Originally posted by WillistheWall:
Unless the lions gave him an extension he's a free agent this offseason. I'm not sayin, I'm just saying...
Unfortunately, they signed him to an extension shortly after they traded for him. They realized, unlike the 49ers that he has great value whether as a starter or a backup.
Originally posted by 9erfan4life:
Originally posted by Shaj:
Why did we have to trade Shaun Hill? He is perfect for the WCO, and could have been our starter next year while Harbaugh grooms a rookie.
I don't know if I should be more pissed at Sing (for not wanting to have competition for that lame ass Smith) or at Smith (for being such a lame ass that he can't have competition).
Do you guys agree that Hill could have been our starter next year? I know this is water under the bridge, but this one is killing me....
Hill is not a perfect fit for the west coast offense.
You need an accurate QB Hill was 13th in comp%
You need a quick footed QB Hill is old and slow with average footwork
You need a QB with a quick release Hill’s reaction time is below average
Not to mention he’s a backup who happened to start for two incredibly bad teams.
You really have no idea what you're talking about.
If Hill was those things you just described, he wouldn't be in the league. In reality, he has above average accuracy, great mobility in the pocket, and a very short release time. I understand he's an unassuming guy but more times than not he finds a way to get it done.
As for the original topic, it truly is a shame that he's not a 49er anymore because he would be perfect for this current scenario. Just look at him in Detroit right now, he had no issue taking a step back for Stafford and allowing them to groom him. That's the type of attitude you want out of a second string QB, and not only that but when his number is called he's more than capable of leading a team.
[ Edited by Hypocr1t1cal on Jan 16, 2011 at 10:20 PM ]