Average QB's vs. Great QB's.

WhoDat · 01-27-2004, 01:28 PM

Actually, I would say that over the history of the NFL, you are correct, a good to great QB has made a difference. However, over the last four seasons, teams have been more successful with an average QB and a better supporting cast (and defense). In fact, an \"average\" QB has been in the Super Bowl all of the last four seasons, and of the 8 QBs represented, only Kurt Warner was considered a top 5 or 10 QB when he played in the Super Bowl. This shows an emerging trend. Maybe you\'re right Billy, maybe this is a blip on the radar screen and things will change. I contend that a strong running game and good defense have always been more important than who you have at QB throughout the history of the league. That remains constant today. If you\'ve got money to spend, spend it elsewhere. That\'s just my position.

There are always expections as well. Certain players are just \"special\" Hall of Fame type talents. These guys have the ability to transform a team. You know their names - Favre, Manning, Young, Montana. If you get lucky enough to find one of those rare leaders, that can elevate your team with both play and character, you hold on to him. Otherwise, the difference between Pennington and Hassleback, is, as we see, meaningless. So pay a guy who is consistent, cheap, and has average NFL physical talent.

01-27-2004, 01:28 PM	#1
WhoDat 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 5,631	Average QB's vs. Great QB's. Actually, I would say that over the history of the NFL, you are correct, a good to great QB has made a difference. However, over the last four seasons, teams have been more successful with an average QB and a better supporting cast (and defense). In fact, an \"average\" QB has been in the Super Bowl all of the last four seasons, and of the 8 QBs represented, only Kurt Warner was considered a top 5 or 10 QB when he played in the Super Bowl. This shows an emerging trend. Maybe you\'re right Billy, maybe this is a blip on the radar screen and things will change. I contend that a strong running game and good defense have always been more important than who you have at QB throughout the history of the league. That remains constant today. If you\'ve got money to spend, spend it elsewhere. That\'s just my position. There are always expections as well. Certain players are just \"special\" Hall of Fame type talents. These guys have the ability to transform a team. You know their names - Favre, Manning, Young, Montana. If you get lucky enough to find one of those rare leaders, that can elevate your team with both play and character, you hold on to him. Otherwise, the difference between Pennington and Hassleback, is, as we see, meaningless. So pay a guy who is consistent, cheap, and has average NFL physical talent.
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