mjt328 Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 This was a heartbreaking loss. Especially against a division rival. But we all need to keep in mind, this season was all about developing Josh Allen. And in my opinion, the last two weeks have been extremely encouraging from that perspective. Yes. He is still doing the majority of damage with his legs. The accuracy and communication with his receivers is still a work in progress. But the strides and improvements in his passing have been very apparent, especially since coming back from injury. Compare what we were seeing during the first month of the season, versus what we are seeing now. It's clear that Allen is starting to scan the field quicker, and finding open receivers down the field. That hesitation in the pocket has decreased by a split-second or two. The kind of throws that were coming only 1-2 times per game, are now coming 5-6 times per game. He's also learning how to navigate his way out of the pass rush and get back into throwing position, where earlier in the season he was always drifting backwards and scrambling prematurely. I think fans are also starting to understand why the Bills front office (along with many other teams) saw Allen as a Top-10 prospect. He's got the strength of Ben Roethlisberger when avoiding sacks, combined with the speed of the NFL's best scrambling quarterbacks, along with one of the strongest arms in the league. If he can even become above-average as a passer (and we put a decent offense around him), teams are going to have a really tough time defending him. 17 6
Steptide Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 Looked depleted in his post game pc. This dude is a gamer. I have no doubt he's gonna be great if he can continue to develop every week 2
Bangarang Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 He’s a mixed bag still. It will be much easier to get a good feel for his progress once we get some more weapons around him and strengthen the o-line 3
RalphWilson'sNewWar Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 Allen’s success won’t START until the running STOPS. its fools good. dont fall for it. he gets the BOTD because he is a Rookie. but his true success won’t START until the running STOPS. 2 1 6 1
RichardLee Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 (edited) What is the wobbly ball about?!?! Many of his passes were wobbly today... Edited December 2, 2018 by RichardLee 1 2 1
PIZ Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 Someone should really keep track of all the "fans" that continue to doubt that Josh Allen is going to be a stud. 4 2
PearlHowardman Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 10 minutes ago, mjt328 said: The accuracy and communication with his receivers is still a work in progress. Why do 7 out of 10 posters here admit that Josh Allen has a accuracy problem but then turn around and say how great Josh Allen is? I don't get it. Accuracy isn't something that you teach. 4 1
Bangarang Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, PIZ said: Someone should really keep track of all the "fans" that continue to doubt that Josh Allen is going to be a stud. So you’re not a fan of the team unless you believe he’s going to be great?
PearlHowardman Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 7 minutes ago, RichardLee said: What is the wobbly ball about?!?! Many of his passes were wobbly today... This^ 1 1
Teddy KGB Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 9 minutes ago, Bangarang said: He’s a mixed bag still. It will be much easier to get a good feel for his progress once we get some more weapons around him and strengthen the o-line A mixed bag ? Like a Playmaking bag that runs and throws ? 2 1 2
Bangarang Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 Just now, Teddy KGB said: A mixed bag ? Like a Playmaking bag that runs and throws ? A mixed bag of delicious treats and garbage.
mjt328 Posted December 2, 2018 Author Posted December 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, RalphWilson'sNewWar said: Allen’s success won’t START until the running STOPS. its fools good. dont fall for it. he gets the BOTD because he is a Rookie. but his true success won’t START until the running STOPS. The running is always going to be part of his game. Which is fine. Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson are both stars who have won Super Bowls, and rely heavily on their legs/mobility. The key for Josh Allen will be knowing WHEN to take off, and WHEN to scramble around the pocket to evade pressure, but still keep the passing play alive. Quarterbacks who run prematurely (and fail to develop in-pocket skills) are the ones that eventually struggle. See Robert Griffin III, Vince Young, etc. My point was that Allen is absolutely showing progress in this area. He's got a ways to go. But we are seeing improvement. 5
Hebert19 Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 As they said in post game. Kid is an athletic freak. 1
Success Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 Allen was amazing. Can’t believe all of the “but this and that pass weren’t perfect” stuff. 5 2
Beast Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 15 minutes ago, RalphWilson'sNewWar said: Allen’s success won’t START until the running STOPS. its fools good. dont fall for it. he gets the BOTD because he is a Rookie. but his true success won’t START until the running STOPS. Just stop. The kid is the closest thing we have seen to John Elway since Elway was young. His true success will include his running ability. 5 3
NickelCity Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 He's progressing nicely as a passer. He can carry the offense. We've been missing both for a long time. Can't wait for next season. 3
BillsFan692 Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 Honestly he was most dominant player on field today. He will get better future is bright. He has accuracy issue here and there more so when under pressure but a lot of guys do. No QB is perfect unless we are comparing them all to tom brady. Even Aaron Rodgers is having a ***** season 2 1
PIZ Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 5 minutes ago, Bangarang said: So you’re not a fan of the team unless you believe he’s going to be great? I didn't mean that. It just seems like fans either don't like McDermott or Beane, or their guy Rosen wasn't selected, or they are buying into the predraft hype that Allen's inaccuracy made him a 3rd round + pick. These last 2 games were not perfect by any means, but it seems clear to me anyway that Josh Allen is going to be a stud. I bet Jag fans would rather have Allen than Bottles and Fin fans would rather have Allen than Tannehill. Just my opinion on the post.
Teddy KGB Posted December 2, 2018 Posted December 2, 2018 5 minutes ago, Bangarang said: A mixed bag of delicious treats and garbage. The garbage being Clays drop ? The treat being Allen carrying the offense all day ? 4 1
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