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QB Teddy Bridgewater, DET (2 Viewers)
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SaintsInDome2006
Footballguy
I actually disagree with this. He can go mistake free, if that means no turnovers, but that's not the key. He needs to get rid of the ball much more quickly, that's what it will take.
Doug B
Footballguy
Bridgewater seems to make maybe his first two reads in the time it took for Brees to scan the entire field. And on top of that, Bridgewater doesn't seem comfortable throwing to covered guys who will (likely) have a step once the ball arrives. He can't count on receivers consistently having 5 yards of free space.
I don't know if all that are things endemic to Bridgewater's game, or if they're things that can/will improve with live reps.
Anarchy99
Footballguy
I agree with your assessment, but if the article is only looking for NO to go 3-3 while Brees is out, that probably is doable. They will potentially lose to SEA, DAL, and at CHI but should win against TB, ARI, and JAC. But if Teddy takes too long to make decisions than as you mentioned, suddenly those easier games may get a lot tougher.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
I predict the saints go 2-4 if Brees misses six games.
Twenty-Four Eighty-Four
Footballguy
https://www.rotoworld.com/football/nfl/player/10225/teddy-bridgewater
Coach Sean Payton refused to name Teddy Bridgewater as the Saints' Week 3 starter against the Seahawks.
When asked if he has to limit Taysom Hill's usage in other positions now that he's the No. 2 quarterback, Payton responded, "You're assuming he's the No. 2." Payton said he won't make an announcement to the media as to who will start in Seattle. The assumption has been Bridgewater will get the nod, but his leash likely isn't very long after his dreadful showing against the Rams in relief of Brees. Hill also outplayed Bridgewater in the preseason and is overall a far superior playmaker.
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Taysom Hill
SOURCE: Omar Ruiz on Twitter
Sep 18, 2019, 12:38 PM ET
Coach Sean Payton refused to name Teddy Bridgewater as the Saints' Week 3 starter against the Seahawks.
When asked if he has to limit Taysom Hill's usage in other positions now that he's the No. 2 quarterback, Payton responded, "You're assuming he's the No. 2." Payton said he won't make an announcement to the media as to who will start in Seattle. The assumption has been Bridgewater will get the nod, but his leash likely isn't very long after his dreadful showing against the Rams in relief of Brees. Hill also outplayed Bridgewater in the preseason and is overall a far superior playmaker.
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Taysom Hill
SOURCE: Omar Ruiz on Twitter
Sep 18, 2019, 12:38 PM ET
rockaction
Footballguy
Well, as someone who just bid 20% on him in Superflex, I'm a little peeved.
heckmanm
Footballguy
rockaction
Footballguy
I picked up Taysom Hill and had to cut a quality receiver, leaving me with only the requisite starters. I'm not exactly acquitting myself with calm roster moves here. But if Hill is their starter and looks like he did preseason, then it might be a good thing. I guess.
heckmanm
Footballguy
Hill already owned in mine. We have only Mason Rudolph and Luke Falk on the WW as likely starters.
The Darnold owner still has 2 QBs, but both have a week 6 bye. The Ben and Brees owners don't have a 2nd QB ATM, pending BB waivers tonight. I think there's going to be a bidding war.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
I’m a little surprised they’re not just going with Hill.
They know what Bridgewater is. They might as well trade for Eli Manning.
At least Hill has a spark of new school to him. I think he’s a baller. Up my prediction to 3-3 if Hill starts. Maybe 4-2.
in the least it’d make for a more compelling fan/TV experience.
They know what Bridgewater is. They might as well trade for Eli Manning.
At least Hill has a spark of new school to him. I think he’s a baller. Up my prediction to 3-3 if Hill starts. Maybe 4-2.
in the least it’d make for a more compelling fan/TV experience.
Apple Juice
Footballguy
I'm not giddy about Bridgewater's prospects but I'd be shocked if they start Hill. I haven't seen or heard anything to say he's a capable passer. Not to say he can't be but I assume they paid Bridgewater a bunch of money because they know Hill isn't a full-time caliber QB at this point.
All I know is that I'd have very, very little hope for Thomas if Hill is behind center. I'd probably bench him next week.
All I know is that I'd have very, very little hope for Thomas if Hill is behind center. I'd probably bench him next week.
