Gugny Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Throughout the offseason, Baltimore has been putting Flacco and Jackson on the field at the same time. With Flacco playing quarterback, Jackson has lined up at multiple positions. "Gosh, I sure like him out there helping us," coach John Harbaugh said of Jackson. "If you put two quarterbacks on the field at once, what options does it create for our offense? That's what we're trying to figure out." http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/23771497/baltimore-ravens-quarterback-lamar-jackson-lining-other-positions-team-practices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebrastripes Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 I think it's a terrible idea for him to line up at other positions. Yes he is a great athlete but I don't think he has the body type to take the punishment of playing wr or rb. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Well at least he only needs to remember like 5 plays and they are probably all hot route or take off and run type plays. I think this has disaster written all over it. Just now, Zebrastripes said: I think it's a terrible idea for him to line up at other positions. Yes he is a great athlete but I don't think he has the body type to take the punishment of playing wr or rb. Or QB 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 6 minutes ago, Gugny said: Throughout the offseason, Baltimore has been putting Flacco and Jackson on the field at the same time. With Flacco playing quarterback, Jackson has lined up at multiple positions. "Gosh, I sure like him out there helping us," coach John Harbaugh said of Jackson. "If you put two quarterbacks on the field at once, what options does it create for our offense? That's what we're trying to figure out." http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/23771497/baltimore-ravens-quarterback-lamar-jackson-lining-other-positions-team-practices Im suprised that Jackson isnt bucking this a bit.....maybe after he fell just happy to be a first round pick. I still think he has a chance to be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfod Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 I like people getting creative. Also respect Lamar playing a role and seeing what it's like to be in the other positions. Earning his right to command of the squad. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 What does his mom think? 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted June 12, 2018 Author Share Posted June 12, 2018 Just now, YoloinOhio said: What does his mom think? What does his agent think? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transient Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Why does Flacco keep throwing the ball high and behind him into traffic? 4 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfod Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 (edited) 4 minutes ago, Zebrastripes said: I think it's a terrible idea for him to line up at other positions. Yes he is a great athlete but I don't think he has the body type to take the punishment of playing wr or rb. I don't even think it would be for him to really play the position. It's training camp. I think it's more on how they are training him to see different views of the NFL. Edited June 12, 2018 by Lfod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBill Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 The coaches are trying to motivate Flacco. If he sees his competition maybe he will play better. /s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebrastripes Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 5 minutes ago, Lfod said: I don't even think it would be for him to really play the position. It's training camp. I think it's more on how they are training him to see different views of the NFL. Maybe, but Harbaughs quote has me thinking they want to see him actually play somewhere else in order to try and gain an advantage of having two qbs on the field at once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bray Wyatt Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 this is a bad idea because flacco offers no other capabilities in the game other than throwing the ball, now if they had tyrod and lamar maybe it would be harder to determine what was going on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfod Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Just now, Zebrastripes said: Maybe, but Harbaughs quote has me thinking they want to see him actually play somewhere else in order to try and gain an advantage of having two qbs on the field at once. Well probably have some trick plays lined up. It could involve him some in the season. I just don't think it would be to specifically feature him at different positions. I could be wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebrastripes Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Just now, Lfod said: Well probably have some trick plays lined up. It could involve him some in the season. I just don't think it would be to specifically feature him at different positions. I could be wrong. I would agree with you on that, but who knows what they see in practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Probably just trying to find ways to get Flacco open in space. Put him out wide and watch him fly down the field like Peyton.....wait...maybe not. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transient Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 5 minutes ago, Bray Wyatt said: this is a bad idea because flacco offers no other capabilities in the game other than throwing the ball, now if they had tyrod and lamar maybe it would be harder to determine what was going on You think? The QBs wouldn't know what was going on. The HC and OC obviously wouldn't know what was going on. And the fans in Baltimore would certainly demand to know "What the hell is going on?!?!" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxy312 Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 7 minutes ago, Bray Wyatt said: this is a bad idea because flacco offers no other capabilities in the game other than throwing the ball, now if they had tyrod and lamar maybe it would be harder to determine what was going on Before or after they ran into each other in the backfield? LOL. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 (edited) Nah, new play dynamic. Centre snaps to QB, he and other QB play 'keep away' from defenders. Tires out the defense. EDIT: It's also the 'counterpunch surprise' to the Bills starting Peterman on opening day. Edited June 12, 2018 by Ridgewaycynic2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfod Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Zebrastripes said: I would agree with you on that, but who knows what they see in practice. I see it as the Ravens have a mindset of what type of QB they want and what they have. I think it's just the coaches way of teaching Larmar the offense and how to see everything. I mean maybe if you get a feel for what's going on at other positions you memorize what's going all over the field. I think it's them being more serious about a guy they want to groom. Edited June 12, 2018 by Lfod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Stupid imo. It may help them win a few more games this year but it also puts him at risk of injury and may stunt is an growth working on different aspects, while he should be becoming the best QB he can be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Maybe they are trying to do what they did in Pittsburgh with Slash. It was effective for a little while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 52 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: What does his mom think? ...hell, we could line up the 252 lb Logan Thomas in the Wildcat then......imagine that beast rumblin', bumblin', stumblin' and maulin' down the seam?....cue up Boomer's "Mike Alstott sound effects" for the visual.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 (edited) I think he is not doing well learning the playbook or looking good in practice sessions. I'm guessing they are already trying to have him learn the WR position or he's not making the 53 man roster. Edited June 12, 2018 by Call_Of_Ktulu 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 1 minute ago, Call_Of_Ktulu said: I think he is not doing well learning the playbook or looking good in practice sessions. I'm guessing they are already on him trying to be a WR or he's not making the 53 man roster. Yeah, they are likely to cut their 1st round QB that they traded up for... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 1 minute ago, Kirby Jackson said: Yeah, they are likely to cut their 1st round QB that they traded up for... ...NOT A CHANCE....that would ONLY happen at TBD with the "One & Done Gang"....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 1 minute ago, OldTimeAFLGuy said: ...NOT A CHANCE....that would ONLY happen at TBD with the "One & Done Gang"....... It wasn’t my suggestion!! Don’t shoot the messenger. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 1 hour ago, YoloinOhio said: What does his mom think? Mom helped him get drafted in the first round as a quarterback. i think, IF, given the proper room to grow, he can be a starting qb in this league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthNYfan Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 1 hour ago, John from Riverside said: Im suprised that Jackson isnt bucking this a bit.....maybe after he fell just happy to be a first round pick. I still think he has a chance to be good. Flacco has one more big guaranteed year on his deal, they can get out after the year with like only 8 mil dead cap. At most he has 3 left on his deal if it plays out. Maybe the Ravens are committed to Jackson, assuming he can develop, and have told him this, and he's taking their word for it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 (edited) Schefter has an article out today with the headline The Ravens are in awe of Lamar Jackson. EDIT: That was his tweet with link to same writer of the ESPN article discussed above. Edited June 12, 2018 by Kelly the Dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1st Ammendment NoMas Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 I give them credit for being creative and trying to use all the assets they have on offense. Designing a few plays and different formations may keep the defense off balance. The problem will be once the plays are used for Lamar, Flacco has to either become a blocker or a receiver, which probably won't go well. Defenses are fast so it may be more of using Lamar as a receiver and runner out of the backfield with various RPO's based on the defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 6 minutes ago, Kelly the Dog said: Schefter has an article out today with the headline The Ravens are in awe of Lamar Jackson. .great...so Flacco demands a trade and TBD gives birth to "bring 'em in" threads....better be a C-section....uh oh........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 They have to figure out ways to put Lamar out there. He’s too good not to be playing. I don’t think he takes Flacos job yet but eventually he will. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 1 minute ago, wppete said: They have to figure out ways to put Lamar out there. He’s too good not to be playing. I don’t think he takes Flacos job yet but eventually he will. ...assume p/k holder won't cut it then??......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 4 minutes ago, wppete said: They have to figure out ways to put Lamar out there. He’s too good not to be playing. I don’t think he takes Flacos job yet but eventually he will. Exactly. He is one of the greatest athletes to come out of college football since Vince Young, and he’s an electric playmaker. They’d be crazy to not find a role for him out there. Even if it’s just a few jet sweeps or gadget type plays here and there. Get the ball in his hands, or at least make the defense account for him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 4 minutes ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: Exactly. He is one of the greatest athletes to come out of college football since Vince Young, and he’s an electric playmaker. They’d be crazy to not find a role for him out there. Even if it’s just a few jet sweeps or gadget type plays here and there. Get the ball in his hands, or at least make the defense account for him. He’s faster than V Young, he might even be able to outrun the bill collectors! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 14 minutes ago, Augie said: He’s faster than V Young, he might even be able to outrun the bill collectors! With all that agent money he’s saving?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 2 minutes ago, Over 29 years of fanhood said: With all that agent money he’s saving?? Maybe he has momma on an allowance..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 2 hours ago, Zebrastripes said: I think it's a terrible idea for him to line up at other positions. Yes he is a great athlete but I don't think he has the body type to take the punishment of playing wr or rb. Or the mind to learn a full qb package PLUS 2-3 other positions in gimmick roles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 1 minute ago, NoSaint said: Or the mind to learn a full qb package PLUS 2-3 other positions in gimmick roles Every team has 500 plays in their playbook (even if it's 100 basic plays). The quarterback has to learn how to call them all and where everyone lines up and what they do on them all in a generic sense. The idea that it is taking time out of his ability to learn the playbook/offense because of the 10-20 gadget plays they may put him in IMO doesn't lessen his ability to learn the offense at all. It's the same thing as 10-20 other plays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greeneblitz Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Its pretty clear to most gms and scouts that have been quoted predraft feel that his value is not at qb, regardless what he or fans think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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