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Washington Commanders: Jason Campbell vs. Marc Brunell
Commanders fans seem content to support Brunell for now. After all, he did collect an impressive late season winning streak and playoff win. With the injuries and inconsistent play, however, there will always be a dangerous QB controversy tidal wave waiting in the shadows. Jason Campbell wasn't drafted in the first round only to warm the bench. He has shown promise at times in the preseason but it will take a regular season collapse before Skins fans start demanding the head of Brunell. Don't completely rule out Todd Collins as well. Gibbs loves his veteran quarterbacks.
Green Bay Packers: Aaron Rodgers vs. Brett Favre
When a 36-year-old quarterback throws nearly 30 interceptions, he probably can expect a clipboard the next season, but not when that quarterback is Brett Favre. Different rules apply in this QB feud, and even the loyal fans will back Favre through another 4-12 season. Aaron Rodgers will get his shot to follow famous names such as Danny White, Cliff Stoudt, Brian Griese, and Jay Fielder. What do all these guys have in common? They were all unlucky enough to follow legends! (Roger Staubach, Terry Bradshaw, John Elway, and Dan Marino) Rodgers should be happy that Green Bay is satisfied enough to ride out Favre until death, and hope that Favre throws so many picks that by the time of his retirement, fans will conveniently forget he once won four MVPs.
Dallas Cowboys: Tony Romo vs. Drew Bledsoe
It's amazing what one preseason game will do for your rep. Whenever Drew Bledsoe is in town, there's always a QB controversy. No one can tease you with his arm only to utterly disappoint you with the sacks and strong desire to force it to his wideouts no matter the cost. Romo has looked good in past preseason play, the only knock on him is that he has no regular experience and Bledsoe is one of Bill's guys. If Bledsoe suffers one of his famous late season slumps, don't be surprised to see Romo under center. If Bledsoe has protection, he should have a terrific year with TO added to the mix, enough to keep Romo out of the minds of Parcells and the fans.
Chicago Bears: Kyle Orton vs. Brian Griese vs. Rex Grossman
Here it is, my prediction on the first QB pulled this season. Rex Grossman has looked lackluster this preseason and he also looked questionable at times last year. Kyle Orton may not have looked spectacular last year but the kid won! Don't forget the underappreciated Brian Griese who has quietly collected one of the best career completion percentages among active players. The Bears have it all: defense, a running game, at least one hot shot receiver, some good offensive linemen, but they still need a quarterback. With a solid defense once again backing up the team, Luvie Smith can be liberal with his QB decisions. Look for at least one midseason replacement, and don't be surprised if all three players get a shot.
Matt Schaub vs. Michael Vick
It's amazing to think that someone of Michael Vick's talent could possibly be involved in a QB controversy but never say never. Matt Schaub is one of the hottest backups-ready-to-be-a-starter in years. Atlanta probably would have traded him already if they weren't so nervous about the inconsistent and often injured Vick. However, don't expect to see Schaub with serious minutes unless Vick goes down again. Mora can expect a rebellion if he tries to bench Vick, from the fans and probably the owner as well who benefits immensely from having one of the most marketable players in the NFL since Joe Montana.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Bruce Gradkowski vs. Chris Simms
Chris Simms looked firmly in place as the future quarterback of Tampa Bay after an impressive late season showing but don't look now, rookie Bruce Gradkowski is tearing it up in the preseason. For any fan, the grass is always greener when it comes to an unknown backup rookie QB. The reality of the situation is Gradkowski has yet to face another team's starting defense nor does Gruden have the same trust in him as he does with Simms who has collected valuable regular season experience. Still, Simms is a young QB himself, anything is possible. Gruden is a coach who won't hesitate to pull the trigger if he feels a personnel move will improve his offense.
Arizona Cardinals: Matt Leinart vs. Kurt Warner
This would have been a much bigger controversy if Leinart hadn't been foolish enough to holdout until the second preseason game. Leave it to USC to single-handedly destroy the rookie contract structure that has worked nicely for over a decade in the NFL. Every player who was once a #1 overall pick in Joe Bob's mock draft will now be demanding more guaranteed money thanks to Leinart and Bush. After that rant, I'd still be foolish to not predict a QB controversy with Leinart. He was the universal favorite for a QB in the 2006 draft ready to quickly take over a team. He played in a pro-style offense, he reads defenses far better than Vince Young, and even though it's often criticized, he does have an NFL arm. The best part is he's competing against Kurt Warner who is still living off of that miracle season in St. Louis. Warner was once the best story in football but he hasn't looked solid in years. He'll be on a short leash because Green has been in Arizona long enough now that the owner and fans expect results, especially with names like Fitzgerald, Boldin and James in the offense.
