Whither Callahan

[HarveyWallbangers]

I don't know who thinks he'll be a star, but if he ever starts a regular season NFL game, that will be something coming from a guy who played in the anonymity of DIII football.

Can you imagine the Vikings picking him up once the Packers sign him to the PS?

But does he have more upside than Stave or Heinicke though? Most teams already have their starter and a veteran backup. Some carry a third on their active roster (usually a draft pick). Others carry a young guy on the PS. Not a lot of spots open.

[wist43]

He looked like a player in college, and he's looked like a player since he's been in camp.

He should have been drafted, and if he's released he won't make it to our PS.

[Patler]

... and if he's released he won't make it to our PS.

Do you think a team would claim him to be their #2, or just that they would be willing to use a roster spot for him as a #3?

[pbmax]

He looked like a player in college, and he's looked like a player since he's been in camp.

He should have been drafted, and if he's released he won't make it to our PS.

Aaron Murray looked like a player, got drafted in the 5th round and was released yesterday. You need something more than looks and a draft pick to protect a 3rd QB.

[Zool]

But does he have more upside than Stave....

How could he not? I probably have more upside than Big Game Joel

[HarveyWallbangers]

How could he not? I probably have more upside than Big Game Joel

Stave looks the part, being an athletic 6'5". Somebody will want to work with that. The Vikings announcers made it sound like Stave has been pretty solid.

[Zool]

Stave looks the part, being an athletic 6'5". Somebody will want to work with that. The Vikings announcers made it sound like Stave has been pretty solid.

He must have made some big strides in the last few months. I have 4 years of mediocrity burned into my brain.

[Patler]

McGinn isn't overly impressed:

Under center: Assuming Brett Hundley could make it through the Jacksonville game on his bum ankle, Callahan isn’t worthy of taking a roster berth from a seventh receiver or an additional offensive lineman.

The Packers can’t permit the minimal expectations associated with an NCAA Division III quarterback to affect their judgment of Callahan. Yes, he was much better than expected, but it’s hard to imagine entrusting a regular-season game to him.

He made some remarkable throws on the run and displayed almost a sixth sense for avoiding trouble. He’s also short (6-1), slow (4.98), inaccurate and holds the ball too long.

http://www.jsonline.com/story/sports...oven/89767576/

[Harlan Huckleby]

McGinn isn't overly impressed:

So you're saying he's a lock.

The mystery Of Whither Callahan runs deep. I can see him not even making a practice squad. A roster spot is also possible, although the Packers are an unlikely home for any #3.

ps. When did Stave become "athletic"?

[pbmax]

Nothing is athletic about Stave, I don't care what his measurables are. For evidence, I give you his 0% completion rate on throws he made while on the move in his 7 year college career.

[Fritz]

The tension surrounding the possible #3 QB mounts, which is a good sign if you're a Packer fan.

[vince]

Silverstein just posted on the JSO live blog that Callahan has made the team.

Happy for the kid. They don't need 3 on the 53 but he did earn it.

Congrats Harlan and JH (and others I'm sure but those are two I remember) for making that call.

[Fritz]

They must really like him if they didn't try to sneak him onto the PS. I wonder if you could tell him you were going to cut him, but also tell him that you'd pay him above the minimum if he'd sign up on your PS.

[Harlan Huckleby]

Congrats Harlan and JH (and others I'm sure but those are two I remember) for making that call.

I don't quite have bragging rights as I thought the Little Giant would wind up on another team's roster. Patler is still in the running for chest thumping privileges; it may be that Hundley is gimpy next week. Then again, it could be a short-lived triumph for Patler if Callahan sticks for the whole season.

It's even too soon to declare Joe Mailman a big loser. Callahan may yet find his way to the practice squad, providing Mailman with some face saving.

[vince]

I'd say they were concerned about someone claiming him.

He probably does allow the Packers to showcase Hundley next year and officially shop him. He'll be in the third year of a four year rookie deal. He has all the tools and still cheap...

Assuming good health, he could be a hot commodity about this time next year if they play their cards right.