Want to give a young quarterback a huge boost of confidence? Well, if you’re Sean Payton, that means you cut the veteran guy who was signed to be the #2 quarterback (Patrick Ramsey) and promote that youngster (Chase Daniel) after a very strong preseason.
A few weeks ago, this scenario was discussed, but seemed unlikely. But, as I said in that previous writing, Sean Payton is not one who is known for doing things by the book. Just because Patrick Ramsey had starting experience in the NFL did not mean he was automatically going to be the primary backup for Drew Brees.
Ramsey wasn’t terrible at all. But, Daniel’s athleticism and knowledge of the offense just makes him a much better fit for the Saints. Should the unthinkable happen and Brees misses time due to an injury, the style of offense shouldn’t have to change quite as much with Daniel at the helm.
Patrick Ramsey has a big arm, but was more or less a statue in the pocket during his days in Washington. To me, that would seem to indicate that the entire Saints offense may be thrown off by a quarterback who: a) doesn’t get rid of the ball quickly, and b) isn’t able to elude the pass rush.
That said, I’m certainly not ready to crown Daniel as the second coming of Drew Brees. But he looks like a legitimate NFL quarterback and his preseason play proved him to be a fit for this offense.
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