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A quarterback battle in training camp has become the "norm."
This year it is the old versus the young. A veteran against a second year player.
Monken had stated he would like to know early but the OTA's gave him no answer.
So when camp opens the battle begins.
IMO what SS did last year can be left in the past. He should begin this season with a clean slate. Last season he had little around him in the way of offensive tools. In addition, he was never expected to start and never had the normal preparation period.
Everyone knows the case of Watson.
So, now there is an entire new coaching staff and offensive scheme.
The offensive line has been rebuilt. The receiver room has added two high draft selections. Judkins will be healthy and ready to go.
Simply stated Monken wants to win games. He will start the player who gives him the best chance to win.
From my point of view unless it is clearly obvious that DW is better. SS should start.
DW can look fine in practice because he is a prototype first round selection. He has the tools of the trade. However, when facing live ammo IMO he will go back to the quarterback we have seen in a Brown's uniform.
SS will need to look the part in camp and show he has control of the offense and playbook. He will have to demonstrate that his flaw of a slow processing clock has been speeded up. The players will know who should start.
Let the battle begin. Let's get ready to rumble.
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Another year . Same story on offense . What QB is best to lead the offense ? 4 OCs in 5 years.
At least Todd Monken has a legit resume. Unlike Tommy Rhees. He was so overhyped.
I dont think it matters who the starter is . Both are bottom tier rated ranked QBs.
I think Watson will be the opening day starter. Just because is this the last chance
To validate the worst trade in NFL history . But I think Monken will run a ball control offense . And heavy TE sets . Its easier to establish run blocking than pass blocking when your entire online is overhauled .
Minken has his work cut out . Defenses are going to load the box . The oline abd WR rooms are totally rebuilt . Monken cant present a over complicated playbook . Sanders and Watson aren't exactly great at processing defenses .
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For me, it is a "hold-your-nose" competition. How much extra time will Monken need to budget for development over-book install? Hard to establish reliable metrics and standards for performance with this much green roster, low achieving, new coaches, and so much more. he can be ball control if we can run well enough. Our tradition of drive killers on offense is not to be taken lightly. I expect to be unhappy all season with QB play. Can our D keep us in? I think the answers will be obvious. I also think the questions will demand attention.Good luck, Coach Monken!
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Until a team plays real games it is really hard to evaluate a team.
The week they practice against another team is a good week to try and get a feel.
The reports can cover how the lines are holding up.
Camp is about reps and getting the execution of plays down.
You hope for no major injuries.
I think Monken will really be looking for the quarterback that gels with the team.
SS has to gain the trust and confidence of the offensive players.
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Unless Sanders can develop on the fly and show something this year, I don't think the whole 'Watson vs Sanders' thing means anything. Neither will be on the roster after next season, IMO.
Honestly, I wouldn't be all that surprised if our entire QB room was turned over going into next season.
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