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Pretty easy to leak counter information that the other two will start to throw shade against the correct "leaked" info. Would expect if they want to keep the identity of the starter classified they would do some subterfuge.

Speaking as a member of the Anyone but Cassel club, I am worried Cassel will look very much like what we had last year from Orton and EJ; always trying not to screw up. Also after watching Fitz struggle because of his lack of arm strength, I think Cassel could struggle if the box gets crowded. That being said I am comfortable with him starting; I would just like to see one of the young guys because I think either would make a couple of plays a game (EJ through the air on a deep strike; TT on the ground) while still moving the chains on the short routes (Cassel's strength).

I honestly don't even wanna think about it. I think Hogan and Goodwin are both good. I don't think Thigpen can be kept because he doesn't bring much as WR and we have plenty of return men.

On the topic of our deep WR corps. I agree Davis has a chance to make team, Thompson also looks really good. Lewis looks to be danger. I guess Whaley took notes on WR evaluation while in Pittsburgh.

The Browns had one sustained drive against the 1's. I know the Browns aren't going to light anyone up, but 3 points per half should be considered a W for the D.

Actually the play by play does show that when EJ was in there the RBs had <5 yards on like 8 carriers...so.... Interesting to see what the reps will be going forward.

I imagine he'll have his starter by game 4, but will play all the QBs that game (he's played his starter in the last game before, albeit disastrously). In closed practice, the starter will work with the ones. During camp with tweets from everyone he will not tip his hand . This would allow him time to thoroughly evaluate the competition, and then get the starter reps with the starters (plus we have had a lot of reps in camp because of the two fields).

Agreed solid night from TT. Happy to have him start. I was worried by the hit on the read option but I don't think even that was too bad after I watched the replays. If he takes one of those hits a series then I feel confident he'll play the whole season. He uses his feet very well to evade defenders, and I really like how on early downs he is able to ensure with his feet that the offense gets positive yards.

Why would there be a deadline to name your starters? That doesn't make sense to me.

Anyone pay attention to Tarpley. I didn't see anything glaring, but our run D wasn't as good during their TD drive. I'm hoping he can step up and be able to take some snaps for Brown and Bradham.

The way weve been catching injuries I would imagine its somewhat relevant

Agreed.

So no team movies next week? The guys are gonna be bummed out. But seriously terrible

Not surprising with the injury bug weve had.

I think youre here two weeks too earlier. He'll get his reps in PS week 4, and that'll be his chance to prove if he can be 3rd QB

Yeah the 2 wasted opportunities worry me a little too. But being in the red zone twice in 3 tries (not counting the final drive) isn't too bad.

Agree on the long passes on the 3rd down, but I think they'll fix that. As for rushing they have 46 yards on 13 carriers. Take away the stiff arm its 3 yards/carry. I don't think that's too bad.

It was a nice play, but if the DB's not looking at the ball you go and get it. You're likely to get a penalty if you didn't get the ball.

+2

A bit but I would like to see Thompson high point it.

Wow the newborn has really done a number on my brain. I didn't even get the sarcasm. Im gonna go try to do that sleep thing. Knock on wood that can get more than 4 hours and be worthwhile contributor tomorrow.

I think we DO have our 2016 QB on the roster; however next year's QB class does seem to be deep (assuming too many don't tank this season). I would expect the FO to take a QB in the 1st round, and let that rookie sit behind the vet that is already on our roster (for at least a year depending on the ability of the vet).

I disagree that your hypothetical quote couldn't happen. Assuming he wasn't getting other offers, I wouldn't be surprised if he did say that honestly. It's an NFL GM position. Its like a dream job; certainly pinnacle of his profession right? If I was told I would be Director in a year if I shut up and let my current manager finish his tenure, I would shut up and take the position in a year. A role in decision making would just be a nice to have. I did appreciate your perspective on Kolb and liked your later posts too btw. EDIT: I do agree with this. You are right Whaley was probably involved in the decision making process, but I am assigning most of the blame to Nix. I would say 85%.

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I believe the multiple fields has been solely to asses the QB situation. Once that is solved I would expect the reps with the ones to go up dramatically while the 2's and 3's don't do much at all.