It's...it's just the ugh article someone's editor probably made them write since Callahan said it would be a competition
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QB Cam Ward, TEN (2 Viewers)
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It's so ridiculous and negative how little fanfare Ward has received. It's definitely the least I've ever noticed of a top pick or top pick QB.
I've heard lots of reasons and they all seem like junk to me.
He's such a a good kid. He had a number of quotes anyone could have easily gushed over too.
He should have got his flowers. An absolute ton of rookie QBs have stunk year one. I bet there will be no shortage of news stories and tweets if he falters.
I would have a lot of fun if he was a guy that kept a chip on his shoulder and reminded people when they doubted him or didn't do this n that. He doesn't seem to be that way at all which is like yet another reason to like this kid.
It's really been surprising
I've heard lots of reasons and they all seem like junk to me.
He's such a a good kid. He had a number of quotes anyone could have easily gushed over too.
He should have got his flowers. An absolute ton of rookie QBs have stunk year one. I bet there will be no shortage of news stories and tweets if he falters.
I would have a lot of fun if he was a guy that kept a chip on his shoulder and reminded people when they doubted him or didn't do this n that. He doesn't seem to be that way at all which is like yet another reason to like this kid.
It's really been surprising
King of the Jungle
Footballguy
I do not disagree, but I think the lack of fanfare had more to do with the weakness of the QB class as a whole along with the fact that TEN really did not have a lot of visible options at the position and needed a QB (the Levis injury certainly added to this need). I think the lack of upper-tier prospects at the position watered down the excitement of Ward a little as some thought based on their room they were forced to make him their pick (versus having some options to choose from). Just a thought…
There's been several typical videos lately. Not much new.
One thing I love about him is when he throws an INT, he runs to the defender to ask him what he saw.
Callahan explained that he wanted him to be open and honest and he has been. They have a good rapport going learning what plays and throws he does or doesn't like
One thing I love about him is when he throws an INT, he runs to the defender to ask him what he saw.
Callahan explained that he wanted him to be open and honest and he has been. They have a good rapport going learning what plays and throws he does or doesn't like
His stats have been fine thru two days. He has a few INTs (one last ditch play) but no one seems to care.
After Malik and Levis, I guess that's something.
His type ridiculous athleticism is getting more common in the NFL but it's still kinda wow sometimes when he just flicks it and the ball goes so far.
After Malik and Levis, I guess that's something.
His type ridiculous athleticism is getting more common in the NFL but it's still kinda wow sometimes when he just flicks it and the ball goes so far.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
lol - he had the 1.03 also. I asked him “why not just deal me the 1.03 and take Hampton 1.02?” He said he wanted to keep his options open.Collusion!!
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Cody Barton is supposedly a very good LB against the pass. He's intercepted Ward three times and tipped several.
For now, I like that Ward plays like he's gotta do what he's gotta do. Ya can't play this game scared.
He's been running over to Lockett and Ridley on the sidelines after some plays. Remember it was the defense after INTs?
I really like hearing this. Everyone else just lines up again. It's a good different
For now, I like that Ward plays like he's gotta do what he's gotta do. Ya can't play this game scared.
He's been running over to Lockett and Ridley on the sidelines after some plays. Remember it was the defense after INTs?
I really like hearing this. Everyone else just lines up again. It's a good different
Greg Cosell impressed by Titans throwing the book at Cam Ward. Said teams don't always do that anymore.
He likes how he's responded and it looks like a very normal progression.
He noticed the timing and rhythm today. The pressure wasn't as much the defense but the offensive coaching staff and how they called it.
He likes how he's responded and it looks like a very normal progression.
He noticed the timing and rhythm today. The pressure wasn't as much the defense but the offensive coaching staff and how they called it.
darksideofoz
Footballguy
Really?
It's come up a whole lot this offseason and all sorts of names praise the guy. Is he no good in zone or man and great at the other? Trying to rationalize the difference
darksideofoz
Footballguy
not exactly sure. I got him as my LB5 (start 3) in a FA auction for a dynasty league I took over an orphaned team. Then I started finding more info about him.
DLF excerpt: "The fact that Cody Barton remains a fantasy-viable option in 2025 defies logic. He’s a reliable tackler and demonstrated significant improvement in run defense last year, but he’s a liability in coverage and should probably not be a starting option. Yet, here we are once again, with the veteran in position to lead his team in snaps at linebacker... "
excerpt from an article on footballguys in April: "Barton did earn career-best Pro Football Focus grades for total defense, run defense, and tackling last year. But among 100 LBs who played at least 200 snaps, Barton ranked just 52nd in overall grade and 71st in coverage grade."
Now, I have been seeing the fluff pieces about him doing well this offseason, in this thread and in other places. so, I am hopeful he is improving. I don't need him until bye weeks, or if injuries hit since I have 3 clearly better LBs that I'll be starting every week over him.
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Ward last three days- has no sense of timing, a bit off, nice rhythm today.
Very quick progression while a talented DC is urged to test him and throw the book at him. I couldn't be more ok with the mistakes.
The speed at which he learns really makes my mind wander. That is definitely a quality of the best quarterbacks when they were rookies.
Very quick progression while a talented DC is urged to test him and throw the book at him. I couldn't be more ok with the mistakes.
The speed at which he learns really makes my mind wander. That is definitely a quality of the best quarterbacks when they were rookies.
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