Tyrod Taylor

[GrimCoconut]

Tyrod, was in a tough spot playing behind Flacco because he has never missed a game and is very durable. I do think Tyrod is going to be just fine he had more than a couple of years in the NFL to just soak it all in and now he gets a chance to put it all together on the field. I wish him the best. I think if it is a true open competiton he has a good shot at being the starter in Buffalo.

I really hope he gets the job. Not only would it help us in terms of compensatory picks but it would also be great to see him do well outside of Joe's shadow. It would also help with QB recruitment to the team.

[Bltravens]

I hope he does well also, never root for a guy to fail that's just messed up as a human being.  But I do have to wonder what kind of shot Rex will give him.  He just had a QB similar to Tyrod in Geno Smith in New York and its safe to say Rex hated watching that once a week.

 

Cassel seems like exactly the QB Rex wants. Salty vet that doesn't make many mistakes and frankly doesn't want to throw the ball 30 times a game.

[FlocksGottaFeed]

Rex wants to create constant 7-8 men in the box situations by utilizing running threats like Shadey and an athletic QBs which will garner one-on-one match-ups with Watkins, Clay and Harvin.

 

They have to allow their investment in EJ to play-out; however with new ownership and coaches, Tyrod could eventual capture that starting role during training camp and/or early in the season.

 

IMO – Before season's end Tyrod will start.

[Ravenslifer]

I hope he does well also, never root for a guy to fail that's just messed up as a human being.  But I do have to wonder what kind of shot Rex will give him.  He just had a QB similar to Tyrod in Geno Smith in New York and its safe to say Rex hated watching that once a week.

 

Cassel seems like exactly the QB Rex wants. Salty vet that doesn't make many mistakes and frankly doesn't want to throw the ball 30 times a game.

 

The difference is though, that Smith was Idzik's pick - I think issues between Rex and Geno were simply that, whoever Rex has at QB, Rex wants to run the football and let his quarterback manage the game, meaning that 25 pass attempts is like the max he wants.  I think Idzik was pressing for more out of the QB position, and that's what Rex disliked.  I agree Cassel will probably start, but if he thinks Tyrod can complete enough passes to get by plus bring in that element of running, I could see Rex go with Tyrod at the end of the season just to see what's there.

[HoldingCall]

Cassel is closer to the traditional QB and has more game experience than both Tyrod and EJ Manuel put together. Hard to believe Cassel is already in his 11th season and has over 15,000 yards and 96 TDs. That doesn't mean the position is already his but, I think Tyrod has a steep uphill climb before getting on the field with the first team. If Tyrod gets playing time, I'll be much more interested in Bills games.

[FlocksGottaFeed]

Cassel is closer to the traditional QB and has more game experience than both Tyrod and EJ Manuel put together. Hard to believe Cassel is already in his 11th season and has over 15,000 yards and 96 TDs. That doesn't mean the position is already his but, I think Tyrod has a steep uphill climb before getting on the field with the first team. If Tyrod gets playing time, I'll be much more interested in Bills games.

New owner Terry Pegula, New GM Doug Whaley, New Coach Rex Ryan and New AC Greg Roman are about to do something special with 'SPLASH'! They didn't bring-in Tyrod not to compete for the starting spot.

 

Yes, they'll take a good look at EJ, but if what they agreed on (EJ's problem was the coaching – not him) doesn't show improvement – Tyrod is the answer. Cassel has established himself as an elite journeyman back-up QB, only. That's not aggressive enough for this owner, GM or coach. They are in it to win it. Not to have moral victories. They are gunslingers that took risks to build an alternative energy million dollar empire and boldly restructured a NHL franchise (Owner), a guy that has been one of top talent evaluators in game and boldly proclaimed “We've got to win now!” (GM), one of the most tenacious coaches in the game who will never 'kiss' The Cheatriot's rings (Coach) and 49er OC who supported the change from 'traditional' QB Smith to Kap to lead them to a Super Bowl. These guys aren't timid.

 

Tyrod wasn't brought there to carry a clipboard. He was chosen to Shock the World and/or Ride or Die! (Kap and Russell style)

 

Cassel will be a dependable back-up game manager if Tyrod is injured as a starter only until Tyrod gets back. EJ will be used if he can't.

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[Militant X 1]

Cassel is closer to the traditional QB and has more game experience than both Tyrod and EJ Manuel put together. Hard to believe Cassel is already in his 11th season and has over 15,000 yards and 96 TDs. That doesn't mean the position is already his but, I think Tyrod has a steep uphill climb before getting on the field with the first team. If Tyrod gets playing time, I'll be much more interested in Bills games.

