jetpac Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 https://www.si.com/nfl/falcons/.amp/news/atlanta-falcons-qb-desmond-ridder Dont hate the poster just thought i’d share. When asked about the fate of the quarterback position heading into next season, Falcons head coach Arthur Smith opted to continue hiding his cards regarding a decision. “I don’t think it’s smart business strategy ever to give away what your plan is. Everybody is trying to look at their free-agency boards, and there are a lot of decisions to be made. I think you’re in a bad organization if every day-to-day thing (you think) is out there,” Smith said to The Athletic. NashvilleFalcon01, Stevo, rudy and 3 others 2 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetpac Posted February 9 Author Share Posted February 9 My take is simple if that’s your guy (Ridder) you want to give him every reason to go in to the off-season confident and ready. I don’t know of any successful team that was so non committal to their “future starting” QB Brehus, 1989Fan, Boise Falcon Fan and 6 others 4 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Voice of Reason Posted February 9 Popular Post Share Posted February 9 47 minutes ago, jetpac said: I don’t know of any successful team that was so non committal to their “future starting” QB And I don’t know a successful team that reveals their plans just before the draft. Hard2BaBirdWachr, RetroRoq, Lionzblade and 46 others 27 21 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetpac Posted February 9 Author Share Posted February 9 20 minutes ago, Voice of Reason said: And I don’t know a successful team that reveals their plans just before the draft. Plans for? He specifically mentioned Free Agency. Also, any team concrete in there QB plans has no desire to be non-committal on their starting QB. AS was as bullish on Mariota being QB1 last off-season there was no need to question it. IJS Macknsweetjones 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tribal Chief Posted February 9 Popular Post Share Posted February 9 1 hour ago, jetpac said: My take is simple if that’s your guy (Ridder) you want to give him every reason to go in to the off-season confident and ready. I don’t know of any successful team that was so non committal to their “future starting” QB What if he has informed Ridder behind closed doors and blowing smoke to the media? Godzilla1985, Dirtier Bird, The Don™ and 28 others 20 9 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arturo.Zise Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 37 minutes ago, Voice of Reason said: And I don’t know a successful team that reveals their plans just before the draft. Gotta keep other teams thinking we might be gong QB at 8 if there is one there. Trade down currency becomes stronger. The Don™, Lionzblade, falconzfan4ever and 19 others 20 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetpac Posted February 9 Author Share Posted February 9 1 hour ago, Tribal Chief said: What if he has informed Ridder behind closed doors and blowing smoke to the media? It’s possible. But why blow smoke for Ridder? I’d assume it be easier to just say he’s the guy. No? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnrealfalcoN Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 5 minutes ago, jetpac said: It’s possible. But why blow smoke for Ridder? I’d assume it be easier to just say he’s the guy. No? Not when you want other teams to think about the possibility that you would sign or draft a top QB. AS wasn’t bullish on Mariota until preseason jetpac, Lionzblade, Marco102 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tribal Chief Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 16 minutes ago, jetpac said: It’s possible. But why blow smoke for Ridder? I’d assume it be easier to just say he’s the guy. No? Why not? Think about it. The entire sports world expects the Falcons to trade for Lamar Jackson. Why not allow them to keep thinking it so someone else will overpay? TheRisen999, ShoNuff, jetpac and 5 others 6 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etherdome Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 I don't see it the same way as the OP. I think it is smart to keep every player on your team on his toes. Ridder has work to do this off season. It is far better to keep him sharp and focused. It is also easier to attract a veteran QB via FA when that QB believes he has a competitive chance to earn the starting role. The Lamar Jackson rumors are out there, but I just don't think it is likely. The team needs to rebuild its roster. We all know that. Trading and spending for Jackson will cost valuable draft picks and plenty of cap space. It does not sound like a move this FO wold make. Time will tell, but I would go with Ridder in '23 and continue to improve the team. FalconJim, atljbo, PokerSteve and 8 others 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Doktor Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 I think you're reading way too much into this. Arthur Smith has a knack for saying absolutely nothing of value in a way that sounds veiled and weighted. Pretty much his modus operandi. 