‘18-‘19 Lutz was money but his FG % wasn’t good for us in 3 seasons. % started dropping each year, missed 2021 and had a high cap. That led to bringing in rookie competition and Grupe showing more in 2023 preseason.
It was hard to tell what we were getting out of Lutz after preseason. I’m glad he had a resurgence in Denver
I like the competition. The way it should be. I just think Smyth will need more time kicking in game situation. One thing to do it in practice. This is where I kinda liked the world league they did. He could've went there and kicked and got real game time situations. But we will see how it pans out.
I think part of the reason Grupe beat out Lutz was the contract also. Played a big part in my opinion. Plus he's not a bad kicker.
I like the competition. The way it should be. I just think Smyth will need more time kicking in game situation. One thing to do it in practice. This is where I kinda liked the world league they did. He could've went there and kicked and got real game time situations. But we will see how it pans out.
I think part of the reason Grupe beat out Lutz was the contract also. Played a big part in my opinion. Plus he's not a bad kicker.