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Anarchy99
Footballguy
Eli has said he will not waive his no trade clause under any circumstances. So that ain’t happening.
I still don’t see the Saints beating their three tough opponents without Brees (SEA, DAL, CHI).
Statorama
gangster
I can't read the mind of Coach Payton, but I'm hoping he doesn't believe either one of those guys is Brees. They're not. They shouldn't be game-planning either one of these guys like they would Brees, as it wouldn't be fair to anyone involved. Bridgewater needs to be Dilfer, and I think (I would hope) they're going to game plan him that way. Pound the ball, keep your third downs short, and keep the ball long enough to let your defense rest. Bridgewater is at his best when he's not asked to put the team on his shoulders.
In Bridgewater's favor this week is that he goes in knowing he's the guy. He takes the first team reps, watches film with coaches with him as the starter in mind, and gets a game plan more suited to his talents. There's also a LOT of offensive talent on the field to help him out.
In Bridgewater's favor this week is that he goes in knowing he's the guy. He takes the first team reps, watches film with coaches with him as the starter in mind, and gets a game plan more suited to his talents. There's also a LOT of offensive talent on the field to help him out.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
My assumption, especially after Payton’s comments, is that it might be a QBBC.
Those little gimmicky plays they’d run once every couple of drives might be one in every 3-4 plays now.
I wouldn’t be at all shocked to see Payton try that. Glorified wildcat with the benefit that Hill can pass better than Ronnie Brown.
rockaction
Footballguy
I think Payton is just playing games and lighting a fire under Teddy, but I had to add Hill once I'd invested that much FAAB in Teddy.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
It was just an example. Teddy ballgame is probably better at this stage of their careers.
rockaction
Footballguy
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
Unless Brees is out for the year I wouldn’t invest that heavily in either outside of Dynasty.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
rockaction
Footballguy
I gotcha. Superflex with byes. You're kind of giving up the ghost for two games if you don't.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
Statorama
gangster
I'd be shocked if Hill took the lion's share of snaps this week. He can throw deeper than either Brees or Bridgewater, and is the fastest guy on the field when he plays. There's a lot of Mike Vick in him.
rockaction
Footballguy
Statorama
gangster
No, he does some things well and is great in spots. But I don't think he's ready to be the man. Guys like that tend to get exposed (and tend to get injured) with overuse.
I meant to say he's more Mike Vick than Steve Young
rockaction
Footballguy
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
Pretty sure the Saints would be downright giddy if he’s Michael Vick.
Anarchy99
Footballguy
Here's a fun fact. SEA is 12-0 in September home games with Wilson playing. Probably just a coincidence, but an interesting tidbit none the less.
Doug B
Footballguy
This year in preseason, Hill passed well against 2s and 3s. Not like Brees, no, but like a QB that belonged in the NFL.
One caveat: in preseason, Payton only had Hill reading half of the field. So while he was successfully going through progressions and making reads, it wasn't the full set of them.
Casting Couch
Footballguy
Doug B
Footballguy
While we're drawing comparisons ... I figure Taysom Hill's short-term upside is something of a combo of Kordell Stewart and Mark Brunell. What they lacked in passing efficiency, they made up in extending passing plays and in their own rushing attempts. Not to say either guy was useless in the pocket -- Brunell even led the NFL in passing yardage his second year in Jacksonville.Hot Sauce Guy said:
To be in the same breath as Steve Young, Hill would have to get to the point of completing 2/3 of his passes consistently. Don't think he's there yet.
Biabreakable
Footballguy
Good luck Teddy!!
Don Hutson
Footballguy
I'm considering starting Teddy BridgeOverTroubledWater this week if Josh Allen can't go. Tampa Bay has given up the 3rd most points to opposing quarterbacks but the least points to opposing running backs. It's a classic example of starting an inferior talent because of an ideal matchup.
Don Hutson
Footballguy
Whoever starts at quarterback for the Jets could be a nice start, too. The secondary of the Eagles is decimated. They are missing 5 out of their top 6 cornerbacks. They've given up the second most points to opposing quarterbacks.
rockaction
Footballguy
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Footballguy
The Saints are not going to change their gameplan, no matter who they play. It's dink-and-dunk-and-pray until Brees comes back.
The Frankman
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