Quote:Im not so sure. Usually when a guy sticks around the leage ala Kitna , Garrard , Carson Palmer , etc they prove themselves to be solid Qbs on a team and as having the ability to battle adversity as you'd want in a veteran QB. Gabbert has done neither and possesses none of the leadership , study habits (at least it doesnt show on the field) and certainly not the mental makeup to fight for a job week on week year in and year out as most backups do.

 

Guys stick around for two reasons. Either they're a safe pair of hands you can rely on to come in for a game or two because your starter is out and give the team a fighting chance, or they're a player you still hope will develop and play to their potential in a new environment.

 

The examples you give are all from category #1. Gabbert, to put it generously, isn't.

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