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haha I`ll third that right on by the way Rodgers had a hard time last night because the 2nd string offensive line was breaking down and he had 2-3 defenders right in his face or sacking him the whole time.
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You're doing the exact same thing with Rodgers. I don't think you'll find anyone, except perhaps yourself and Wist, that doesn't think Rodgers has improved a huge amount from last preseason to this preseason.That's right, dismiss anything pertaining to reality and focus on a few positives but ignore the glaring negatives. When will fans learn that it takes more then a couple of "nice throws" to make an NFL QB?
At least Rodgers has positives you can point to and say "yes he's improved, that's a throw he probably doesn't make last year." What positives do you have about Martin, other than the fact that he's someone other than Rodgers.Go PACKComment
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I'll pile on and 5th it.Comment
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Let's see, what is his passer rating this preseason? He led the offense to their only touchdown of the game against one of the best defenses in the league with all their starters in. If he has a long ways to go then he is going to be AWESOME!!!!Originally posted by Merlin
And yes, I did watch the game. And yes, he made a mistake and the safety should have picked him. Other than that he had zero time to do anything on the last three drives. All other games he has been accurate, and made good decision even under pressure. He has looked very good so far. I don't see how you can say he hasn't.Fred's Slacks is a Winner!Comment
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Could`nt agree with ya more Fred. Last year I was very nervous at the thought of Rodgers being the possible heir to the throne. So far in what I`ve seen this seaon I`m starting to get a little more comfortable at thinking of him as being a pretty good starting QB. But its only preseason we`ll have to wait and see. Only time will tellOriginally posted by Fred's SlacksComment
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Merlin will say he hasn't becuase 1)He doesn't watch the games closely, and 2)He has such a deep seeded hate of Rodgers that he simply refuses to give Aaron any credit. Arron could lead GB to a Super Bowl and Merlin still woud say "Aaron is a bust". Merlin is a complete waste of space.Originally posted by Fred's SlacksComment
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I'm not sure its been discussed at all, and maybe its obvious to everyone, but the QB Thompson may not really have a shot at the roster anyway. If Favre isn't playing game 4, then they will need someone to take over when Rodgers is done. Thompson could be headed for the practice squad shortly after fulfilling those duties.Busting drunk drivers in Antarctica since 2006Comment
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Aaron Brooks, anyone? Sure, I wouldn't want him starting, or perhaps not even as a number 2, but as a number 3 insurance guy, why not? Or, do you think TT would want someome more developmental? He's familiar with the Packers and the offense."Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not his own facts." -Daniel Patrick MoynihanComment
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I think TT still realizes that we go as Brett goes (especially given our ground attack). If the unthinkable happens and Brett goes down, we'll sink or swim with Rodgers and pick up another #2. Other than that, he would just go develomental.Originally posted by Carolina_PackersigpicComment
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Merlin is taking a beating in this thread and after reading through it I have to say it is well deserved. Martin looked like crap and if he doesnt feel like trying harder then he aint worth a shit and needed to go. Why the hell have some slacker when a hungry player like Thompson wants his chance. Even if it isn't Thompson it should be a young guy that could someday develop into the top dog.
No to brooks!Comment
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All we need on the roster now is Favre and Rodgers. If one of them goes down, I can see us picking up another "Todd Bouman" type for an emergency situation, but why waste on spot on someone now. We potentially have two starting QB's on the team (I hope we do at least).Busting drunk drivers in Antarctica since 2006Comment
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TT said Martin is eligible for the practice squad, and they want a closer look at Thompson, so don't throw Ingle under the bus yet. He might keep one on the PS, or cut both, I think Thompson will end up on the PS. MM still has one more cut to make, maybe TT is trying to swing a trade?Thanks Ted!Comment
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First off anyone eligible for the practice squad is already thrown under the bus.
Marlin thought he was so slick bashing me for my take on winners and losers, defending Martin and this and that, well looks like I am right(as long as everyone thinks the packers are right) and Mr. Merlin was wrong!
Martin was having a terrible camp, he was a low round draft pick last year, and he had all year and OTAs to improve when he was the only healthy QB that was on the roster last year. Favre and Rodgers both missed time in mini camp because of injury, and Martin didn't do anything with the opportunity.
Most importantly he looked like shit on Thursday night when he wasn't handing the ball off to White. His pocket presence was not good, he wasn't getting the Packers in and out of the huddle when time was a factor, and his footwork was a bit shady.
I never compared Martin to Rodgers but there is a huge difference between the two, Rodgers was a first round draft pick that organization has huge expectations for. Martin's expectations were hopefully to be traded in the next couple of years for a higher pick than what he was select. The organization is going to be a little more patient with Rodgers than are with Martin. The fact is Rodgers has improved a great deal from last year, he as a good work ethic and character, two things that have been questioned about Martin.Comment
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I fail to see why everyone is getting so torqued up about a 3rd string QB.
It's not like Holiday couldn't serve as an emergency QB.
Anyway, if the game situation got to the point where we'd need the 3rd string QB, I'd be willing to bet all of you Martin/Thompson lovers would be here on Monday a.m. to T.J. Rubley his ass.
I don't really have a point with this post......I just wanted to mention T.J. Rubley.
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