Always interesting seeing what some players are doing when they aren’t getting the ball.
For example Watson is a divisive player in this sub and I’m always interested in seeing how he’s being used on the plays where he isn’t targeted. Stood out to me on the deep miss to Doubs early that he was wide open for 15-20 yards if Love looked to that side. Then later on the deep curl route (Chase calls these Missile routes) caught by Wicks, Watson is running the same route mirrored, also looks like he gets open, but draws the MLB to his side which makes Wicks even more wide open.
I know the thread here is titled after the video, but it isn’t much more clear today whether or not J Love is the guy than it was a month ago. Hell, he should have a good day against the Chargers because it’s the same defensive philosophy the Packers employ (Barry was on Staley’s staff in LA with both the Rams and would have been with the Chargers).That said…
One of the consistent markers between these analysts is his decision making is strong. He knows his progression, makes good reads, and executes the offense. That’s great news. And should be the absolute minimum for determining his future as a 4th year player.
It seems like the biggest issues he’s had is his feet, which might be because he got some bad habits watching Aaron Rodgers. A Rod is 1 of 1, so cleaning up Love’s emulation probably goes a long way.
We’re getting what we should have realistically wanted entering the season: growth. Growth from Jordan. Growth around him. If it continues, it’s totally fine to go into 2024 (and beyond )with him as QB1