The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs

neugey · 12-07-2020, 11:28 AM

I trust in Payton to make the right QB decision, but if it were left to me I'd make opponents prepare for both of them more than before. I think it's situational. If we're up by 2 scores and the opponent ain't that great vs the run, let Taysom take over and ground and pound (albeit with Taysom on orders to focus on covering up the ball). If it's a 2-minute drill, then obviously Brees has to be in.

AsylumGuido · 12-07-2020, 11:40 AM

Originally Posted by neugey

I trust in Payton to make the right QB decision, but if it were left to me I'd make opponents prepare for both of them more than before. I think it's situational. If we're up by 2 scores and the opponent ain't that great vs the run, let Taysom take over and ground and pound (albeit with Taysom on orders to focus on covering up the ball). If it's a 2-minute drill, then obviously Brees has to be in.

Brees is at his very best when in a rhythm. In fact, he may be the best ever. When he returns he needs to be in there for virtually every play. As the old saying goes, if you have two QB's then you have none.

neugey · 12-07-2020, 11:50 AM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

Brees is at his very best when in a rhythm. In fact, he may be the best ever. When he returns he needs to be in there for virtually every play. As the old saying goes, if you have two QB's then you have none.

I somewhat disagree, because Drew and Taysom have a really great rapport and, unlike most other 2 QB situations, our locker room is strong and players love both QB's regardless out of who is out there. Drew is like our Phillips head screwdriver and yes will want him out there in most situations, but occasionally that flat-head screwdriver (Taysom) sure comes in handy.

AsylumGuido · 12-07-2020, 11:57 AM

Originally Posted by neugey

I somewhat disagree, because Drew and Taysom have a really great rapport and, unlike most other 2 QB situations, our locker room is strong and players love both QB's regardless out of who is out there. Drew is like our Phillips head screwdriver and yes will want him out there in most situations, but occasionally that flat-head screwdriver (Taysom) sure comes in handy.

I'm not talking about either of them having a personal issue with sharing time. I speaking of in game flow. Pulling Brees for a play has more often than not resulted in an interruption of flow and frequently killed drives. Sure, Taysom has had some big gainers, but we could have just as easily moved the ball with Brees' arm as with Taysom's legs. A novelty play here or there, fine. But anything more would in my opinion be detrimental.

vpheughan · 12-07-2020, 02:24 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

I'm not talking about either of them having a personal issue with sharing time. I speaking of in game flow. Pulling Brees for a play has more often than not resulted in an interruption of flow and frequently killed drives. Sure, Taysom has had some big gainers, but we could have just as easily moved the ball with Brees' arm as with Taysom's legs. A novelty play here or there, fine. But anything more would in my opinion be detrimental.

Remember Troy Aikman bemoaning the substitution of Hill for Brees against the Vikings Then hitting Harris for a 50 yd gain? Then blocked for the TD by Kamara on the next play. Taysom Hill kept the Saints "in the game" against the Vikings.

Boston Saint · 12-07-2020, 02:55 PM

I can only imagine how special it is being in the huddle with a guy who You know has passed for TDs, Blocked for TDs, Ran for TDs, caught slants across the middle for TDs, and been an ace on coverage to prevent TDs. If he wanted to play safety he’d be a pro bowler in 2 years.

TheOak · 12-07-2020, 04:37 PM

It doesn’t matter who starts each week, if one goes down we have very competent backup.

No need to debate who wants who. We are covered.

FinSaint · 12-08-2020, 01:08 AM

Originally Posted by TheOak

No need to debate who wants who.

...but isn't that the whole point of a discussion forum?

Rugby Saint II · 12-09-2020, 10:38 AM

Originally Posted by TheOak

It doesn’t matter who starts each week, if one goes down we have very competent backup.

No need to debate who wants who. We are covered.

We've got great home grown depth from our scouting department and coaches who can elevate a player if we need him to start.

12-07-2020, 11:28 AM	#1
neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,879 Blog Entries: 13	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs I trust in Payton to make the right QB decision, but if it were left to me I'd make opponents prepare for both of them more than before. I think it's situational. If we're up by 2 scores and the opponent ain't that great vs the run, let Taysom take over and ground and pound (albeit with Taysom on orders to focus on covering up the ball). If it's a 2-minute drill, then obviously Brees has to be in.

