tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post4365692117367192108..comments2024-03-11T20:55:07.393-07:00Comments on 17 Power, A Seattle Seahawks Blog: Is Matt Flynn An Upgrade?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-75674323629325241772012-01-12T13:10:57.147-08:002012-01-12T13:10:57.147-08:00If he had put up 16 games of excellent results, he...If he had put up 16 games of excellent results, he would be locked up to a long term contract and would never have the chance to hit the market as a UFA as he currently is.Ariashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12641938295377480063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-78467974798053869932012-01-09T18:00:34.382-08:002012-01-09T18:00:34.382-08:00I think Flynn would probably be an upgrade over Ja...I think Flynn would probably be an upgrade over Jackson, but I do not see Flynn as a point guard type. Mainly because he's well below average in terms of speed and athleticism, roughly on the same level as Landry Jones. He struggles to even escape the pocket, much less extend plays or run for the first on 3rd and 8.<br /><br />Flynn's arm and high number of tipped balls worry me too. Some of those are tipped at the line from a low throwing angle, while others are tipped at arrival due to reaching the target too slowly. If he had put up 16 games of excellent results despite those issues, that would be one thing. But he's only played in two games, so you really have to wonder if he can continue to narrowly avoid disaster over a larger sample.<br /><br />For the price of a free agent contract, I'd take no issue with his signing. Its risky, but for only cap space considerations, its worth it. However, if draft picks become involved, I'd hope the Seahawks walk away. A big investment in Flynn could easily become a fiasco, and cost someone their job in the process.Kip Earlywinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07226256849167085207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-24561430066980063972012-01-08T15:13:47.091-08:002012-01-08T15:13:47.091-08:00I agree, Anon...I think Flynn's best value to ...I agree, Anon...I think Flynn's best value to Seattle would be going to a QB-needy team like Cleveland or Washington and taking them out of RG3 sweepstakes for us. ;)Brandon Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03533683928083230398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-77646567497594738432012-01-08T13:29:06.340-08:002012-01-08T13:29:06.340-08:00As much as I like Tjack, he couldnt throw for 560 ...As much as I like Tjack, he couldnt throw for 560 yds and 6 TDs against a scout teamCap'n Gilzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04361199277085998273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-54158050036756433432012-01-08T12:58:09.796-08:002012-01-08T12:58:09.796-08:00I am not interested in giving $15 million per year...I am not interested in giving $15 million per year to a guy who hasn't proven that he can be an elite, full time starter in this league. Flynn and GB are hoping Seattle will pop for the money so they can collect the big pay day and compensation pick. He had a great day against Detroit. If he could play like that every time Green Bay would be starting him instead of Aaron Rogers. They certainly would have given him more starts to showcase him before his contract ran out.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-74990646444894857142012-01-08T09:57:45.792-08:002012-01-08T09:57:45.792-08:00Arm strength is of tremendous importance as the NF...Arm strength is of tremendous importance as the NFL shifts away from the run-based stuff of Joe Montana's day. You can analyze and decision a defense all day, but if you don't have the strength to zip the ball into tight windows, you become an interception risk and thus dependent on a timing or spread offense that's difficult to pull off. Weak arms can be schemed, but in general, having a strong arm is definitely a plus for punching through a defense and elevating your team.Brandon Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03533683928083230398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-28784698319049173932012-01-08T08:50:26.402-08:002012-01-08T08:50:26.402-08:00Agree with the last anon on the relative unimporta...Agree with the last anon on the relative unimportance of arm strength.<br /><br />One thing I'd add to his list or more important things, as yet another factor or as a clarification of what we mean by decision making and/or reading defenses is the quick recognition mentioned in the article.<br /><br />In my opinion, the main question re Flynn is how much he will cost us. I'd like to see him in Seahawks blue, but not at an unreasonable price.Mr Fishnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-69961151231975657202012-01-08T07:37:37.697-08:002012-01-08T07:37:37.697-08:00It doesn't take a rocket arm to be successful ...It doesn't take a rocket arm to be successful in the NFL otherwise Joe Montana, et al, would have been a flop. Accuracy, poise, decision making ability, and the ability to assess a defense and find the best matchups are far more important than sheer arm strength. Otherwise, TJax would be a superior quarterback.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-27494370067690817352012-01-08T06:19:15.628-08:002012-01-08T06:19:15.628-08:00I strongly disagree with your claim that Flynn'...I strongly disagree with your claim that Flynn's arm strength is below NFL average. In fact his arm strength is above NFL average and he has shown it on multiple occasions.<br /><br />Here is NFL.com Bucky Brooks on Flynn, who includes this about his arm strength:<br /><br />"Flynn's status as a late-round pick often obscures his talent as a passer, but from a physical perspective, he has all the goods. Flynn can make the requisite throws from the pocket with outstanding velocity, and his arm strength rates above average by pro standards."<br /><br />Further down under the section on his arm he states:<br /><br />"He also displayed excellent deep-ball touch and accuracy, connecting on a few vertical throws delivered to the receiver's outside shoulder. His ability to drop the ball in the bucket showcased precise ball placement and allowed his receivers to haul in passes despite defenders being nearby."<br /><br />Have a look at the article at:<br /><br />http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d825ab668/article/packers-backup-flynn-has-talent-of-toptier-qbAriashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12641938295377480063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-72842330000096099732012-01-07T19:26:25.912-08:002012-01-07T19:26:25.912-08:00Flynn just feels like yet another QB we'd be &...Flynn just feels like yet another QB we'd be "settling" for.Brandon Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03533683928083230398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-56202355985671092342012-01-07T17:02:09.392-08:002012-01-07T17:02:09.392-08:00I tend to agree with the post. We already have som...I tend to agree with the post. We already have someone who can play the position but isn't the final answer. Find a player you can get excited about and start him or groom him.Tezlinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-60960933144603082082012-01-07T14:59:46.064-08:002012-01-07T14:59:46.064-08:00@Jon If he is better than them, it isn't by a...@Jon If he is better than them, it isn't by a wide margin.<br /><br />@Anon. Flynn was more than adequate with mobility against Detroit's front 4. He would not be on Green Bay's team if they didn't like his mobility, it is a trait they value. And one easily seem in his limited NFL experience.Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03606055041796769662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-58243754388913317722012-01-07T14:44:16.317-08:002012-01-07T14:44:16.317-08:00We don't need the #1 QB. We just need somebody...We don't need the #1 QB. We just need somebody clearly better than Smith, Kolb, Skelton, and Bradford. Tarvaris Jackson isn't. Is Flynn?Jon Fairhursthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16589287703042509824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3012469417215497172.post-76154421225852173142012-01-07T14:14:56.372-08:002012-01-07T14:14:56.372-08:00Not sure about the mobility side of things, he doe...Not sure about the mobility side of things, he doesn't tend to extend plays and stays in the pocket - while he rarely runs bootlegs. I suspect the Seahawks are looking for a stronger arm and that ability to get out of the pocket on select play calls. They run a lot of developing routes that I'm not sure Flynn can exploit.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com