Quote:He completely reworked his footwork and throwing mechanics so that he became a much stronger and more accurate thrower.  He significantly improved his lower body strength to allow him to better drive the ball (he was not a hard thrower coming out of college).   He learned the weekly work preparation and nuances of  film study, game planning and game plan installment needed in game week preparation.   He learned the strengths, weaknesses and tendencies of players/coaches around the league, particularly becoming familiar with division opponents he would face 6 times a year.    He completely learned the terminology and progressions of McCarthy's offense backwards and forwards so it was second nature by the time he took the field.  And he spent time daily throwing ot his WRs to develop timing and chemistry in practice.  

 

As opposed to being a starting QB, where you put in 60-70 hours a week just trying to implement the gameplan and preperation for the current week's opponent.  

 

 

what? 

 

......"<b>POSITIVES:</b> Athletic passer with the physical skills and mental intangibles needed to lead a franchise at the next level. Quickly sets up in the pocket, sells ball fakes and technically very sound. Poised under the rush, steps up to avoid defenders and works to keep the play alive. Patient, buys time in the pocket and waits for receivers to come free. Does an excellent job with his reads and natural looking off the safety. Does not make mental errors and throws the ball away rather than toss the errant pass. Times the short and intermediate throws well, as receivers rarely wait for the ball out of their breaks. Outstanding vision and immediately spots the open receiver. Possesses a quick release, live arm and zips the outs or gets the ball downfield. Throws with touch. Sits in the pocket and takes a big hit in order to get the pass off. Fleet-footed and picks up yardage with his legs when necessary.

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