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JamesJM
but as I've said many times on this board - in one of the most miraculous occurrences of my life I was following Kurt Warner before he ever made the Ram's roster... watched, I think, every game he played in Europe.
Kurt had it. You could see it. I know you're not 'comparing' Kurt to Keenum but having seen Keenum now, unless he has regressed a LOT, NEVER showed anything like Kurt did.
Here's my take on Keenum - one of those who doesn't see him as the 'answer'. First... I could be wrong. That only doesn't bother me in the least to admit but I pray that it's true. In Keenum's debut last year he looked just abysmal to me. Horrid. By season's end, and just like several others have said on this board, he had 'won me over' in the sense that it was refreshing to see a Ram player on the field giving everything he had and doing so at all times. But I never saw anything in Keenum to make me think he was the 'answer'.
Today some people are posting old player analysis of Keenum when Keenum was coming in to the NFL.. their criticisms match perfectly with what I'm seeing from Keenum on the field. He's not a 'horrid' QB (like my first impression), or even close to that. I like having him on the roster, and as a 'backup' I think one would be hard pressed to do better... but as the 'starter' it seems to me the Ram's are behind the curve. We have to have better play from the QB position. - JamesJM
But I don't think anyone is offering him as an "answer" ,,, So in effect you;re chasing a strawman. I think the strongest claim made for him is that he's the best #2 the Rams have had for years and that he will do fine as placeholder and smart game manager (and of course it is possible to be bad or good as a game manager and he's a good one).
And what I am reading about him coming into the league matches what I see:
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He’s resilient, tough and very smart -- all qualities that cannot be measured by a scale or 40 time. Keenum makes quick decisions with astute pre-snap reads to have a clear understanding of what the defense is doing and where to distribute the football. He has a natural feel for the field and pocket with good passing vision despite his stature that is a shade under 6-foot-1. A mature, determined individual, Keenum is the son of a coach and has battled through multiple injuries, including an ACL tear in 2010 that ended his season.
If you compare Keenum to other quarterbacks in the NFL, he won’t match-up because his physical tools just aren’t up-to-par. But his resolve and heart are why he's still collecting a NFL paycheck and why he will start and play in his first professional game on Sunday.
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His accuracy is above-average and throws with very good touch. He is a surprisingly good athlete that is capable of extending plays with his feet.
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He is a good, mechanical thrower who makes quick decisions within the scheme. He understands how to read defenses and pick his spots in zones. He is an accurate thrower who puts good touch on his throws to lead his receivers. He is good to extend the play and work outside the pocket.
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Good short to intermediate accuracy. Makes quick decisions with the football, getting it out of his hands before defenders can get to him. Intelligent passer who makes good pre-snap reads. Efficient, over the top release. Good vision to locate passing lanes. Gutty and determined.
Shows some feel in the pocket and is athletic enough to move about and/or escape the pocket while keeping his eyes downfield. Is a coach's son and has all of the intangibles every team is looking for
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He's a solid athlete for the position who can buy time outside the pocket, throw well on the move and maintain accuracy underneath with a quick delivery of the football. He gets the ball out quickly, showcases natural anticipation skills and good ball location when forced to throw receivers open.
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-- Very accurate on his short to intermediate throws, completes a high percentage of his passes and puts his receivers in a position to get yards after the catch... Does a good job of buying time in the pocket with his feet, isn't fast, but moves well within the pocket... Throws a very catchable ball, very good with his touch throws... Good decision maker who rarely turns the ball over... Only threw five interceptions this year in 534 pass attempts (through the regular season)... True leader of the Houston offense and commands respect from his teammates.
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