Backup QB in 2023

The more I look at the available veteran free agent QBs, the more I think I'd rather save the money and go with Skylar. The vast majority of #2 QBs in the NFL quite frankly suck. If they were any good, they'd be starting somewhere. So why throw a multi-million dollar contract at a player that is probably going to lose if he has to play? Skylar is making next to nothing and at least knows the system and the players, and with another year under McDaniel maybe he can develop into something more than the scared rabbit he was this season. I'm tired of the Brissetts and Bridgewaters that get paid millions and contribute nothing. I feel like we can get the same results with Skylar, and spend the money at a more pressing position like OL or CB.

If Tua misses extensive time we're screwed regardless of who the backup is - just like any other team that loses their starter. Of course, the 49ers were the exception this season...but that only proves my point, since Purdy is a 7th round rookie making peanuts.

I'm sure this is an unpopular opinion, but what do you guys think?

Thanks for that post, 316. I'm glad I'm not alone.

Minshew seems to be high on the want list of many Dolfans, and I just don't get the attraction. Sure, his overall stats look pretty good, but there's obviously a reason he's not starting somewhere.

I used to be on the veteran backup bandwagon, but watching Bridgewater this season made me realize it's stupid to expect guys like that to win games. Again, if they were any good they'd be starters somewhere. That money can be better spent elsewhere.

I agree completely.

I suspect Skylar will have another great preseason and solidify himself as the backup QB.

I think the bigger question is who will be QB #3?

Another drafted rookie QB, or a developmental QB picked up from another teams practice squad.

Tua still can't play. Eliminated from pro bowl. Still in concussion protocol. If Tua is back expect the backup for 1/2 the year.

CarsonChris wrote:Tua still can't play. Eliminated from pro bowl. Still in concussion protocol. If Tua is back expect the backup for 1/2 the year.

Tua hasn't been cleared for the last two parts of the protocol, both of which are related to practice. Since the Dolphins are not playing anymore this season, there's no practice. So it's just a technicality...really means nothing. Just another media generated story designed to make Tua look bad.

I have no problem with Skylar as long as his being #2 is serious and he is getting reps and prepared. Everything else out there is crap. Like I always say if you are a career backup it's because you are not good enough to be the starter.

Skylar, and hopefully get a draft pick to compete with him. Two sleeper possibilities:

Clayton Tune is this year's Bailey Zappe. He may not ever be a starter but has the tools to stick, and win a couple games in a pinch, for a decade IMO. Aidan O'Connell has great intangibles, though I like Tune's arm better.

I have no problem with Skylar as long as his being #2 is serious and he is getting reps and prepared. Everything else out there is crap. Like I always say if you are a career backup it's because you are not good enough to be the starter.

Here's the thing about Skylar. Against Buffalo, if our receivers play good or very good - we win the game. Skylar victimized by HORRIBLE drops - and I mean passes going through the hands of Waddle, Tyreek and I think Gesicki had one too.

And this from a rookie seventh round pick, away, in a playoff atmosphere.

IMO that warrants further investment. Continue to develop him and yes, by all means, if he's our backup he will need reps in practice. He's not a fully developed veteran so you can't just put him on the shelf and expect him to come off the bench ready to go.

Great point, white. Those three (!!!) Waddle drops were all crucial, and at least one and maybe two of them were likely TDs. Skylar didn't have a good game, but if even two of those drops were catches, we probably win the game. And that's what you want from your #2: a guy that can come in and give you a chance to win.

And let's not forget that Skyalr was the #3 most of the season, and that means that he wasn't even working with Miami's playbook in practice. Give him a full offseason in the playbook and we might see a much more prepared and confident Skylar Thompson.

I agree with Skylar also being the Back-up and with us over the cap right now, We need to save Money where ever we can. Plus with a 2nd Year in the System he should Know the Offense Better.