I agree with both you and @GunnerBill. I think this would still be better if we had that Diggs receiver. Also not sure this play design really suits what he is special at. Bailing pockets is also part of not trusting that blitz pickup. I dont think he trusts the safety blanket either. Legs were a big part of his game when this stuff happens but thats not working for him this season either. He is hesitant to run. He isnt escaping as good as he used to. Potentially he has lost a step. I also think McD driven some of that early dog he had. I dunno if that is for the good or bad but I can see it.
I don't want people thinking I am making excuses. The criticism is correct. Josh is a star, but I don't think he is ever going to be a precision guy like Tom Brady was. Its just not what makes Josh special.