 

I don't think that you can base what Tyrod does in Buffalo on how things went for him in Baltimore.  We all know that Tyrod never had any chance of getting significant playing time because of Joe's durability.  But in Buffalo?  Rex brought him in cause Tyrod is not only a veteran but he's the type of QB that fits the Bills read option scheme.

 

New owner Terry Pegula, New GM Doug Whaley, New Coach Rex Ryan and New AC Greg Roman are about to do something special with 'SPLASH'! They didn't bring-in Tyrod not to compete for the starting spot.

 

Yes, they'll take a good look at EJ, but if what they agreed on (EJ's problem was the coaching – not him) doesn't show improvement – Tyrod is the answer. Cassel has established himself as an elite journeyman back-up QB, only. That's not aggressive enough for this owner, GM or coach. They are in it to win it. Not to have moral victories. They are gunslingers that took risks to build an alternative energy million dollar empire and boldly restructured a NHL franchise (Owner), a guy that has been one of top talent evaluators in game and boldly proclaimed “We've got to win now!” (GM), one of the most tenacious coaches in the game who will never 'kiss' The Cheatriot's rings (Coach) and 49er OC who supported the change from 'traditional' QB Smith to Kap to lead them to a Super Bowl. These guys aren't timid.

 

Tyrod wasn't brought there to carry a clipboard. He was chosen to Shock the World and/or Ride or Die! (Kap and Russell style)

 

Cassel will be a dependable back-up game manager if Tyrod is injured as a starter only until Tyrod gets back. EJ will be used if he can't.

edit -typos.

 

I agree!

[Tru11]

tyrod sure got a legit chance to start.

 

 

he never ran with the 1st team offense in Baltimore because we had joe so we stil don't know what tyrod can bring to the table when given the chance.

 

ill be rooting for him to succeed.

[HoldingCall]

New owner Terry Pegula, New GM Doug Whaley, New Coach Rex Ryan and New AC Greg Roman are about to do something special with 'SPLASH'! They didn't bring-in Tyrod not to compete for the starting spot.

 

Yes, they'll take a good look at EJ, but if what they agreed on (EJ's problem was the coaching – not him) doesn't show improvement – Tyrod is the answer. Cassel has established himself as an elite journeyman back-up QB, only. That's not aggressive enough for this owner, GM or coach. They are in it to win it. Not to have moral victories. They are gunslingers that took risks to build an alternative energy million dollar empire and boldly restructured a NHL franchise (Owner), a guy that has been one of top talent evaluators in game and boldly proclaimed “We've got to win now!” (GM), one of the most tenacious coaches in the game who will never 'kiss' The Cheatriot's rings (Coach) and 49er OC who supported the change from 'traditional' QB Smith to Kap to lead them to a Super Bowl. These guys aren't timid.

 

Tyrod wasn't brought there to carry a clipboard. He was chosen to Shock the World and/or Ride or Die! (Kap and Russell style)

 

Cassel will be a dependable back-up game manager if Tyrod is injured as a starter only until Tyrod gets back. EJ will be used if he can't.

edit -typos.

 

Tyrod has work to do proving himself, was my point if for no other reason due to his lack of opportunity. If I wasn't clear, my apologies. I believe Rex expects them all to challenge for the job and did not bring in Cassel solely for backup duty. Whoever doesn't win the job will be relegated mostly to that backup position. I say mostly because I can envision both with play time.

[HoldingCall]

I don't think that you can base what Tyrod does in Buffalo on how things went for him in Baltimore.  We all know that Tyrod never had any chance of getting significant playing time because of Joe's durability.  But in Buffalo?  Rex brought him in cause Tyrod is not only a veteran but he's the type of QB that fits the Bills read option scheme.

 

 

I agree!

 

Oh, I believe Tyrod got it in him but due to not having much game time experience in the past few years, it could (should) take a while for his potential to fully show (practice does not equate to game experience); hence, the uphill climb. Tyrod may eventually start but I'd be surprised (but happy for him) if he starts right from the beginning.

[757RavensFan]

Both Tyrod and EJ Manuel are from my area (Hampton Roads, VA, 757).  Should be interesting to see that competition.  

[FlocksGottaFeed]

Tyrod has work to do proving himself, was my point if for no other reason due to his lack of opportunity. If I wasn't clear, my apologies. I believe Rex expects them all to challenge for the job and did not bring in Cassel solely for backup duty. Whoever doesn't win the job will be relegated mostly to that backup position. I say mostly because I can envision both with play time.

