This Could be the Wildest NFL offseason in league history

 

While the Bears perpetually seem to be in search of a quarterback, more NFL teams than in the history of the NFL may join the QB hunt this season. The Bears QB has been up in the air for most of the year, but the Packers and Lions have joined the Bears as teams with uncertain QB situations. The Lions and Matthew Stafford have mutually agreed to part ways, and in light of the strange turn of events at the end of the Packers loss to the Bucs, Aaron Rodgers may also be in the wind. That sequence of events bears reviewing.

  What are the Packers without Rodgers?  The Bears.

With the Packers down 28-23 late in the fourth quarter the Packers had a first and goal from the Bucs eight yard line. After two incomplete passes, the Packers were looking at a third and eight. On that play Rodgers appeared to have a chance to run the ball in for a TD, but instead, chose to throw to DeVante Adams. The pass was broken up. As someone who’s watched Rodgers rip the heart of of the Bears teams for years, I was shocked to see him make, what definitely seems to have been a bad decision. I was even more shocked to see the Packers try a field goal on the next play. The Pack never got the ball back after that. In post game interview Rodgers didn’t seem overly happy about that turn of events.

Who would have thought that at the end of the 2020 NFL regular season the Minnesota Vikings, with Kirk Cousins at the helm, would have the most settled QB situation in the NFC North? While the Bears probably won’t have an upgrade at the QB position, the rest of the division could very well come back to them.

The Belle of the NFL QB Ball?  DeShaun Watson

Perhaps the biggest plum in the NFL QB market could be the Houston Texans DeShaun Watson. Watson has been vocal about getting out of Houston, with his preferred destination being the New York Jets. If the Jets situation looks good to DeShaun, the Texans must really be bad. Of course, if the Jets and Texans do work something out, that makes current Jets QB, Sam Darnold, expendable. I don’t know what the current trade value of a Sam Darnold is, but I would guess about a third round draft choice.

The 49ers will probably look beyond Jimmy Garoppolo and may be a potion landing spot for Aaron Rodgers. Which means Garoppollo may be in play for somebody. The Washington Football Team has potential, but are a QB short of really being dangerous. Look for them to pick off somebody in the QB carousel.

Other Guys of Note

Carson Wentz may also join the plethora of NFL QBs on the move. After a strong start to his career Wentz has made many Eagles fans wince. While the Rams have had some recent success, Jared Goff has questions surrounding him. A lack of mobility and inconsistency have been notable in Goff’s game.

After years of having great QB play in the form of Drew Brees, the New Orleans Saints face the prospect of moving on without him. Will Jameis Winston be the answer? Maybe, but if he is, the Saints probably are not as good.

The above are just some of the question marks involving the QB position of NFL teams. Many franchises are facing the uncertainty the Bears have known for years. The difference is, some of those teams will probably get it right.

I Remember Them Sports Quiz 98

1. “Downtown” started his career with the Giants but had his best seasons with the Padres in 1969 and 1970 when he hit 20 and 23 home runs respectively. (4 points)

2. This offensive lineman’s NFL career spanned from 1970-81 with the Rams. He played his college ball at Michigan State and was named to the Pro Bowl from 1976-81 as a center. (4 points)

3. This right-hander’s career spanned from 1955-71. Most his time was spent with the Tigers and Phillies. He won over 100 games in both the American and National leagues. (2 points)

4. A tough guy defenseman with the Bruins in the 60s, he suffered a horrifying injury when he took a stick to the head in a preseason brawl before the 1969-70 season. He missed that season but returned for the 1970-71 season. (3 points)

5. After playing his college ball at UNLV, this guard began his NBA career in 1975 with the Phoenix Suns. He had an 11 year NBA career and averaged 13.3 ppg. His best season was with the Indiana Pacers in 1977-78 when he averaged 18.2 ppg. (4 points)

6. An excellent corner back, he played his college ball at Texas and then played or the Rams from 1985-91. He was named to the Pro Bowl from 1986-89. (3 points)

7. After coming out of that football factory, Nebraska-Kearney he played LG for the Jets from 1967-81. (4 points)

8. An excellent three point shooter, he went to college at Minnesota before beginning his NBA career with the Knicks in 1982. In nine seasons with the Knicks, he averaged 8.6 ppg. (3 points)

9. “One Dog”, first reached the majors in 1987 with the Cardinals. He led the AL in triples from 1991-94 as a member of the White Sox. ( 2points)

10. This running back out of Kansas began his NFL career with he Jets, but is best known for his work with the Redskins. (1 point)

                                                  Answers Below

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1. Ollie Brown. Ollie ultimately spent 13 seasons in the majors with six different teams.

2. Rich Saul. Rich provided really good value for an eighth round draft pick.

3. Jim Bunning. Bunning won 20 games for the Tigers in 1957. He also won 19 games for the Phillies from 1964-66.

4. Ted Green. Ted finished his pro career with the Winnipeg Jets of the WHA.

5. Ricky Sobers. Ricky was one of a ton of guys who went on from UNLV to play in the NBA.

6. Jerry Gray. In seven seasons with the Rams, Jerry picked off 22 passes, eight in 1986 alone. He also recovered six fumbles as a Ram.

7. Randy Rassmussen. Randy was a 12^th round pick who really panned out. He was also extremely durable.

8. Trent Tucker. After his time with the Knicks, Trent went on to play for the Bulls and Kings.

9. Lance Johnson. After his time with the White Sox, Lance went on to the Mets where he led the NL in triples with 21 in 1996.

10. John Riggins. John was named All Pro in 1983 when he led the NFL with 24 rushing TDs and 24 total TDs scored. He also led the NFL in rushing TDs with 14 in 1984.