I think the league has bent over too far to protect QBs and we see more of it every week. Eaton’s hit on Doug Flutie was brutal, but it was simply a football play, and he got 15 yards for it. Ditto Flowers for tackling Garcia near the sideline — but not out of bounds. This just continues a trend that is admirable but has just gotten out of control. Everyone wants to see the QB stay upright, but no one wants to see him treated like a piece of china. I think Van Pelt made some of the dumbest throws I’ve seen a QB make in a long time in San Francisco. Rob Johnson, your job looks secure to me.