We're being told Blake Bortles is being given time to develop this season, while Henne leads the team through the campaign. The right decision.


But assuming it turns out that way and Bortles isn't suddenly thrust into the action, what are the limits of learning from the sideline ?


He'll get the chance to learn the playbook, work with experienced players and have his mechanics tweaked by the coaches. But are there some things you can only learn from competitive matches ?


Or can 99% of it be leant without leaving the training field ?

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