an unproven player just because of some draft picks.odds are Darnoldson will get a chance here or there over the next couple years due to a dinged Theodore and they will get a sneak peek anyway which will make their decision down the road much easier. Even if they have to pay Teddy, he would still likely come with a discount due to the knee concerns.
If Teddy continues to shine, I would not trade him. Good QBs are gold in this league. Hell with that; they're platinum. If I gambled a few peanuts on a very talented but damaged QB and I win, then I'm going to look like the smartest guy in the league. And Darnold is just my ace in the hole. Sam's value as a top 5 overall pick does not change. In fact, it's more likely to stay high if he doesn't play.
@"suncoastvike" said:@"JimmyinSD" said: I dont see Teddy as for sure being traded. If he is the better QB the Jets would be stupid to trade him away (to miami of all teams) and then have to face him twice a year. I know they spent a lot of draft currency on their first rounder, but if Teddy is the better QB they would be much better served to eat the sunk costs... let Darnoldson grow for a few years and then try to get a Garrapallo type deal out of somebody or look at moving Teddy then once they know better what they have in the youngster. IMO, if Teddy is looking good for them the worst thing a team could do in that situation is to deal him out of town for an unproven player just because of some draft picks.odds are Darnoldson will get a chance here or there over the next couple years due to a dinged Theodore and they will get a sneak peek anyway which will make their decision down the road much easier. Even if they have to pay Teddy, he would still likely come with a discount due to the knee concerns.
I don't believe Daroldson sits for more then a year, if that. You don't see a high 1st rounders sitting anymore unless it's behind a HOF. In which case it wouldn't likely be a high 1st, or one you traded up for. Sam will likely get into a game sometime this year. He won't come back out unless he's injured...imo. Jets need buzz and the rookie is the buzz they want. Not the one year rental. Like I say Teddy can only control his play on the field.
IMO the highest risk to the Jets front office/coaching staff would be to trade Teddy away (if he is indeed the best looking QB of the bunch) and then have the rookie struggle (which most do) while a Teddy led Dolphins kicks their ass twice a year. I have to think being the coach of the Jets is a very precarious position, especially after they gave up so much for a questionable QB.
@"MaroonBells" said:@"JimmyinSD" said: I dont see Teddy as for sure being traded. If he is the better QB the Jets would be stupid to trade him away (to miami of all teams) and then have to face him twice a year. I know they spent a lot of draft currency on their first rounder, but if Teddy is the better QB they would be much better served to eat the sunk costs... let Darnoldson grow for a few years and then try to get a Garrapallo type deal out of somebody or look at moving Teddy then once they know better what they have in the youngster. IMO, if Teddy is looking good for them the worst thing a team could do in that situation is to deal him out of town for an unproven player just because of some draft picks.odds are Darnoldson will get a chance here or there over the next couple years due to a dinged Theodore and they will get a sneak peek anyway which will make their decision down the road much easier. Even if they have to pay Teddy, he would still likely come with a discount due to the knee concerns.
If Teddy continues to shine, I would not trade him. Good QBs are gold in this league. Hell with that; they're platinum. If I gambled a few peanuts on a very talented but damaged QB and I win, then I'm going to look like the smartest guy in the league. And Darnold is just my ace in the hole. Sam's value as a top 5 overall pick does not change. In fact, it's more likely to stay high if he doesn't play.
my point exactly.
I see we are in the silly season, where 'buzz' happens in May OTAs. Gotta hand it to the NFL, they create interest all year long.
@"JimmyinSD" said:@"suncoastvike" said:@"JimmyinSD" said: I dont see Teddy as for sure being traded. If he is the better QB the Jets would be stupid to trade him away (to miami of all teams) and then have to face him twice a year. I know they spent a lot of draft currency on their first rounder, but if Teddy is the better QB they would be much better served to eat the sunk costs... let Darnoldson grow for a few years and then try to get a Garrapallo type deal out of somebody or look at moving Teddy then once they know better what they have in the youngster. IMO, if Teddy is looking good for them the worst thing a team could do in that situation is to deal him out of town for an unproven player just because of some draft picks.odds are Darnoldson will get a chance here or there over the next couple years due to a dinged Theodore and they will get a sneak peek anyway which will make their decision down the road much easier. Even if they have to pay Teddy, he would still likely come with a discount due to the knee concerns.