New York Jets: Kellen Clemens vs. Patrick Ramsey vs. Chad Pennington
Chad Pennington is a fan favorite, so at least he has that going for him, but this situation has a QB controversy written all over it. A veteran QB with injury problems, a once promising QB destroyed by learning the NFL under Steve Spurrier, and probably the most favored QB in this year's draft available after the 1st round. The Jets could have a lot of problems this year, especially now with the Curtis Martin situation up in the air. They lost several quality starters in the offseason due to salary cap woes. Their new coach may have no choice but to give some of the other quarterbacks a shot if the season quickly becomes a lost cause.
Detroit Lions: Josh McCown vs. Jon Kitna
What an exciting QB battle! Probably one of the more solid back-ups in the NFL (Jon Kitna) versus a player who may one day reach that same status. The Lions would be wise to pick the best man early and ride him out the entire season because there is no future QB waiting in the wings. Funny things happen when a team is losing so don't rule out any QB fights.
Miami Dolphins: Joey Harrington vs. Daunte Culpepper
It's Culpepper's job to lose. Everyone seems to have picked him as the savior for the Dolphins, but if he looks anywhere near as bad as he did in his last year with the Vikings, expect grumbling and demands for Joey Harrington. Culpepper has to prove he can read NFL defenses with Randy Moss not taking two, or even three defenders out of the equation. No matter how bad Harrington looked during his Detroit days, there will always be hope for a former high first round quarterback.
Buffalo Bills: Craig Nall vs. Kelly Holcomb vs. J.P. Losman
This might be the poor man's version of the New York Jets three-way quarterback battle. If you ever think your team has it bad at quarterback, go watch a Buffalo Bills game and you'll suddenly feel much better about your team. If Marv Levy finds a solid starter in these three, than I applaud his Super Bowl choking genius!
Jacksonville Jaguars: David Garrard vs. Byron Leftwich
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This was about to become a full-blown QB controversy until Garrard choked away the second preseason game. Leftwich is the black Drew Bledsoe. A rifle arm, perfect size, strong as hell and hard to take down, but no pocket presence whatsoever once it begins to break down and questionable decision-making when picking his targets. Garrard had a terrific winning record and led the Jags to the Playoffs in Leftwich's injury absence last season, and when Leftwich looked horrible in the first preseason week while Gerrard looked spectacular, there was a QB feud ready to ignite. A couple of turnovers by Garrard in preseason week two silenced the uproar, but keep your eyes on this one. Garrard is another backup in the mold of Matt Schaub who is just waiting for a high enough draft pick to convince the Jags to depart with him.
Tennessee Titans: Vince Young vs. Billy Volek
Sentiment amongst Titans fans is that Billy Volek won't win any games, and won't lose any games, he'll just provide a steady veteran presence while Young gets up to NFL speed. The Titans probably aren't going anywhere this season. Expect to see Young starting by week ten.
Oakland Raiders: Andrew Walter vs. Aaron Brooks
When Randy Moss publicly proclaims he likes your arm better, you know there is a QB battle in the making. Art Shell will probably go with the experienced Brooks for now, but expect this to play out like every other first year coach on a bad team. The coach goes with the veteran who gives him the best chance and to prove he wants to win now, but as the losses collect, it becomes time to build for the future. The only problem is there's a crazy coot named Al Davis who runs that organization and you can never predict anything with Al guiding the greatness of the "Raidahs!"
Denver Broncos: Jay Cutler vs. Jake Plummer
Broncos fans have the same spoiled attitude of any franchise that was blessed to have one of the best quarterbacks to ever grace the game. They expect greatness not mediocrity. Now that Plummer has realized interceptions are a bad thing in the NFL, Shanahan will ride him out as long as the wins keep coming, but with Cutler's strong preseason play, don't be surprised if he somehow falls into the picture midseason. Shanahan has a schitzophrenic view on quarterbacks -- "Bubby! No Griese! No, a $10 million signing bonus to Plummer!" -- and he'll gladly proclaim any new QB as the next great passer in Denver. The Broncos traded up in the first round for Cutler because they view him as their next Elway. The only question is when will he be allowed to prove it?