Hey, no apologies needed. We're cool. I'm just leaning more to the side that with 'gunslingers' like that Owner, GM, Coach and OC Tyrod is my front-runner for the position. There was no doubt of the confidence that Rex had for Michael Vick in New York. He constantly requested for Vick to be the starter even if he had a bad game. GM and ownership forced Geno back.

 

Now, imagine if you've been given free license to hand pick your starting QB and encourage a QB who broke ever record ever set by Michael Vick at his college (and he's younger, faster, more durable and has much, much better talent around him). Now, add in again, your OC from the 49ers was a key in making Kap a starter that evenually led to a Super Bowl appearance.

 

Today, Rex restated his commitment to 'ground and pound' and defense to win championships like the Ravens did when he was here and contined by saying, "...and you don't need a traditional QB to do it."

 

Agreed. If Tyrod shows that he's ready for the challenge this off-season (Rex and his OC) won't wait to pull the trigger this time around. Remember: Kap hadn't started a NFL game while on a winning team and that OC had no doubt leaving him in the starting position even when the 5th ranked QB was completely recovered from his injury.

 

imho - I just think Tyrod is the true front-runner although it's been reported as even right now.

[Militant X 1]

Tyrod has work to do proving himself, was my point if for no other reason due to his lack of opportunity. If I wasn't clear, my apologies. I believe Rex expects them all to challenge for the job and did not bring in Cassel solely for backup duty. Whoever doesn't win the job will be relegated mostly to that backup position. I say mostly because I can envision both with play time.

 

I agree with you!  Hopefully, Tyrod experience as a "backup" to Joe Flacco the past 4 years will fuel him to go out there and win that job.  IMO, he finally gets his opportunity to truly be the starting QB (something that would never happen for him in Baltimore).  He has a great chance to win that job in Buffalo and I'll be rooting for him to do so of course!  Lol!

 

Oh, I believe Tyrod got it in him but due to not having much game time experience in the past few years, it could (should) take a while for his potential to fully show (practice does not equate to game experience); hence, the uphill climb. Tyrod may eventually start but I'd be surprised (but happy for him) if he starts right from the beginning.

 

Good point!  I'm a firm believer in...the more playing time you get....the more improved you should be!  Tyrod never had any real significant playing time in Baltimore as you mentioned.  Therefore, if he "wins" and "earns" the starting job in Buffalo; he'll be the main focus and receive all of the reps in both practice and the game time.  His gameplay should improve!

 

Hey, no apologies needed. We're cool. I'm just leaning more to the side that with 'gunslingers' like that Owner, GM, Coach and OC Tyrod is my front-runner for the position. There was no doubt of the confidence that Rex had for Michael Vick in New York. He constantly requested for Vick to be the starter even if he had a bad game. GM and ownership forced Geno back.

 

Now, imagine if you've been given free license to hand pick your starting QB and encourage a QB who broke ever record ever set by Michael Vick at his college (and he's younger, faster, more durable and has much, much better talent around him). Now, add in again, your OC from the 49ers was a key in making Kap a starter that evenually led to a Super Bowl appearance.

 

Today, Rex restated his commitment to 'ground and pound' and defense to win championships like the Ravens did when he was here and contined by saying, "...and you don't need a traditional QB to do it."

 

Agreed. If Tyrod shows that he's ready for the challenge this off-season (Rex and his OC) won't wait to pull the trigger this time around. Remember: Kap hadn't started a NFL game while on a winning team and that OC had no doubt leaving him in the starting position even when the 5th ranked QB was completely recovered from his injury.

 

imho - I just think Tyrod is the true front-runner although it's been reported as even right now.

 

Yes sirrrrr!  I'm with you on this! 

 

I really want Tyrod to win that starting job and then do well because I feel that his talent has been held back in Baltimore.  IMO, RG3, Cam Newton, Kaepernick and Russell Wilson along with a Tyrod Taylor are the NFL's new breed of QB's that can run that read option and be a dual threat to either throw or run.  ANd that, is why I believe Rex and crew came after Tyrod.

[RedFire]

Go, Tyrod! No ego on him just worked hard. Remember when Troy Smith's agent said he would crawl to Cleveland during a playoff run? lol

 

Show those scrubs Manuel and Cassel what's good.

 

that's go enough reason to get rid of tyrod! i want a backup that wants to slit flacco's throat and take over the team...otherwise i'm paying for nothing. i want dude that wants to be the man!!! if flacco is montana...the backup needs to steve young!

 

Microsoft ceo said he wanted women that just worked hard when he was asked about raises and he caught a lot of flack! why does that backup have to sit back and JUST work hard?...they need to be going after spots and raises and trying to take snaps from Flacco in a special package. 

