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The Nick Foles era (1 Viewer)

tkrull said:
Interesting read.  I lay a lot of the blame at the feet of Jeff Fisher.
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When you compare Foles, Bradford, Keenum, and Goff under Fisher and then under subsequent coaches, the difference is stark. All of them have performed much better after Jeff Fisher. Foles also had success before Jeff Fisher

 
tkrull said:
Interesting read.  I lay a lot of the blame at the feet of Jeff Fisher.
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Fisher certainly wasn’t helping, but nick really does need to be ensconced as a part of a machine.  If you have a well structured machine, he is a hell of a piston, but he is not an engine unto himself.

 
Long Ball Larry said:
Fisher certainly wasn’t helping, but nick really does need to be ensconced as a part of a machine.  If you have a well structured machine, he is a hell of a piston, but he is not an engine unto himself.
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Few are though, right? I mean, this is often said as a put-down of Foles, but unless you're some transcendent talent like Brady or Rodgers, you're only going to be as successful as the totality of the coaching staff around you, the offensive philosophy, offensive line etc. I think sometimes we underrate how important situation and environment is for these guys and if they can't transcend their situation we write them off as mediocre talents. 

 
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Coach Doug Pederson confirmed Nick Foles will start Week 2 against the Bucs.

Not a surprise at all, as Carson Wentz (knee) still has yet to be cleared for contact. Foles was dreadful in the opener, going 19-of-34 for a measly 117 yards and an interceptions, but the Eagles still escaped with a win. This is a good on-paper matchup, but Foles can't be trusted as more than a QB2.

Related: Carson Wentz

Sep 12 - 10:38 AM
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Long Ball Larry said:
Fisher certainly wasn’t helping, but nick really does need to be ensconced as a part of a machine.  If you have a well structured machine, he is a hell of a piston, but he is not an engine unto himself.
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With Nick's nickname, it is interesting that you compare him to a piston.

 
So, looking around the league at some of the guys starting, it appears that Nick Foles has a pretty decent chance of cashing out on Free Agency and competing for a starting job.  For instance, might a team like Jacksonville be interested in giving him a shot?

He doesn't have nearly the hype as a guy like Kirk Cousins, but unlike Kirk Cousins, Foles has actually proven himself on the big stage -- which could be intriguing for a team with a decent defense looking for proven quarterback if not a spectacular one.

Where do you think this guy ends up?  

 
Guess who's back?

How funny would it be if he won 3 games and got the Eagles to the playoffs? Would be in for a big payday from someone next year.

 
MikeApf said:
So, looking around the league at some of the guys starting, it appears that Nick Foles has a pretty decent chance of cashing out on Free Agency and competing for a starting job.  For instance, might a team like Jacksonville be interested in giving him a shot?

He doesn't have nearly the hype as a guy like Kirk Cousins, but unlike Kirk Cousins, Foles has actually proven himself on the big stage -- which could be intriguing for a team with a decent defense looking for proven quarterback if not a spectacular one.

Where do you think this guy ends up?  
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Washington. Ready to win now and it's a division rival

Eta: not saying Washington is a powerhouse. rather were winning their division and looked like a playoff team until they crapped the bed.

Also I think Jacksonville or Denver might pay up

 
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Dr. Dan said:
Washington. Ready to win now and it's a division rival

Eta: not saying Washington is a powerhouse. rather were winning their division and looked like a playoff team until they crapped the bed.

Also I think Jacksonville or Denver might pay up
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As a Redskins fan, I certainly would not mind seeing Foles in D.C.  As he showed last night, he certainly can play -- and as has been discussed -- he can also perform on the big stage.

On the other hand, I don't think the Redskins can afford to pay another big Free Agent QB salary at this point.  They are still on the hook for Alex Smith's contract, and I just don't see how they could continue to pay Smith + Foles, who is going to attract some attention from other clubs.

I believe the Redskins need to just draft a guy at this point.  Not only would this be a nice departure from the "sign a retread" strategy, but the young guy would be on a rookie contract while they finish paying up Smith, so as to alleviate the financial stress of the situation.

I hear people talking about Flacco to Jacksonville, but I'd definitely rather have Foles.  I think Denver is an intriguing idea as well, yes...not sure what kind of commitment they have to Keenum...

Also...Tampa?

 
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MikeApf said:
As a Redskins fan, I certainly would not mind seeing Foles in D.C.  As he showed last night, he certainly can play -- and as has been discussed -- he can also perform on the big stage.

On the other hand, I don't think the Redskins can afford to pay another big Free Agent QB salary at this point.  They are still on the hook for Alex Smith's contract, and I just don't see how they could continue to pay Smith + Foles, who is going to attract some attention from other clubs.

I believe the Redskins need to just draft a guy at this point.  Not only would this be a nice departure from the "sign a retread" strategy, but the young guy would be on a rookie contract while they finish paying up Smith, so as to alleviate the financial stress of the situation.

I hear people talking about Flacco to Jacksonville, but I'd definitely rather have Foles.  I think Denver is an intriguing idea as well, yes...not sure what kind of commitment they have to Keenum...