Commanders fans seem content to support Brunell for now. After all, he did collect an impressive late season winning streak and playoff win. With the injuries and inconsistent play, however, there will always be a dangerous QB controversy tidal wave waiting in the shadows. Jason Campbell wasn't drafted in the first round only to warm the bench. He has shown promise at times in the preseason but it will take a regular season collapse before Skins fans start demanding the head of Brunell. Don't completely rule out Todd Collins as well. Gibbs loves his veteran quarterbacks.
Green Bay Packers: Aaron Rodgers vs. Brett Favre
When a 36-year-old quarterback throws nearly 30 interceptions, he probably can expect a clipboard the next season, but not when that quarterback is Brett Favre. Different rules apply in this QB feud, and even the loyal fans will back Favre through another 4-12 season. Aaron Rodgers will get his shot to follow famous names such as Danny White, Cliff Stoudt, Brian Griese, and Jay Fielder. What do all these guys have in common? They were all unlucky enough to follow legends! (Roger Staubach, Terry Bradshaw, John Elway, and Dan Marino) Rodgers should be happy that Green Bay is satisfied enough to ride out Favre until death, and hope that Favre throws so many picks that by the time of his retirement, fans will conveniently forget he once won four MVPs.
Dallas Cowboys: Tony Romo vs. Drew Bledsoe
It's amazing what one preseason game will do for your rep. Whenever Drew Bledsoe is in town, there's always a QB controversy. No one can tease you with his arm only to utterly disappoint you with the sacks and strong desire to force it to his wideouts no matter the cost. Romo has looked good in past preseason play, the only knock on him is that he has no regular experience and Bledsoe is one of Bill's guys. If Bledsoe suffers one of his famous late season slumps, don't be surprised to see Romo under center. If Bledsoe has protection, he should have a terrific year with TO added to the mix, enough to keep Romo out of the minds of Parcells and the fans.
Chicago Bears: Kyle Orton vs. Brian Griese vs. Rex Grossman
Here it is, my prediction on the first QB pulled this season. Rex Grossman has looked lackluster this preseason and he also looked questionable at times last year. Kyle Orton may not have looked spectacular last year but the kid won! Don't forget the underappreciated Brian Griese who has quietly collected one of the best career completion percentages among active players. The Bears have it all: defense, a running game, at least one hot shot receiver, some good offensive linemen, but they still need a quarterback. With a solid defense once again backing up the team, Luvie Smith can be liberal with his QB decisions. Look for at least one midseason replacement, and don't be surprised if all three players get a shot.
Matt Schaub vs. Michael Vick
It's amazing to think that someone of Michael Vick's talent could possibly be involved in a QB controversy but never say never. Matt Schaub is one of the hottest backups-ready-to-be-a-starter in years. Atlanta probably would have traded him already if they weren't so nervous about the inconsistent and often injured Vick. However, don't expect to see Schaub with serious minutes unless Vick goes down again. Mora can expect a rebellion if he tries to bench Vick, from the fans and probably the owner as well who benefits immensely from having one of the most marketable players in the NFL since Joe Montana.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Bruce Gradkowski vs. Chris Simms
Chris Simms looked firmly in place as the future quarterback of Tampa Bay after an impressive late season showing but don't look now, rookie Bruce Gradkowski is tearing it up in the preseason. For any fan, the grass is always greener when it comes to an unknown backup rookie QB. The reality of the situation is Gradkowski has yet to face another team's starting defense nor does Gruden have the same trust in him as he does with Simms who has collected valuable regular season experience. Still, Simms is a young QB himself, anything is possible. Gruden is a coach who won't hesitate to pull the trigger if he feels a personnel move will improve his offense.
Arizona Cardinals: Matt Leinart vs. Kurt Warner
This would have been a much bigger controversy if Leinart hadn't been foolish enough to holdout until the second preseason game. Leave it to USC to single-handedly destroy the rookie contract structure that has worked nicely for over a decade in the NFL. Every player who was once a #1 overall pick in Joe Bob's mock draft will now be demanding more guaranteed money thanks to Leinart and Bush. After that rant, I'd still be foolish to not predict a QB controversy with Leinart. He was the universal favorite for a QB in the 2006 draft ready to quickly take over a team. He played in a pro-style offense, he reads defenses far better than Vince Young, and even though it's often criticized, he does have an NFL arm. The best part is he's competing against Kurt Warner who is still living off of that miracle season in St. Louis. Warner was once the best story in football but he hasn't looked solid in years. He'll be on a short leash because Green has been in Arizona long enough now that the owner and fans expect results, especially with names like Fitzgerald, Boldin and James in the offense.
