dubs Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I looked through the discussion list and didn't see anything out there (please feel free to close or merge as needed). I can't believe I am asking this, but has anyone gotten an indication of how Matt Leinart is doing in practice? I know we are all hoping EJ is back and if not, Tuel can step in for a game, but I'd have to imagine that Marrone and Hackett are taking a hard look at Leinart in case EJ is out and they don't want to start an UDFA rookie against the Pats in week 1. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) Camp is over so there are no more public practices. Otherwise I'm sure Astrobot or someone would be on it. We have to rely on the press corps. PTR Edited August 28, 2013 by PromoTheRobot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Camp is over so there are no more public practices. Otherwise I'm sure Astrobot or someone would be on it. We have to rely on the press corps. PTR So in other words, we'll have to see for ourselves on Thursday night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOFO Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Camp is over so there are no more public practices. Otherwise I'm sure Astrobot or someone would be on it. We have to rely on the press corps. PTR Why did Tebow contact Leinart? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 So in other words, we'll have to see for ourselves on Thursday night. Now, now, eball.. They're very busy with their own 'story creation' agenda. I'm sure they'll get to the 'truth' eventually.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr1 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 He was on John Murphy's show the other night. He seems content with helping EJ and Tuel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLFan Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 So in other words, we'll have to see for ourselves on Thursday night. Hey, they might get to that question after they are done badgering anyone who will listen about Jairus Byrd's impending trade and enormous dissatisfaction with the Bills, along with his plan to mail in the season so as not to get injured.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Camp is over so there are no more public practices. Otherwise I'm sure Astrobot or someone would be on it. We have to rely on the press corps. PTR I urged Astrobot to obtain a press credential for this very reason. But he ignored me. GO BILLS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnyBacker Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 he is probley doing and playing the same way he has for the past 7 year....not very good. no issue with leinart being the 3rd qb on our roster, but this guy has proven to not be winner for 7 yrs, so probley likely that he will continue that here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 he is probley doing and playing the same way he has for the past 7 year....not very good. no issue with leinart being the 3rd qb on our roster, but this guy has proven to not be winner for 7 yrs, so probley likely that he will continue that here. Leinart won't be the 3rd QB -- that role is normally reserved for young guys (i.e., projects). I could see EJ/Leinart/Tuel or EJ/Tuel/Lewis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Marrone was quick to say he hasn't decided who plays when Thursday. Don't be surprised if Thad gets next ups after Tuel, if Tuel even plays. PTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Marrone was quick to say he hasn't decided who plays when Thursday. Don't be surprised if Thad gets next ups after Tuel, if Tuel even plays. PTR I agree. I think Tuel starts the game so that the first time that actually warms up and starts a real NFL game is not against the Pats. I would be surprised if Tuel plays more than a series or two. After that, it will be Leinart and Thad for the rest of the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I think Tuel gets 2 quarters and Leinart and Lewis each get one. Tuel starts. They all need to play, Tuel needs the most reps, even if it is against Detroit's 6th string, their ballboy, and waterboy. If they think EJ may not be ready for game 1 then Tuel may only get a quarter to minimize injury to our only other body who knows the playbook. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djp14150 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 he is probley doing and playing the same way he has for the past 7 year....not very good. no issue with leinart being the 3rd qb on our roster, but this guy has proven to not be winner for 7 yrs, so probley likely that he will continue that here. Impressed with your evaluation of him..... given he started his rookie and 2nd year with Kurt Warner on his back, then the next 2 years behind Warner, then 2 years behind Schaub---not much of a chance to start.Last year he was in a mess that was Oakland. In terms of playing time he has had what less than 2 full seasons starting? remember it takes time for QBs to develop in this league. I see Luck struggling alot this year since teams now have had a year of data to analyze his tendancies...teams will be making it difficult for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubs Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 Impressed with your evaluation of him..... given he started his rookie and 2nd year with Kurt Warner on his back, then the next 2 years behind Warner, then 2 years behind Schaub---not much of a chance to start.Last year he was in a mess that was Oakland. In terms of playing time he has had what less than 2 full seasons starting? remember it takes time for QBs to develop in this league. I see Luck struggling alot this year since teams now have had a year of data to analyze his tendancies...teams will be making it difficult for him. Luckily we are only discussing one game (hopefully) that we'd need someone to step in for Manuel. I guess what I'd like to know is if we'd be in better shape with Leinart than Tuel. I know Leinart sucks, but I would imagine that his NFL experience might be better in week 1 than feeding Tuel to the Pats on a silver platter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Player Available Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 He was on John Murphy's show the other night. He seems content with helping EJ and Tuel I'm sure he is. Since he was sitting on his couch for 8 months waiting for the phone to ring. Camp is over so there are no more public practices. Otherwise I'm sure Astrobot or someone would be on it. We have to rely on the press corpse. PTR Fixed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubs Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 random question: How do I get rid of the line below my number of posts that says: 1 Warning Post? Am I on double secret probation or something? I think I said a swear or called someone a turd a couple years ago and it's stuck with me ever since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillnutinHouston Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) I think Tuel gets 2 quarters and Leinart and Lewis each get one. QB playing time vs. the Lions could be something to watch as a true indicator of EJ's chances of playing in the opener. My read would be, if EJ truly projects to be unavailable for week 1, Tuel plays LESS vs. the Lions because he's the closest thing they have to a game-ready QB and they don't want him hurt for the Pats* game. Curious to hear others' opinions on this. Edited August 28, 2013 by BillnutinHouston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubs Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 QB playing time vs. the Lions could be something to watch as a true indicator of EJ's chances of playing in the opener. My read would be, if EJ truly projects to be unavailable for week 1, Tuel plays LESS vs. the Lions because he's the closest thing they have to a game-ready QB and they don't want him hurt for the Pats* game. Curious to hear others' opinions on this. I see the reasoning. I think he just plays a series or two regardless. I don't think they will know about EJ until the weekend when they start prepping for the Pats so they might as well keep Tuel in the Box tomorrow regardless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 After that, it will be Leinart and Thad for the rest of the game. Makes me think of Willie Totten and the replacement player games. Thank God it's still preseason.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clippers of Nfl Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 random question: How do I get rid of the line below my number of posts that says: 1 Warning Post? Am I on double secret probation or something? I think I said a swear or called someone a turd a couple years ago and it's stuck with me ever since. What a turd? You only have 1 point? To be cool you have to have 10 and up. Hey mods: Turd is a bad word? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondo in seattle Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 random question: How do I get rid of the line below my number of posts that says: 1 Warning Post? Am I on double secret probation or something? I think I said a swear or called someone a turd a couple years ago and it's stuck with me ever since. I had a warning once and I don't know why since I don't swear here or call my fellow posters turds (though I can understand the temptation). Then the warning went away and I don't know why that happened either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clippers of Nfl Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I had a warning once and I don't know why since I don't swear here or call my fellow posters turds (though I can understand the temptation). Then the warning went away and I don't know why that happened either. That sucks. Mine dont go away. I hate my life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubs Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 That sucks. Mine dont go away. I hate my life. ha. I've been posting with this scarlet letter for years now. I went back and looked, I said Idiot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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