Comments on: THE QB BLAST: Preseason Is About Individuals

By: Jeff Carlson

Jeff Carlson — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:53:42 +0000

I have talked about getting Josh Johnson on the field a number of times the last couple of years and NOT ONCE have I ever suggested doing it by taking Josh Freeman off the field. I want them both in the game at the SAME TIME with Johnson in motion, thus making the defense react to his speed and creating bigger holes to throw in for Freeman. And giving to Johnson sometimes with a run/pass option would do the same thing and give defenses much more to practice defending during their game planning.

By: Dave

Dave — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:49:38 +0000

I have no problem getting Johnson on the field to get 3-4 touches a game to either pass or run, but to take Freeman out is ridiculous. He shows all the signs of being an elite QB and has been amazing in the 4th.

You do not take out elite QBs. Get Johnson in there a little to showcase him for a trade is about all I would do.

I never saw Manning or Brady or Brees or any other top QB coming out in place of a runner who might… possibly… add a differrent dimension.

By: hfxbuc

hfxbuc — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:30:08 +0000

Freeman is the man and he shouldn’t be taken out for Johnson, but getting Johnson on the field will only increase his demand and if we slap him with the Franchise next season there is a good chance we get a #1 or #2 pick for him a la Matt Schaub or Charlie Whitehorse… QB’s are the most valued commodity and Johnson is going to be in demand lets hope we capitalize on that

By: OAR

OAR — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:34:48 +0000

Must say, I agree on both counts!
BTW It’s sad what the NFL is slowly becoming, which The National Flagball(dual meaning intended!) League!

By: Eric

Eric — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:55:23 +0000

They should absolutely use Johnson, his running ability is Vick-like.

Imagine using him near the end of a game when the opposing teams Dl is tired?

“Instant Offense”

By: Apple Roof Cleaning

Apple Roof Cleaning — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:44:47 +0000

Thanks Jeff, I agree 100 percent with what you said this time. As good as Freeman is, Josh adds a different dimension to Tampa’s offense, and is a nightmare for opposing teams to plan for!

By: Pete Dutcher

Pete Dutcher — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:07:58 +0000

Great post, Jeff. I found myself disagreeing with you a time or two last year, but this is spot on.