Comments on: Tarvaris Jackson deal has base value of $2.25 million

By: marlon70

marlon70 — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:47:07 +0000

Jackson is a very solid QB. The last 4 games of the 2008 season, Jackson replaced Frerotte, and Jackson had the best QB rating for that month of December of all QBs in the league with the exception of Peyton Manning, who had 120 rating while Jackson had 118. Jackson won 3 out of 4 games in Dec play and got the Vikes into the playoffs. If not for AP fumbling 3 times against ATL, they would have won all 4 games Jackson played in Dec. For SEA, Jackson played with a severe pectoral injury and still had a few 300 yard passing games(something he never did in Minn, because Brad Childress was a run first team). Jackson had a great run in 2011 with that injury beating very good defenses, but then he faultered near the end of the season losing 2 out of 3, so that is SEA drafted a very talented Russell Wilson. Jackson needs a new start. Example: Phil Simms in the late 80′s, when Bill Parcells(one of the greatest coaches and psychological guys with QBs) told Phil that he would not replace Phil if he would go out and take chances and try to win. That took pressure off Phil, and Phil had his greatest season not looking over his shoulder. Jackson needs a coach who will understand that Jackson needs the confidence of his coach.

By: gbmickey

gbmickey — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:18:38 +0000

This is a perfect example why the Bills struggle to build a winner.

By: sweetnlow44

sweetnlow44 — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 04:38:46 +0000

TJax really isn’t that bad of a qb. What keeps him from being a better than average qb is that he freezes under pressure. If that can ever be cured, he’d be a decent starter.

By: themackstrong

themackstrong — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 04:26:07 +0000

Our o-line was really struggling in Seattle the years he was here. He got beat up his last year but played through a bad injury and won a few games. Guys keep saying he’s the worst don’t really know how bad the bottom half is in the league. He is a better stop gap QB for quarter the money vs Fitz.

By: anarchopurplism

anarchopurplism — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 04:25:53 +0000

Ah, concussions for logicalvoice. That explains it.

I thought he was insane.

By: mccannagm

mccannagm — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 03:17:43 +0000

Cut Fitz now!!!

By: whatjusthapped

whatjusthapped — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:56:57 +0000

I use to think the Vikings were the dumbest franchise in the NFL for not only drafting Jackson but actually starting him.

Now I see the light, Buffalo is dumber than dumb. Is it a coincidence that both teams are 0-4 in Superbowls or does this sort of stupidity contribute to their futility?

By: badintent

badintent — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:31:53 +0000

@logicalvoicesays
You got that right. That’s why Pete shipped his ass out. Went with a rookie and the rest is history. Hawks and Russell second only to 49ers in the West

By: jaymo13

jaymo13 — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 01:32:37 +0000

How is anything Tarvaris Jackson does newsworthy?

By: glennsyank13

glennsyank13 — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 01:12:17 +0000

And yet he is still better than Ponder. Oh, the irony.

By: conormacleod

conormacleod — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:50:22 +0000

Good lord. TJax has absolutely earned more than he ever should have. Yes. I’m jealous.

By: getyourownname

getyourownname — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:05:59 +0000

logicalvoicesays says:
Feb 19, 2013 6:27 PM
It’s a shame my knee got hurt in my junior yr of HS because I kid you not, even I’m a better QB than Jackson.
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Don’t worry about the knee. It’s the ongoing concussion issues you should be concerned with.

By: EJ

EJ — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:37:39 +0000

I am hoping that Jackson does well and beats out Ryan Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick at times can be a very good QB, but he is not consistent enough to continue as a starter. As a back-up, he would be able to loan out his knowledge during games, giving the starter an edge. Fitzpatrick does a great job in reading the defense. So holding a clipboard, using his brain, he could be a vital part of making the team successful. If an injury arises, he would be able to come right in and supplant the starter with no problem. The only thing that would possibly get him cut is his salary. If he were to restructure his contract and take a pay cut, I’m sure the Bills would keep him for a quality back-up. As for Jackson, he needs to rid himself of his bad decision making under pressure. What he really needs is to have some confidence installed into him. A good coach will be able to do this. I’m not saying he is a definite Franchise QB, but he has a shot to make a new name for himself. For future insurance for Buffalo, they should spend a second or third round pick on a young QB, like Nassib,(good connection to the coaching staff) Glennon or Manuel. Having a QB in the works isn’t a bad idea at all.
I have confidence in Buddy Nix. As I’m sure many Bills Fans do. Go Bills!!!! #Billsmafia

By: matthewcarlson1

matthewcarlson1 — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:33:04 +0000

TJack has had his opportunities, he proved he isnt a starter. Can’t really feel bad for him.

By: logicalvoicesays

logicalvoicesays — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:27:27 +0000

It’s a shame my knee got hurt in my junior yr of HS because I kid you not, even I’m a better QB than Jackson. Sad to see such a mediocre player get so much money.

By: allnflfan

allnflfan — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:22:34 +0000

Tarvaris will be on the Bills’ roster for 2013, and Ryan Fitzpatrick will definitely not be. Jackson will fit with Marrone’s offense, and if history is any indication, the Eagles will be the landing spot for Ryan. (don’t they scoop up Buffalo’s cast off Tackles and QBs?) Sorry Trent!

By: onermedboxer

onermedboxer — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:06:38 +0000

All he’ll earn is $50,000. Poor guy