215FalconsFanatic, ShoNuff, falconidae and 14 others 14 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atljbo Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 9 minutes ago, etherdome said: I don't see it the same way as the OP. I think it is smart to keep every player on your team on his toes. Ridder has work to do this off season. It is far better to keep him sharp and focused. It is also easier to attract a veteran QB via FA when that QB believes he has a competitive chance to earn the starting role. The Lamar Jackson rumors are out there, but I just don't think it is likely. The team needs to rebuild its roster. We all know that. Trading and spending for Jackson will cost valuable draft picks and plenty of cap space. It does not sound like a move this FO wold make. Time will tell, but I would go with Ridder in '23 and continue to improve the team. I agree... I don't see this as a negative... They just like holding there cards close. If you heard the owner who is more talkative he basically said what he said... Mid-Nite-Toker, The Don™, Herr Doktor and 2 others 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Doktor Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 18 minutes ago, atljbo said: I agree... I don't see this as a negative... They just like holding there cards close. If you heard the owner who is more talkative he basically said what he said... Yep, our coaching staff does not have diarrhea of the mouth for sure. -Falcon4Ever-, FalconJim, Lionzblade and 2 others 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsJustMe Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 3 hours ago, Voice of Reason said: And I don’t know a successful team that reveals their plans just before the draft. ^I think It's more about this than anything else. FalconJim, -Falcon4Ever- and Herr Doktor 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aluminafalcon Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 Bill belichick response. Journalists hate it because it tells you absolutely nothing. Those that think ridder is starter find enough in statement to justify position and those that think we will draft of sign a fa starter at qb get enough to justify their. Position Herr Doktor, Lionzblade, RetroRoq and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 I'm a football coach. I don't say things that make sense. Now stop obsessing over this! jetpac, Herr Doktor, Flyin' In DC and 4 others 3 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheUsualStuff Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 I feel like we've already had this discussion. Herr Doktor, FalconJim, PokerSteve and 2 others 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flrybranch Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 Lying season officially starts Monday, but if your team didn't make the superbowl it really starts after your last game. PokerSteve, Lionzblade, FalconJim and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PriMeTiiMe Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 Why would he be? Lamar is the Falcons starting QB in 2023. RetroRoq, Flyin' In DC, Mid-Nite-Toker and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FentayeJones Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 20 minutes ago, TheUsualStuff said: I feel like we've already had this discussion. We did. This quote was posted last week during the East/West game practice. rounz and Herr Doktor 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RookieBird Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 It is so unrealistic to expect Arthur Smith to open up about anything concerning his views on players or anything else. He has yet to give out impressions,informatin, or anything else concerning players or his job. His press conferences are back and forth with the media where they ask questions and he doesn't answer them. If you want him to answer the way you think he should practice ventriloquism. Lionzblade, FalconJim, rounz and 1 other 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Doktor Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 34 minutes ago, Aluminafalcon said: Bill belichick response. Journalists hate it because it tells you absolutely nothing. Those that think ridder is starter find enough in statement to justify position and those that think we will draft of sign a fa starter at qb get enough to justify their. Position Mind games. Or more aptly, Psychological warfare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Doktor Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 8 minutes ago, PriMeTiiMe said: Why would he be? Lamar is the Falcons starting QB in 2023. Troll Level 100! FalconJim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Doktor Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 39 minutes ago, TheUsualStuff said: I feel like we've already had this discussion. Multiple times. TheUsualStuff and rounz 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francis York Morgan Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 5 hours ago, jetpac said: My take is simple if that’s your guy (Ridder) you want to give him every reason to go in to the off-season confident and ready. I don’t know of any successful team that was so non committal to their “future starting” QB It happens often. Jalen Hurts is the most salient and recent example. And if you say it's because they weren't totally sure themselves - all they did in the off-season was get Minshew, ie: a capable backup. Unless we swing big for LJ, I'm pretty confident that's what we've got planned as well. Mid-Nite-Toker, jetpac and FalconJim 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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