Reports this morning that the plan is for Eli to start rest of season. I was part of the camp like most that obviously did not think they handled Eli situation well. With that said, I fully support Macs intention of evaluating guys when you're 2-10. You got to Davis Webb an opportunity here. Some will say he's not ready- so what? It will help accelerate his development.
Dude, I'm not trying to be an asshole, but look at the facts!
There are only three games left in the season, he hasn't dressed once, and that continues this week. He hasn't even been able to run as a 2 in practice. All he's doing are "drills" to help him learn to "practice" as a 2.
That's straight from the horses mouth yesterday.
Think about it. He's done as a future starter here because we are picking our future starter. Year two he's going to be, at best the #2 for a nanosecond. They are either going to bring Eli back or punt the year and find a cheaper vert journeyman who, while not as good as Eli, can act as a bridge and mentor for the true future #1. Maybe Webb can hold off that A#1 to be the backup, maybe not. Certainly if the journeyman goes down for more than a game or two, they are going to elevate the #1 pick and begin the Eli/Warner experience. They likely would also sign another journeyman to back him up. Year 3, the #1 pick begins his tenure. Webb might could be the backup but I would bet they still bring in a more experience guy to be the #2. Webb also is starting to get close to the area where they begin thinking they need to give him a new contract, but they've got no real view on him. Year 4, he's standing on the sideline hoping that the team we're playing has an opening on their roster the next year.
Impressive...
Impressive...
I don't get the kid gloves ready/not ready conversation. These are all men, put them out there and see if they swim.