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Hey everyone. I have been a lurker since the Butt Fumble but I made this account because I wanted to here your opinions on this question:
On my way home from the last preseason game an analysis on the radio made an argument for the Pats would keep Mallet, even if Grop outplays him for the final two games of the preseason. The analysis claimed that a developing 3rd QB often gets the majority with the practice squad against the first team defense, which helps with adjusting to the speed of the game, working on mechanics and generally getting reps. Conversely, the backup QB does not get any (many?) reps and simply learns the specific game-plan the the first team O will execute. By this logic, it would be better for Grop's development if he is QB3.
I found that argument extremely interesting, but I have no idea if it is correct. What do you think? Assuming Brady stays healthy, would you expect Grop to have better development if he was QB3? Do you think this could save Mallet's spot?
On my way home from the last preseason game an analysis on the radio made an argument for the Pats would keep Mallet, even if Grop outplays him for the final two games of the preseason. The analysis claimed that a developing 3rd QB often gets the majority with the practice squad against the first team defense, which helps with adjusting to the speed of the game, working on mechanics and generally getting reps. Conversely, the backup QB does not get any (many?) reps and simply learns the specific game-plan the the first team O will execute. By this logic, it would be better for Grop's development if he is QB3.
I found that argument extremely interesting, but I have no idea if it is correct. What do you think? Assuming Brady stays healthy, would you expect Grop to have better development if he was QB3? Do you think this could save Mallet's spot?