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Post by 2foolish on Jul 19, 2016 12:53:05 GMT -5
Assessing the New York Jets’ Christian Hackenberg
July 19, 2016 by Jake Schwabinger
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The uncertainty surrounding the New York Jets quarterback situation feels like a never ending, hopeless, almost comical conversation. One year after getting punched in the face by a teammate, Geno Smith is leading the pack to replace the departed Ryan Fitzpatrick.
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New York Jets second round draft pick Christian Hackenberg. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Fitzpatrick, who enjoyed moderate success in his first year in New York, has made it clear that business comes before football. As the former Harvard grad did in Buffalo, he has hedged his success as quarterback against the New York Jets. As a result the Jets are forced to make a difficult decision for the upcoming season. Although Geno Smith is the early leader, there are three other quarterbacks that are competing for the starting position next September. Of the four quarterbacks competing for the job, the most interesting prospect would have to be 2016 second round selection, Christian Hackenberg.
When considering the dynamic quartet of quarterbacks the New York Jets have at their disposal, it may be best to separate them into fractions. The first fraction would be high risk, high reward. Christian Hackenberg certainly fits this description. Although I am not a fan of the Jets infatuation with second round quarterbacks, I am in love with this pick. Hackenberg, the former number one ranked high school prospect, ran a 40 in 4.78 seconds and has shown some signs of an NFL ready quarterback. The key for the 6’5 prospect is to be in the right system. With Chan Gailey, the Jets offensive coordinator at his side, and the most dynamic one two combination of receivers in the NFL, this may just work. Hackenberg will not be able to run the read option like Cam Newton, however his impressive 40 will give him the mobility he needs to get him out of trouble when the pocket collapses. He’s a true 6’5, 230 pound quarterback that can stand in the pocket and sling the ball down field.
The biggest risk with Hackenberg lies in the alarming 103 times that he has been sacked in college. His tendency to hold onto the ball could arguably be his biggest downfall, but that’s not his only issue. His statistics and quarterback rating have been progressively worse year after year. His regression from his freshman year to his senior year under Penn State coach Bill O’Brien’s system is the biggest concern with Hackenberg. He went from a quarterback who knew how to move around in the pocket and utilize his arm strength, to a player who seemed confused and uncomfortable a majority of the time.
With all things considered, I would not be surprised if come mid season, Christian Hackenberg replaces the erratic Geno Smith.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 19, 2016 15:17:12 GMT -5
Well because Jake Schwabinginbuffalloballs said it.....
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Post by Mond the Bagnificient on Jul 19, 2016 16:00:02 GMT -5
Well because Jake Schwabinginbuffalloballs said it..... I'm going on the record right now - Hackenburg will be nothing more than a JAG / back-up. Put your name on it. |
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Post by HawkeyeJet on Jul 19, 2016 16:17:57 GMT -5
Well because Jake Schwabinginbuffalloballs said it..... I'm going on the record right now - Hackenburg will be nothing more than a JAG / back-up. Put your name on it. No offense, but that is stupid and why most fans are idiots. Being the first to "put your name on it" and then wait to say I told you so is dumb. Extremely dumb. |
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Post by Mond the Bagnificient on Jul 19, 2016 16:21:46 GMT -5
Don't get all butt hurt. Unless you're Hack's Mom, we're just having fun here.
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Post by greenwave on Jul 19, 2016 17:14:59 GMT -5
While it's just a fan opinion, would have been cool if this assessment has some assessing in it. Dude lays out a paragraph of faults and then says Hackenberg might replace Geno...at least bring a reason to the table other than his size and 40 time.
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Post by stlouiejetfan on Jul 19, 2016 17:19:32 GMT -5
Well because Jake Schwabinginbuffalloballs said it..... I'm going on the record right now - Hackenburg will be nothing more than a JAG / back-up. Put your name on it. Ok, Id like to play too. Hackenberg will be the QB that finally takes the Jets to a Superbowl victory after all these years. This is fun! |
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Post by Mond the Bagnificient on Jul 19, 2016 17:26:28 GMT -5
I'm going on the record right now - Hackenburg will be nothing more than a JAG / back-up. Put your name on it. Ok, Id like to play too. Hackenberg will be the QB that finally takes the Jets to a Superbowl victory after all these years. This is fun! You've been counted. |
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Post by 2foolish on Jul 19, 2016 17:36:46 GMT -5
did u see what i put in BOLD...this guy LOVES this pick...case closed...
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Post by jetstream23 on Jul 20, 2016 12:46:34 GMT -5
Hack is clearly a boom or bust player. I think he was a smart risk to take in Round 2. The physical tools are there, he looks like a potentially elite NFL QB with arm strength and had great success early in college. But my fear is that the "He was only bad because he got sacked so much and they changed the system" excuse won't hold water and we'll learn that his accuracy and INT shortcomings could be innate and not simply a product of having limited protection. In fact, we saw him throwing high in rookie minicamp with no pads and no pass rush.
Again, we're a team with no longterm QB so I like the risk/reward profile on taking him. We just have to wait and see.
I'm 100% fine with Geno, Petty, Hack for 2016. I know what Ryan Fitzpatrick is as a QB. He's not helping the Jets make a deep playoff run "Here in '16." I want to see a more mature Geno Smith get to play under Chan Gailey and with Marshall, Decker, Forte. Having Fitz in camp will reduce the reps and stunt the development of Petty and Hack.
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Post by nyjets1969 on Jul 20, 2016 13:05:34 GMT -5
I think HackenBerg might shock everyone here.His first year in Penn State the guy looked like the next big future NFL franchise QB. He was running a NFL offense with a great OL and a decent set of WRS Allen Robinson. Then it all came crashing down new coach the runs a option offense lost his big WRS and the OL. He pretty much happened all at once. I disagree about him holding onto the ball to long the guy didn't have time to throw the ball. Here's the risk, did him getting hit wreck him mechanics wise and physiologically? If not he could rebound into a very good QB. That's why this could be a very good pick to the level of the Jets having thir first true franchise QB since Namath. Sometime you need to take chances like this had this guy didn't lose his coach, OL and WRS he would have gone #1 in this year's draft.
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Post by JetRepulsion1 on Jul 20, 2016 13:40:41 GMT -5
Well because Jake Schwabinginbuffalloballs said it..... haha. Jake Shchekakljasfdjkasf. People grasping at straws about Hack. Someone no one ever heard of said hackenburger might be not so bad. Horray! |
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Post by Touchable on Jul 20, 2016 15:04:03 GMT -5
Hackenberg has his issues that he'll need to work out, but let's be honest here...if O'Brien is still coaching Penn State right now, then Hack would've probably been the #1 overall pick this year.
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Post by quantum on Aug 1, 2016 8:50:25 GMT -5
How good could someone whose last name starts with "HACK" actually be?!
common!
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Post by 2foolish on Aug 1, 2016 9:14:10 GMT -5
How good could someone whose last name starts with "HACK" actually be?! common! and quantum rhythms with 'i am ____'... |
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