I don’t want to get into it here, but there is a great analysis out there (Cover1 I think) that compares that throw to the one Josh made to Sanders in the 3rd quarter of the same game. A guy with a stronger arm gets the ball to the receiver more quickly. McCorkle had to loft his to get it there — it was accurate, but gave Hyde the time to make the play.
It’s a great example of where a “good” pass isn’t good enough.
6.1 yards per attempt, 2 picks, and a QB rating of 75.8. He wasn’t good. His noodle arm is the reason Hyde could make that INT.
McCorkle can motivate himself all he wants. He’ll be losing to the Bills for a long time.
I posted this in another thread, but I think the OC needs to know that he has somebody on the sidelines he trusts to communicate face-to-face with the QB between series. I think Dorsey has that in Brady, and I expect Dorse to stay in the booth. He already said he’s going to be in the booth today.
There is absolutely a real strategy to betting on the preseason. Some coaches do play to win, and knowing their tendencies and how they use their rosters can create an edge.
I learned one thing in that thread we should all take note of: @ScottLaw has NEVER liked McDermott. His first comment: "Coach McEgo knows more than everyone."
Well, Scott, he sure as hell knows more than you.
It just underscores how crucial the QB position is. Ballard has built an excellent roster and Reich seems to be a decent coach, but if you don't have that QB...
The Colts don't "scare" me this year like they did last year, because I believe the Bills' D is going to be nasty and Josh just keeps getting better. But they'll be good.