Since you're one of the few here who can give a QB like Cam an honest take, and not be mad that he has a bit of an ego (show me a QB who doesn't and I'll show you a QB who isn't in the NFL), do you have any input on how he looks in the pocket as of late? It's hard for me to get a read when I never really watch him, see a lot of hate, but see some good stats. Is he good at going through reads, good poise, etc.? Does his running still seem powerful/a threat? Or do you expect them to keep him in the pocket as much as possible?
So Cam went through a ton the last few years. Shoulder, foot & other injuries. Changed his approach to eating & health. At times his OL was trash in Carolina. And has been working on perfecting a new throwing motion.
From what I've seen, after watching him the last time around. He's trying to become a more full body passer and be more efficient in his weight transfer. I also noticed a slightly more arching throwing motion. As opposed to his see and strike-like motion before.
I see a smooth and easy transition in terms of Cam and our running game as well. His style, staples of our running game. I love it, *IF* we're healthy.
A healthy OL, Cam & RB corp with this defense is absolutely good enough to male some noise and win the division. With this coaching staff. Sure a lot hinges on health but this team could be very fun and actually win. Again health will be the word of the year if there's a season but *if* healthy, this might be Cam's best OL? Idk I'm very excited about the potential OL and what they bring. Especially if Thuney stays. Monster potential there.
He's a legit pocket passer. Can read pre-snap and adjust post-snap. Can go through reads/progressions/concepts. Arm is still more than "good enough". Still has plenty of velocity, strength & accuracy.
Cam is absolutely a "pass first" QB. I've always admired his pocket presence-feel for pressure. Maneuvering the pocket and willingness to take a beating to make plays.
Again a lot depends on health but this is a former Heisman, MVP, SB, QB who clearly has something to prove. On a one year-prove it deal. You can't pass that up.
If Cam is healthy he's our QB1, easy and that's not necessarily a bad thing for Stidham.
A)It's only a one year deal.
B)Stid has to learn and earn the spot.
C)Cam has missed games so Stid has to know he could still get his shot.
Stid wasn't going to be given anything. This could valuable experience and if he's really a winner he'll use it as motivation.
I'm very excited to see how Bill, Josh & co use a mobile QB like Cam. I've said that a few times before. I really want to see how Bill approaches it. You have keep Cam healthy but the combo of his legs & size are unmatched at the position.
Very excited to see us incorporate Cam in our running game. Particularly QB Power, QB outside zone, FB options with Vitale, Keene ...
Love to us use White & Edleman in a package out of the backfield together. Same for Rex & White. I think a healthy Rex could be very useful with Cam. Man we really need Sony or Harris to step up too in the passing game. Sony faced a loaded box like 190 times last year, top 3-5. Too predictable.
Our offense could be fun. I mentioned health a million times but that's what it'll come down too.
Some Cam clips/highlights ...
Also Cam isn't a bad guy at all. I really hope people give him a chance. Dude does a lot for charity, a lot you'll never hear about. Yea he's a lil different but who cares? He's not a punk or trouble maker. I've never heard of anything that would give me pause. There are NO character issues or concerns. Please don't be that guy/fan.
If his outfits are the worst thing about him than you're just looking for things to get upset about. He works very hard. Obviously loves the game and has plenty of $. Signing here tells me he's about winning. About getting better and takes his job seriously. Just like Stidham Bill isn't handing him anything. Again, give the guy a chance and support our new QB.