I don't believe Daroldson sits for more then a year, if that. You don't see a high 1st rounders sitting anymore unless it's behind a HOF. In which case it wouldn't likely be a high 1st, or one you traded up for. Sam will likely get into a game sometime this year. He won't come back out unless he's injured...imo. Jets need buzz and the rookie is the buzz they want. Not the one year rental. Like I say Teddy can only control his play on the field.
IMO the highest risk to the Jets front office/coaching staff would be to trade Teddy away (if he is indeed the best looking QB of the bunch) and then have the rookie struggle (which most do) while a Teddy led Dolphins kicks their ass twice a year. I have to think being the coach of the Jets is a very precarious position, especially after they gave up so much for a questionable QB.
No I absolutely agree. If McCown is not motivated Teddy will become the bridge to Sam many thought Josh would be. If that's the case they won't trade Teddy. I doubt it would be to a division rival if he was performing well. I just don't think with the Jets roster they are going to win enough games to keep Sam off the field. I don't want to be a downer on Teddy but I haven't seen in him yet QB play at a level that can carry a bad team. More a role player. I wanted to see him play at the next level 2 years ago. Maybe he will. Saying he is the best looking QB at Jets OTA's only means he looks better then a very young rookie and a very old(in QB years)man. Is that enough to put Daroldson on hold for the whole year? I wish Teddy good luck.
Some good discussion here, but I just want to clarify one thing... it's Sam DARNOLD. Not Darnoldson or Daroldson...
@"Wetlander" said: Some good discussion here, but I just want to clarify one thing... it's Sam DARNOLD. Not Darnoldson or Daroldson...
when hes done something of note or he plays for the Vikings... I might learn his name until then.... who cares? :p
@"Wetlander" said: Some good discussion here, but I just want to clarify one thing... it's Sam DARNOLD. Not Darnoldson or Daroldson...
Oops...
@"JimmyinSD" said:@"Wetlander" said: Some good discussion here, but I just want to clarify one thing... it's Sam DARNOLD. Not Darnoldson or Daroldson...
when hes done something of note or he plays for the Vikings... I might learn his name until then.... who cares? :p
Shoot, when I saw "Sam" I was wondering who brought Bradford into the discussion.
@"JimmyinSD" said:@"suncoastvike" said:@"JimmyinSD" said: I dont see Teddy as for sure being traded. If he is the better QB the Jets would be stupid to trade him away (to miami of all teams) and then have to face him twice a year. I know they spent a lot of draft currency on their first rounder, but if Teddy is the better QB they would be much better served to eat the sunk costs... let Darnoldson grow for a few years and then try to get a Garrapallo type deal out of somebody or look at moving Teddy then once they know better what they have in the youngster. IMO, if Teddy is looking good for them the worst thing a team could do in that situation is to deal him out of town for an unproven player just because of some draft picks.odds are Darnoldson will get a chance here or there over the next couple years due to a dinged Theodore and they will get a sneak peek anyway which will make their decision down the road much easier. Even if they have to pay Teddy, he would still likely come with a discount due to the knee concerns.
I don't believe Daroldson sits for more then a year, if that. You don't see a high 1st rounders sitting anymore unless it's behind a HOF. In which case it wouldn't likely be a high 1st, or one you traded up for. Sam will likely get into a game sometime this year. He won't come back out unless he's injured...imo. Jets need buzz and the rookie is the buzz they want. Not the one year rental. Like I say Teddy can only control his play on the field.
IMO the highest risk to the Jets front office/coaching staff would be to trade Teddy away (if he is indeed the best looking QB of the bunch) and then have the rookie struggle (which most do) while a Teddy led Dolphins kicks their ass twice a year. I have to think being the coach of the Jets is a very precarious position, especially after they gave up so much for a questionable QB.
Trading a QB to a team within their own division would definitely be dangerous and have a high potential to embarrass them. A person could even argue that it was a big plus for the Jets to sign Bridgewater if they wanted to keep him away from the Dolphins or Bills.
Today I heard speculation (not even "actual rumor") that the Panthers could be interested in acquiring Bridgewater. Probably no genuine substance, but trading him back into the NFC would be preferable for the Jets.