Also...Tampa?
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Giants?  It would allow them to avoid overpaying for a QB this draft, since no “franchise” guys are coming out, and let them work on patching up their OL instead.  

 
MikeApf said:
As a Redskins fan, I certainly would not mind seeing Foles in D.C.  As he showed last night, he certainly can play -- and as has been discussed -- he can also perform on the big stage.

On the other hand, I don't think the Redskins can afford to pay another big Free Agent QB salary at this point.  They are still on the hook for Alex Smith's contract, and I just don't see how they could continue to pay Smith + Foles, who is going to attract some attention from other clubs.

I believe the Redskins need to just draft a guy at this point.  Not only would this be a nice departure from the "sign a retread" strategy, but the young guy would be on a rookie contract while they finish paying up Smith, so as to alleviate the financial stress of the situation.

I hear people talking about Flacco to Jacksonville, but I'd definitely rather have Foles.  I think Denver is an intriguing idea as well, yes...not sure what kind of commitment they have to Keenum...

Also...Tampa?
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Yes, after realizing how bad the Smith contract is, I agree that the Redskins will end up having to draft someone

 
Jacksonville would be ideal, if they also didn't give Bortles that extension.  They're kinda stuck for next year too $$ wise.

There really isn't a huge market - this past year had a LOT of young QB's come in, and I think most teams are going to want to give them a chance.  If the Bucs move on from Winston, they might bring in Foles.   Bengals may move on from Dalton as well, but I don't see a huge difference between the two guys.

 
babydemon90 said:
Jacksonville would be ideal, if they also didn't give Bortles that extension.  They're kinda stuck for next year too $$ wise.

There really isn't a huge market - this past year had a LOT of young QB's come in, and I think most teams are going to want to give them a chance.  If the Bucs move on from Winston, they might bring in Foles.   Bengals may move on from Dalton as well, but I don't see a huge difference between the two guys.
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Jags will cut Bortles I think. They’re on hook for some money but can get out of some.

 
babydemon90 said:
Jacksonville would be ideal, if they also didn't give Bortles that extension.  They're kinda stuck for next year too $$ wise.

There really isn't a huge market - this past year had a LOT of young QB's come in, and I think most teams are going to want to give them a chance.  If the Bucs move on from Winston, they might bring in Foles.   Bengals may move on from Dalton as well, but I don't see a huge difference between the two guys.
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From rotoworld

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Jaguars plan to move on from Blake Bortles this offseason.

This feels obvious, but it wasn't a given after a surprise Bortles extension in February. Jacksonville is expected to make Bortles a post June cut — spreading his $16.5 million dead money over the next two years. After leading the Jaguars to the AFC Championship, Bortles hit rock bottom this season, but he should resurface in a backup role. The Jaguars will start over at quarterback. Dec 8 - 8:20 PM

 
Tool said:
Jags will cut Bortles I think. They’re on hook for some money but can get out of some.
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16.5 dead cap money.  If they release him post 6/1, they can split that up for 2 year 11.5/5 - still a huge cap hit though.

Maybe they'll decide to just eat it, they will still save ~5 million.  Thats a lot to eat though.  Whoever approved that extension probably needs to get fired.

 
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Odds for where Foles will end up from Bovada:

Giants: 11/5

Jaguars: 4/1

Redskins: 4/1

Dolphins: 5/1

Buccaneers: 7/1

Raiders: 19/2

Bengals: 19/2

Broncos: 19/2

 
Tool said:
Odds for where Foles will end up from Bovada:

Giants: 11/5

Jaguars: 4/1

Redskins: 4/1

Dolphins: 5/1

Buccaneers: 7/1

Raiders: 19/2

Bengals: 19/2

Broncos: 19/2
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I think Jags is a real possibility. I know he could go to the Skins or Giants but I think if all things are equal (i.e. money not far off), he'll go somewhere where he doesn't have to play Philly. Not because he's scared of them. Now if the Giants or Skins give him stupid money, then I can see him going.

 
Lascelle said:
I tried to pull the trigger on him over Allen.  Couldn't bring myself to do it.
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I cut Allen to pick Foles up yesterday.  He got the start over Winston for me and looks like a winning decision.  I had Watson in my other championship so I absolutely loved seeing that game today.

 
(RotoWire) Foles completed 35 of 49 passing attempts for 471 yards, four touchdowns and one interception in Sunday's 32-30 win over the Texans. He also rushed once for one yard. Analysis: Foles came up clutch once again, leading the Eagles down the field for a game-winning field goal despite briefly leaving after a vicious hit by Jadeveon Clowney on the game's final drive. His 471 passing yards set the Eagles' mark for most in a single game. With the 29-year-old playing so well once again, it's tough to believe he won't get another start in a very winnable Week 17 matchup at Washington while Carson Wentz continues to recover from a back injury.
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It's crazy that Foles' 7 TD effort a few years ago didn't surpass 471 yards. Weird they finally won a SB,  but the backup QB owns all the franchise single game passing records and the SB MVP, when you have a different franchise QB and previously had another 10 year franchise QB. Funny league. 

 
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