Quote:So you're saying they drafted another Gabbert?  No, Bortles is not drafted for his rookie season.  However, I fully expect someone who is drafted 3rd overall to at least beat out the WORST starting QB in the league.  If he can't even do that, shouldn't I at least worry about his potential?

 

First of all, I would argue that Chad Henne is not the "worst" QB in the league.  He might not be a star and not be anything special, but he is good enough to be starting for an NFL team, and would be a good backup for just about any team.

 

Second, I would put Henne up against ANY rookie quarterback coming into the league.  The transition from college football to the NFL is huge, and even though a player may have been good in college, it doesn't always translate to the NFL level.  Take a look at the beloved Tim Tebow.  Despite being a good athlete and a great college player, he's not on any NFL roster even as a practice player.

 

Finally, Blake doesn't have to "beat out" anybody.  His future is right in front of him, and it's just a matter of time before he is under center for the team.  I'll even go out there and say that he can't beat Chad Henne for the starting job, even if it was a competition.  Henne is a veteran and has actually played NFL football.  Blake is tasked with learning from him and developing.

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