@"Jor-El" said:@"JimmyinSD" said:@"suncoastvike" said:@"JimmyinSD" said: I dont see Teddy as for sure being traded. If he is the better QB the Jets would be stupid to trade him away (to miami of all teams) and then have to face him twice a year. I know they spent a lot of draft currency on their first rounder, but if Teddy is the better QB they would be much better served to eat the sunk costs... let Darnoldson grow for a few years and then try to get a Garrapallo type deal out of somebody or look at moving Teddy then once they know better what they have in the youngster. IMO, if Teddy is looking good for them the worst thing a team could do in that situation is to deal him out of town for an unproven player just because of some draft picks.odds are Darnoldson will get a chance here or there over the next couple years due to a dinged Theodore and they will get a sneak peek anyway which will make their decision down the road much easier. Even if they have to pay Teddy, he would still likely come with a discount due to the knee concerns.
I don't believe Daroldson sits for more then a year, if that. You don't see a high 1st rounders sitting anymore unless it's behind a HOF. In which case it wouldn't likely be a high 1st, or one you traded up for. Sam will likely get into a game sometime this year. He won't come back out unless he's injured...imo. Jets need buzz and the rookie is the buzz they want. Not the one year rental. Like I say Teddy can only control his play on the field.
IMO the highest risk to the Jets front office/coaching staff would be to trade Teddy away (if he is indeed the best looking QB of the bunch) and then have the rookie struggle (which most do) while a Teddy led Dolphins kicks their ass twice a year. I have to think being the coach of the Jets is a very precarious position, especially after they gave up so much for a questionable QB.
Trading a QB to a team within their own division would definitely be dangerous and have a high potential to embarrass them. A person could even argue that it was a big plus for the Jets to sign Bridgewater if they wanted to keep him away from the Dolphins or Bills.
Today I heard speculation (not even "actual rumor") that the Panthers could be interested in acquiring Bridgewater. Probably no genuine substance, but trading him back into the NFC would be preferable for the Jets.
I am not sure I see Teddy excelling in the same offense as Cam.
@"greediron" said:@"JimmyinSD" said:@"Wetlander" said: Some good discussion here, but I just want to clarify one thing... it's Sam DARNOLD. Not Darnoldson or Daroldson...
when hes done something of note or he plays for the Vikings... I might learn his name until then.... who cares? :p
Shoot, when I saw "Sam" I was wondering who brought Bradford into the discussion.
Hey I got his 1st name right. Partial credit?
Least is wasn't Sam Donaldson. Sorry kid
That woulda been creepy.
@"StickyBun" said: There was some recent study done showing that sitting a rookie QB does nothing to help him. You either have it or you don't. Maybe you don't start him Day 1, but after half the season or more, there's no value in sitting him especially if the team is already out of contention.If the Jets start out 3-7 or something similar, don't be surprised to see Darnold in there. It won't be Teddy. I could see TB in there if McCown gets injured early. I just don't get why Teddy chose the Jets. Its not a good situation for him at all.
I don't know and have not seen the study but Rodgers sat for 3 years. Cousins sat for a good part of 3 years (he had 7 or 8 starts). They turned out OK.
I think it is better to have them sit instead of throwing them out in the fire. The only issue is the next contract really.
@"MarkSP18" said:@"StickyBun" said: There was some recent study done showing that sitting a rookie QB does nothing to help him. You either have it or you don't. Maybe you don't start him Day 1, but after half the season or more, there's no value in sitting him especially if the team is already out of contention.If the Jets start out 3-7 or something similar, don't be surprised to see Darnold in there. It won't be Teddy. I could see TB in there if McCown gets injured early. I just don't get why Teddy chose the Jets. Its not a good situation for him at all.
I don't know and have not seen the study but Rodgers sat for 3 years. Cousins sat for a good part of 3 years (he had 7 or 8 starts). They turned out OK.I think it is better to have them sit instead of throwing them out in the fire. The only issue is the next contract really.
Rodgers sat behind a Hall of Fame QB and Cousins was behind RG3 when he was rookie of the year and played lights out before the wheels came off. I'm sure it depends on the player, for sure, but I guess my point was that old conventional wisdom about how a young QB should sit is kind of antiquated thinking. I definitely think there is value in letting a rookie QB sit for half a year or so so he can relax and absorb, but if the team stinks, then a rookie playing 5-6 games to end the season is invaluable moving forward.If Teddy is healthy...or healthier....he should show well.
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