Sisyphean Bills Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 If by people you mean GMs, coaches, scouts, etc. then yes, way too much stock is put into taking snaps from center. Taking snaps from center and properly executing various drops is what allows QBs to throw on time which is just a fancy way of saying when the receiver is making his break. This rhythm between a QB and his receivers is the key to the precision-timed passing game predominant in the NFL. It's why receivers need to run precise routes. It also helps OLmen execute blocks. If the QB isn't on time, then there is no hope for the passing game to succeed consistently. It all breaks down. It's all about timing. And the drop backs from center are key. It may indeed be easy to teach. But judging by how poorly so many QBs execute this fundamental skill, it is extremely difficult to master. QBing from the shotgun is a different animal altogether with regard to footwork. GO BILLS!!! You like to see a kid that's played in the shotgun actually try to take a snap from center and make proper drops because it is not on film. It's part of due diligence. Some QBs have spent their entire life in the shotgun and have no idea how to step away from center, etc. The guy may have put up staggering statistics and all, but when asked to take a 3 step drop, he trips over his own feet. It doesn't mean he sucks and is undraftable, but it does mean he's got work to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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