New York Jets: Kellen Clemens vs. Patrick Ramsey vs. Chad Pennington
Chad Pennington is a fan favorite, so at least he has that going for him, but this situation has a QB controversy written all over it. A veteran QB with injury problems, a once promising QB destroyed by learning the NFL under Steve Spurrier, and probably the most favored QB in this year's draft available after the 1st round. The Jets could have a lot of problems this year, especially now with the Curtis Martin situation up in the air. They lost several quality starters in the offseason due to salary cap woes. Their new coach may have no choice but to give some of the other quarterbacks a shot if the season quickly becomes a lost cause.
Detroit Lions: Josh McCown vs. Jon Kitna
What an exciting QB battle! Probably one of the more solid back-ups in the NFL (Jon Kitna) versus a player who may one day reach that same status. The Lions would be wise to pick the best man early and ride him out the entire season because there is no future QB waiting in the wings. Funny things happen when a team is losing so don't rule out any QB fights.
Miami Dolphins: Joey Harrington vs. Daunte Culpepper
It's Culpepper's job to lose. Everyone seems to have picked him as the savior for the Dolphins, but if he looks anywhere near as bad as he did in his last year with the Vikings, expect grumbling and demands for Joey Harrington. Culpepper has to prove he can read NFL defenses with Randy Moss not taking two, or even three defenders out of the equation. No matter how bad Harrington looked during his Detroit days, there will always be hope for a former high first round quarterback.
Buffalo Bills: Craig Nall vs. Kelly Holcomb vs. J.P. Losman
This might be the poor man's version of the New York Jets three-way quarterback battle. If you ever think your team has it bad at quarterback, go watch a Buffalo Bills game and you'll suddenly feel much better about your team. If Marv Levy finds a solid starter in these three, than I applaud his Super Bowl choking genius!
Jacksonville Jaguars: David Garrard vs. Byron Leftwich
This was about to become a full-blown QB controversy until Garrard choked away the second preseason game. Leftwich is the black Drew Bledsoe. A rifle arm, perfect size, strong as hell and hard to take down, but no pocket presence whatsoever once it begins to break down and questionable decision-making when picking his targets. Garrard had a terrific winning record and led the Jags to the Playoffs in Leftwich's injury absence last season, and when Leftwich looked horrible in the first preseason week while Gerrard looked spectacular, there was a QB feud ready to ignite. A couple of turnovers by Garrard in preseason week two silenced the uproar, but keep your eyes on this one. Garrard is another backup in the mold of Matt Schaub who is just waiting for a high enough draft pick to convince the Jags to depart with him.
Tennessee Titans: Vince Young vs. Billy Volek
Sentiment amongst Titans fans is that Billy Volek won't win any games, and won't lose any games, he'll just provide a steady veteran presence while Young gets up to NFL speed. The Titans probably aren't going anywhere this season. Expect to see Young starting by week ten.
Oakland Raiders: Andrew Walter vs. Aaron Brooks
When Randy Moss publicly proclaims he likes your arm better, you know there is a QB battle in the making. Art Shell will probably go with the experienced Brooks for now, but expect this to play out like every other first year coach on a bad team. The coach goes with the veteran who gives him the best chance and to prove he wants to win now, but as the losses collect, it becomes time to build for the future. The only problem is there's a crazy coot named Al Davis who runs that organization and you can never predict anything with Al guiding the greatness of the "Raidahs!"
Denver Broncos: Jay Cutler vs. Jake Plummer
Broncos fans have the same spoiled attitude of any franchise that was blessed to have one of the best quarterbacks to ever grace the game. They expect greatness not mediocrity. Now that Plummer has realized interceptions are a bad thing in the NFL, Shanahan will ride him out as long as the wins keep coming, but with Cutler's strong preseason play, don't be surprised if he somehow falls into the picture midseason. Shanahan has a schitzophrenic view on quarterbacks -- "Bubby! No Griese! No, a $10 million signing bonus to Plummer!" -- and he'll gladly proclaim any new QB as the next great passer in Denver. The Broncos traded up in the first round for Cutler because they view him as their next Elway. The only question is when will he be allowed to prove it?