[Militant X 1]

that's go enough reason to get rid of tyrod! i want a backup that wants to slit flacco's throat and take over the team...otherwise i'm paying for nothing. i want dude that wants to be the man!!! if flacco is montana...the backup needs to steve young!

 

Microsoft ceo said he wanted women that just worked hard when he was asked about raises and he caught a lot of flack! why does that backup have to sit back and JUST work hard?...they need to be going after spots and raises and trying to take snaps from Flacco in a special package. 

 

No!  That's reason enough for Tyrod to get the hell out of Baltimore cause he would have NEVER started because Joe Flacco is the KING in Baltimore.  He's the golden boy there not Tyrod or any other backup for that matter!  He recently lead them to the Super Bow not Tyrod.  He won the MVP not Tyrod. 

 

So what you're saying sounds good and fierce and all but at the end of the day, the reality check is that as long as Flacco is the Ravens starting QB, no back up will usurp him UNLESS he's injured significantly. 

 

And, NONE OF US....INCLUDING ME (a huge Tyrod Taylor supporter) wants that!  I want Tyrod Taylor to do well in his new home.  4 years on the bench is long enough.  Time to unleash Tyrod "T-Mobile" Taylor on the entire league!

[RedFire]

No!  That's reason enough for Tyrod to get the hell out of Baltimore cause he would have NEVER started because Joe Flacco is the KING in Baltimore.  He's the golden boy there not Tyrod or any other backup for that matter!  He recently lead them to the Super Bow not Tyrod.  He won the MVP not Tyrod. 

 

So what you're saying sounds good and fierce and all but at the end of the day, the reality check is that as long as Flacco is the Ravens starting QB, no back up will usurp him UNLESS he's injured significantly. 

 

And, NONE OF US....INCLUDING ME (a huge Tyrod Taylor supporter) wants that!  I want Tyrod Taylor to do well in his new home.  4 years on the bench is long enough.  Time to unleash Tyrod "T-Mobile" Taylor on the entire league!

 

 

fair enough. but it seems hard to have a guy on the team comfortable being the backup. if you good...they will let you get a package and flacco just going to have to sit out some plays. 

 

like it mike vick was flacco's backup a few yrs back...bet he would get some snaps since vick proved to be a good qb/unique ability that you can't let rot on the bench. 

[Militant X 1]

fair enough. but it seems hard to have a guy on the team comfortable being the backup. if you good...they will let you get a package and flacco just going to have to sit out some plays. 

 

like it mike vick was flacco's backup a few yrs back...bet he would get some snaps since vick proved to be a good qb/unique ability that you can't let rot on the bench. 

 

Are you kidding Red?  Flacco is not a team player in that sense.  Here is what he had to say a few years back about running the Wildcat....

 

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24286746/joe-flacco-wildcat-makes-ravens-look-like-a-high-school-offense

[RedFire]

Are you kidding Red?  Flacco is not a team player in that sense.  Here is what he had to say a few years back about running the Wildcat....

 

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24286746/joe-flacco-wildcat-makes-ravens-look-like-a-high-school-offense

 

didn't read, but i remember he said we ain't running wild cat anymore and he just stood at the wr position. 

 

i mean we take joe out the game and he can do nothing on the sideline for those packages. 

[Tru11]

didn't read, but i remember he said we ain't running wild cat anymore and he just stood at the wr position. 

 

i mean we take joe out the game and he can do nothing on the sideline for those packages. 

 

doubt he will accept it lol.

[The Raven]

Are you kidding Red?  Flacco is not a team player in that sense.  Here is what he had to say a few years back about running the Wildcat....

 

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24286746/joe-flacco-wildcat-makes-ravens-look-like-a-high-school-offense

 

Um, no. He was asked by a reporter "what do the coaches have you do on those plays?" He said he's not blocking or anything. And he's right. Running the wildcat in the NFL makes you look like a high school team. So..

[1/28/01]

Um, no. He was asked by a reporter "what do the coaches have you do on those plays?" He said he's not blocking or anything. And he's right. Running the wildcat in the NFL makes you look like a high school team. So..

Agreed. And its been proven to be just a gimmick with no real merit at the NFL level.

[Militant X 1]

didn't read, but i remember he said we ain't running wild cat anymore and he just stood at the wr position. 

 

i mean we take joe out the game and he can do nothing on the sideline for those packages. 

 

Um, no. He was asked by a reporter "what do the coaches have you do on those plays?" He said he's not blocking or anything. And he's right. Running the wildcat in the NFL makes you look like a high school team. So..

 

I provided a link as to what Flacco had to say about the wildcat.  I myself never said that he said this or that.  So, your "Um no" in your response in quoting me was misplaced.  I believe you meant to quote Red.