Enough has been discussed about the Lance vs. Garoppolo debate that is inevitably going to be decided at one point. What specifically is going to change when Trey Lance takes over on Sundays?
Josh Allen's remarkable Monday night game vs us last Decemeber may represent what Shannahan is hoping to get from Lance. Allen was unstoppable, in part because of his size, strength, strong arm, and he didn't try to force things or make stupid throws. Our defense was strong and we played well, got lots of presure in the backfield, but Josh Allen was able to evade pressure and extend plays and he basically just did what he wanted to do, no matter how well we played. He looked unstoppable, and Shannhan's facial expression leaving the field after the game showed he understood there simply is no answer to qb play like that.
I remember too that Shannhan wanted to draft Allen back in 2017, if he had chosen to come out that year. 4 years later, we may our unstoppable qb.
I definitely think Shanahan was clearly looking at Allen when he made this pick. I think Trey can even be better… Allen’s inaccuracy was on a different level coming out of college. As well as his overall polish - even now, he still is among leaders in dropped INTs, etc (at least last season)… Trey already has strong decision making. So it’s super encouraging
That game was a playcalling clinic too though. Bills OC Brian Daboll (who won NFL Assistant Coach of the Year) was basically flawless in attacking our D. Allen brought the talent to execute the gameplan for sure, but that was a pure asskicking of X's & O's.
"Lance’s rushing ability is more likely to be utilized as a threat rather than an actual weapon." And I think that goes for his arm talent too. Our offense will be more dangerous simply because of what Lance CAN do, without even considering what he actually does. DC's will have to account for his deep ball, plays outside the pocket, and rushing ability, all of which means they have to focus less on stopping the run - and make no mistake this will always be a run-first team.
I think this tweet sums it best: when a former defensive lineman (and a good one, at that) has the reaction below, to the 49ers picking Lance, it definitely speaks volumes.
Excellent article. Excellent analysis. Looking forward to this year and eventually having Lance take over. But I do believe that Jimmy will be “fine” until he’s inevitably injured.
Funny how so many folks think Lance needs to achieve 100% mastery of the Shanahan playbook to pass Jimmy G in terms of being our best chance to win games. I don't see it as anywhere close to that.
Another amazing article, hard not to be excited for Lance future
Thanks boats
Thanks for this strong article.
Josh Allen's remarkable Monday night game vs us last Decemeber may represent what Shannahan is hoping to get from Lance. Allen was unstoppable, in part because of his size, strength, strong arm, and he didn't try to force things or make stupid throws. Our defense was strong and we played well, got lots of presure in the backfield, but Josh Allen was able to evade pressure and extend plays and he basically just did what he wanted to do, no matter how well we played. He looked unstoppable, and Shannhan's facial expression leaving the field after the game showed he understood there simply is no answer to qb play like that.
I remember too that Shannhan wanted to draft Allen back in 2017, if he had chosen to come out that year. 4 years later, we may our unstoppable qb.
I definitely think Shanahan was clearly looking at Allen when he made this pick. I think Trey can even be better… Allen’s inaccuracy was on a different level coming out of college. As well as his overall polish - even now, he still is among leaders in dropped INTs, etc (at least last season)… Trey already has strong decision making. So it’s super encouraging
That game was a playcalling clinic too though. Bills OC Brian Daboll (who won NFL Assistant Coach of the Year) was basically flawless in attacking our D. Allen brought the talent to execute the gameplan for sure, but that was a pure asskicking of X's & O's.
I think this hits the nail on the head perfectly:
"Lance’s rushing ability is more likely to be utilized as a threat rather than an actual weapon." And I think that goes for his arm talent too. Our offense will be more dangerous simply because of what Lance CAN do, without even considering what he actually does. DC's will have to account for his deep ball, plays outside the pocket, and rushing ability, all of which means they have to focus less on stopping the run - and make no mistake this will always be a run-first team.
I think this tweet sums it best: when a former defensive lineman (and a good one, at that) has the reaction below, to the 49ers picking Lance, it definitely speaks volumes.
https://twitter.com/JOEL9ONE/status/1387931168306130946
The threat alone is just nightmarish for teams to think about.
Thanks for another amazing article
thanks for the compliments!
Excellent article. Excellent analysis. Looking forward to this year and eventually having Lance take over. But I do believe that Jimmy will be “fine” until he’s inevitably injured.
Great stuff! Again, thank you for all you do.
Funny how so many folks think Lance needs to achieve 100% mastery of the Shanahan playbook to pass Jimmy G in terms of being our best chance to win games. I don't see it as anywhere close to that.