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I think we're all in for a surprise, one way or another. The whole backup/future QB situation has left me confused.. The hype of Taysom, but playing him at so many different positions and special teams. Signing Bridgewater on a one-year rental. Brees probably coming back and Bridgewater probably leaving. It all makes for very interesting conversation and several potential scenarios. Payton has repeatedly stated that the future QB is in the building, and I do believe he said that before Bridgewater was signed. Was he serious, or was he just building confidence?
My thoughts. I think Payton is dead serious when he mentions Taysom's potential. We poached him from Green Bay's practice squad when they weren't specifically watching tape to find a QB. He's had 3 very good years of preseason play. We've seen him make some big-time throws during the regular season, win his share of QB challenges, and of course we know what he can do with his legs. I believe Payton would be comfortable with Hill as the QB if he is the best man for the job when the time comes. I don't believe it will come without competition, though. I think he's basically a very valuable player for us, who may prove to be good enough to man the full-time role of QB, but that part is yet to be determined.
My thoughts. I think Payton is dead serious when he mentions Taysom's potential. We poached him from Green Bay's practice squad when they weren't specifically watching tape to find a QB. He's had 3 very good years of preseason play. We've seen him make some big-time throws during the regular season, win his share of QB challenges, and of course we know what he can do with his legs. I believe Payton would be comfortable with Hill as the QB if he is the best man for the job when the time comes. I don't believe it will come without competition, though. I think he's basically a very valuable player for us, who may prove to be good enough to man the full-time role of QB, but that part is yet to be determined.