12-07-2020, 11:40 AM	#2
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,766	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs Originally Posted by neugey I trust in Payton to make the right QB decision, but if it were left to me I'd make opponents prepare for both of them more than before. I think it's situational. If we're up by 2 scores and the opponent ain't that great vs the run, let Taysom take over and ground and pound (albeit with Taysom on orders to focus on covering up the ball). If it's a 2-minute drill, then obviously Brees has to be in. Brees is at his very best when in a rhythm. In fact, he may be the best ever. When he returns he needs to be in there for virtually every play. As the old saying goes, if you have two QB's then you have none.

12-07-2020, 11:50 AM	#3
neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,879 Blog Entries: 13	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs Originally Posted by AsylumGuido Brees is at his very best when in a rhythm. In fact, he may be the best ever. When he returns he needs to be in there for virtually every play. As the old saying goes, if you have two QB's then you have none. I somewhat disagree, because Drew and Taysom have a really great rapport and, unlike most other 2 QB situations, our locker room is strong and players love both QB's regardless out of who is out there. Drew is like our Phillips head screwdriver and yes will want him out there in most situations, but occasionally that flat-head screwdriver (Taysom) sure comes in handy. Rugby Saint II likes this.

12-07-2020, 11:57 AM	#4
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,766	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs Originally Posted by neugey I somewhat disagree, because Drew and Taysom have a really great rapport and, unlike most other 2 QB situations, our locker room is strong and players love both QB's regardless out of who is out there. Drew is like our Phillips head screwdriver and yes will want him out there in most situations, but occasionally that flat-head screwdriver (Taysom) sure comes in handy. I'm not talking about either of them having a personal issue with sharing time. I speaking of in game flow. Pulling Brees for a play has more often than not resulted in an interruption of flow and frequently killed drives. Sure, Taysom has had some big gainers, but we could have just as easily moved the ball with Brees' arm as with Taysom's legs. A novelty play here or there, fine. But anything more would in my opinion be detrimental. Audiotom likes this.

12-07-2020, 02:24 PM	#5
vpheughan 1000 Posts + Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 4,561	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs Originally Posted by AsylumGuido I'm not talking about either of them having a personal issue with sharing time. I speaking of in game flow. Pulling Brees for a play has more often than not resulted in an interruption of flow and frequently killed drives. Sure, Taysom has had some big gainers, but we could have just as easily moved the ball with Brees' arm as with Taysom's legs. A novelty play here or there, fine. But anything more would in my opinion be detrimental. Remember Troy Aikman bemoaning the substitution of Hill for Brees against the Vikings Then hitting Harris for a 50 yd gain? Then blocked for the TD by Kamara on the next play. Taysom Hill kept the Saints "in the game" against the Vikings. Rugby Saint II likes this.
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12-07-2020, 02:55 PM	#6
Boston Saint 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 5,137	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs I can only imagine how special it is being in the huddle with a guy who You know has passed for TDs, Blocked for TDs, Ran for TDs, caught slants across the middle for TDs, and been an ace on coverage to prevent TDs. If he wanted to play safety he’d be a pro bowler in 2 years. SmashMouth likes this.

12-07-2020, 04:37 PM	#7
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,055	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs It doesn’t matter who starts each week, if one goes down we have very competent backup. No need to debate who wants who. We are covered. iceshack149, neugey and SmashMouth like this.

12-08-2020, 01:08 AM	#8
FinSaint Site Donor 2015 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Finland... formerly Southern Virginia Posts: 4,964	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs Originally Posted by TheOak No need to debate who wants who. ...but isn't that the whole point of a discussion forum? iceshack149 and K Major like this.

12-09-2020, 10:38 AM	#9
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,198	Re: The Saints are the 1st Team to get in the Playoffs Originally Posted by TheOak It doesn’t matter who starts each week, if one goes down we have very competent backup. No need to debate who wants who. We are covered. We've got great home grown depth from our scouting department and coaches who can elevate a player if we need him to start.