I guess we've been spoiled by the GOAT. he thought Jimmy had a great pocket presence and I was like WTH was he watching? lol i mean really?
I think POLO had a spectacular game. I believe Belechick purposely set up the O-line scrubs to pummel Polo. I believe he had the OC call long developing plays to allow the Packers rush to get to POLO.
Like in 2008, when he tested Cassell, he wanted to test Polo's POISE under adverse circumstances,and at the same time measure the O-line scrubs against Packer starters. Polo completed 66% of his throws, didn't panic, and he didn't throw a INT, except one that should have been broken up by a competent receiver. He does throw a catchable ball, and his arm strength is acceptable, but not a rocket. His release is very good and very fast. But most of all he appears capable of playing QB where its important, between his ears.
Polo took the punishment and sacks without throwing the ball up for grabs, nor fumbling. He did this as a Sophomore, not a Junior with three + years of coaching like Cassell had. He had little college coaching, unlike Brady or Cassell, so the results are even more spectacular. He may not be a future Brady (who is?) but he can be a good QB off this scouting foray.
I would feel more sanguine if Polo was called on in the second half of the season rather then the first half, so he had another half year of pro grooming; but he won't be a disaster if he has to play sooner. He will likely have become a qualified QB, when TB hangs them up.
Once again Belechick has made a good Draft pick. IMHO.