In other words their hope for the future cant throw the ball as well as the guy they want to dump. Fields doesnt always process the game as fast as necessary, but his pedigree, arm strength and athleticism are all positives. Make that ultra-light. Some of the delay and the swelling and all that its not like a typical baseball injury, Lynch said Tuesday at the NFL Scouting Combine. Rookie cornerback Samuel Womack, a fifth-round selection, jumped an underneath throw intended for undrafted rookie wideout Tay Martin, but couldnt secure the pick. He looked like a man amongst boys as just a redshirt freshman, but his opponents for the most part are not NFL players. Ward, the teams longest-tenured player, said Hufanga alerted him to a pre-snap rotation in the defensive backfield during Tuesdays practice. Due to his mobility, there will be plenty of chances to take some deep shots off of play-action that might not necessarily be the game plan for North Dakota State but will be in the NFL. its not something Im worried about.. This was a football injury where there was a lot of force there. Trey Lance running the first-team offense and starting in Week 1 like he did last season, and (2.) Thats why hes throwing better at 40 than he did at 30. QB Nate Sudfeld, the presumptive backup, completed 12 of 14 passes and had the best throw of the day, a perfectly placed deep pass to Turner for a touchown of 50-plus yards. He has a long wind up and a dip motion which is something you can get away at There have also been times where his footwork can get sloppy and he wont do basic things like setting his feet or turning his hips towards his receiver and just relying on his arm to make the throw. Lance lead the Bison to an undefeated season as a redshirt freshman and was the first freshman to win the Walter Payton Award (1-AA most outstanding offensive player, their version of the Heisman essentially). With Trey Lance expected to take over as starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, there are still many questions about what kind of player he is going to be in the NFL. Speaking to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, an opposing team's offensive coach pointed out that Lance's throwing motion looked "wonky" from what he saw in 2021. When you climb up the ladder and face tougher competition, you wont be able to get away with missing throws by being wild. At 19 Trey Lance already had top tier NFL arm strength. I get reports, obviously, but my eyes tell me a lot, Lynch said. He runs the ball with a purpose and often times is the short-yardage back for the Bison. Youll see him come back with hisreally pronounced front-side arm to the point where when I see him in games, itlooks like it blocks him off too much.. All teams and players mentioned are registered trademarks of the NFL and its respective teams. PG&E delivers bill shocks to customers amid soaring natural gas prices, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot concedes defeat, Southern California home sales fall to all-time low, Denver just got a direct flight to this Caribbean island known for music history and vegetarian cooking, NYC Mayor Adams dismisses need to separate church and state, declares himself a servant of God, Zero-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. He needs to work on his throwing motion. Not exactly encouraging. But for me, its about getting the ball out accurately. Lance might have been taught to hold the ball higher so he wouldnt dip as low as he does, but hes still dipping the ball. I dont usually agree with Kyle but on this one I do. A little over nine months later against Central Arkansas, Lance looked like a top prospect who had not played in an actual game in months and felt the pressure of all eyes being on him. Hes ready and waiting. However, his accuracy while rolling out was pedestrian, with a couple of misfires to tight ends. The Bison, though, opted to play a single October game against Central Arkansas, turning a relatively nondescript matchup into a one-time, high-stakes opportunity for Lance to showcase his abilities for every NFL team. Player and team photos used with permission from, 49ers QB Trey Lance responds to criticisms about his throwing mechanics. Sometimes you just have to go through the rough patches, and youve got to play, Lynch said. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @weekly_spiral and twitter@weeklyspiralfor updates when we post and release our podcasts. He and Purdy became close friends. Player Worth Trading Up to Take: Justin Fields, Ohio State. Again, Rodgers doesnt always throw like this, but when he does the ball path is shorter because of his pre-pass position. Instead, it was the first day of a mandatory three-day minicamp and the isolated instance came and went. https://ninerswire.usatoday.com/2022/05/26/49ers-otas-trey-lance-throwing-motion/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Lance simply took what the defense gave him and avoided mistakes, connected on a few big plays, utilized his mobility and put together successful drives in a game decided by halftime. I dont know what his 40 time is, but Trey Lance is quick. Lance has said he doesnt intend to tinker with his throwing motion, which is decidedly longer than Garoppolos and Purdys clipped deliveries. Sequencing refers to the order in which different parts of the body move during the throw. Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. Even when Lances motion was at its worst after his injury, he never had a pause in his motion. As Hewlett explained, thats beneficial for sequencing. That was the message from Purdys surgeon, Dr. Keith Meister, to 49ers general manager John Lynch after Meister recommended postponing a Feb. 22 procedure to repair Purdys torn elbow ligament. Maybe Trey could go back to college for a couple of years to hone his QB skills? Heres the impact of latest storms, S.F. Hell, I had not heard of him until this past April. McDaniels: LV had to make 'tough decision' on Carr, Inside Bears' strategy for No. He spent the season away from his family, which Lynch indicated was difficult and had him contemplating whether he wanted to continue in his current role. The 49ers set the wheels in motion for a quarterback change when they drafted Trey Lance with the third overall pick in last years draft and the next step of that . could be eligible for a share of $104 million. He connected with Jauan Jennings, who made an outstretched, over-the-middle grab on a post. But thats how it goes, that was the situation I was in, and I tried to embrace my role and make the most out of it.. Heres why. Lynch on Tuesday said Or Deebo Samuel. Proper sequencing allows the hips to open toward the target first, followed by the arm so that the quarterback is generating power with his body and not mainly through the arm. Lance has said he doesnt intend to tinker with his throwing motion, which is decidedly longer than Garoppolos and Purdys clipped deliveries. But, no, I see him about the same.. 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"Just cleaning stuff up, using my lower halfI know everyone talks about the throwing motion and your slow-mo videos and all that, but it wasn't as much as you guys think," he told reporters. Aiyuk said he reviewed video of Ward, who spent his four seasons with the Chiefs, from Kansas Citys win over the Cowboys and Pro Bowl wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and Amari Cooper last year. 49ers not totally sold on Jimmy G and are hoping that Trey can fix his game to take the helm from Jimmy G. Yeeesh, not much of an endorsement there Shanahan, go get your boy Kirk! But I think the way he carries himself, the way he holds his head, the way nothing ever rattles him, thats his key feature and I think that will carry him a long way.. Later, Lances sideline dart found Malik Turner after whizzing a few inches over a defenders hand. Coach Kyle hes got some smart routes. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. One more minor adjustment Lance could make is using his front-side arm to push the ball back a little before separating his hand from the ball because this could cause his front side to open up early and not allow his hips to open first. He just fit one in on me today, Ward said. As soon as he begins to move his hand to start the process of throwing the ball, the timer starts. It sure looks like the 49ers may, may have gone with the wrong quarterback. Trask is not as bad as his three-interception debacle against Oklahoma in the Cotton Bowl when he played without tight end Kyle Pitts and receiver Kadarius Toney, but hes not as good as his Heisman Trophy candidacy would indicate. Aside from specific things hes working on on any given day, theres not much difference.. 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Having Lance assume the role of leader, bond with quarterbacks coach Brian Griese and conduct himself through his play and his actions as an NFL quarterback is going to be the biggest factor in his success or failure in 2022. Sure, he will need to slide or get out of bounds more but if he can be used in a similar way to how Cam Newton was used in Carolina, then hes going to make some team very happy. Lance will need more time than some other top quarterbacks in this class. Lances two touchdown passes were uncontested throws, but he made multiple big-time throws on out routes and pushed the football down the field more than The quarterback took to social media to ask for "a few college receivers" for (presumably) a Bay Area throwing session, starting on Friday (h/t Grant Cohn of SI) 28 Reply [deleted] 1 yr. ago [removed] Reply Drodman93 Joe Staley And when you have all the swelling out, when you have all the stiffness out is when hes had the best outcomes., The delay, of course, will add another two weeks to Purdys rehabilitation. Every move Lance made, from his throwing motion to his ability to read opposing defenses, was sure to be scrutinized for an entire year. Learn how your comment data is processed. That limited the impact his mobility had in the passing game. The pass was the first in a regular-season game for Lance, who the Niners have planned to use situationally behind Garoppolo. In fact, the one turnover he had all season, a fumble, happened in the first quarter of the first game of the season. Second-year 49ers QB Trey Lance has one of the most widely scrutinized throwing motions in recent memory. Powered by BizBudding, REPORT: 49ers QB Trey Lance Refuses To Work On One Thing This Offseason, REPORT: Tom Brady Will Un-Retire And Sign With NFC Powerhouse, According To NFL Insider: It Makes Too Much Sense (VIDEO), Former First-Round NFL Quarterback Was Benched For His Pathetic Performance During XFL Debut. The Broncos were 27th in the NFL in red-zone efficiency last season (53.3%) and havent been successful over 60% of the time since 2014. Whats your timing? He will get his chance this year though, as the Bison take on Oregon in week 1 (assuming the season happens, fingers crossed) in a must watch game. He also covers the latest trends around the league and covers the draft. Heres why California has seen so much active weather, Yosemite breaks snow record; park closed indefinitely, The 'Dilbert' fiasco is embarrassing for news outlets. Absolute insanity. To be an efficient thrower, quarterbacks dont need to eliminate the dip. I like where hes at right now.. I dont see a limp. However, that doesn't mean the third-year quarterback is waiting to start getting into football shape. The delay will undoubtedly move back the timeline for his recovery at least a little bit. Grieses return for the upcoming season wasnt automatic. Hes incredibly tough to scout due to his competition and the fact hes just more athletic than everybody on the defense put together. May 26, 2022. Shanahan wanted it that way when it came to the media as well. Lance had two notable, deeper completions to wide receivers Tuesday in which he showcased his arm strength. Jimmy did a decent job for the Niners ,and I wish him the best, but He will never reach Elite level due to his physical limitations . The quarterback underwent another surgery in December to remove the hardware inserted into his ankle. That means he went 15 games and three quarters without turning the ball over. If Mac Jones was the QB this team would be in the Super Bowl. He does look like a more fluid passer in training camp, but well see if his mechanics can hold up as time to work on technique shrinks and the wear of the season starts to build. He made it work because hes a rare athlete, but he became a much more fluid thrower after reaching the NFL and being taught to hold the ball lower. I dont care what level of football it is, its almost impossible to do better than that. Lance was a 1-year starter in high school in a Wing-T offense that only asked him to throw the ball 104 times. We all know his attributes as a quarterback. He seemed almost amused by the scrutiny about his summer sessions with throwing coaches which he said centered on using his lower half for the proper base to throw the ball accurately. You should receive a confirmation email shortly asking you to verify your subscription. Thats whats hard to figure out. Its in those moments when the comparisons to Buffalos Josh Allen seem most apt. He does play with his release from throw to throw, but even with the dip, the ball comes out lightning-quick. The use of any team names, words, trademarks, logos or photos have been used for descriptive purposes only. The plan is for Meister to examine Purdy later this week in Arizona, where Purdy lives and the Rangers hold their spring training. Shanahan still hasnt decided on official titles. With Trey, he needs to take a couple of weeks off, Shanahan said, via 49ersWebzone.com. INDIANAPOLIS Dont be overly alarmed about lingering swelling in Brock Purdys right elbow. Sign up for our weekly recaps, informed analysis, and film breakdowns. An optimistic perspective would point out Lance's best start came in his second outing against the Houston Texans in Week 17. 3 overall pick to the San Francisco 49ers. I wasnt playing. San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan did give Lance a few snaps in each game early last season. It sounds like Lance has started throwing again in the Bay Area. The best-case scenario is that the, This site is neither endorsed, nor sponsored by, nor affiliated with San Francisco 49ers or NFL Enterprises LLC. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, QB Trey Lance has impressed safety Jimmie Ward, who noted, I like where hes at right now., San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility in Santa Clara, Calif., Tuesday, May 24, 2022. Of Lances 21 throws, 11 were either dump-offs to a running back after an initial read or a quick pass outside to a receiver. 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