Before everyone gets too excited about Moore...

[King Taharqa]

How do you know Jake wasn't starting based on pressure from the big cat? It's possible Fox was just being a good minion and taking the heat.

Very possible. More than people would probably want to admit.

[prowler2k8]

How do you know Jake wasn't starting based on pressure from the big cat? It's possible Fox was just being a good minion and taking the heat.

This actually makes sense, and I've often wondered about this throughout teh season. It's probably the only plausible reason that Fox would keep Delhomme as a starter despite the obvious. It's probably the reason that Fox is ticked off about going into next season w/o an extension, especially if he was following his marching orders from JR and taking the heat from the fans for it.

[AceMan]

Coach Mike Singletary, speaking Monday on the heels of a disappointing 8-8 finish, said he saw "steady progress" from Smith and that he would remain the starter heading into the offseason. Yet Singletary didn't rule out signing another quarterback.

All Fox has to do is say this about Matt Moore and he would make things SSSOOO much smoother.

[Kyle82]

IMO Jake will look just fine next season with headphones and a clipboard standing on the sidelines....he will always be respected by the fans and his teamates.

[Niner National]

I'm fairly confident that if Delhomme is named the starter going into training camp, there will be a headlining story of arson in Quail Hollow Country Club at the Fox residence.

[SMACKDAB]

How do you know Jake wasn't starting based on pressure from the big cat? It's possible Fox was just being a good minion and taking the heat.

The Big Cat may be old, but he isn't senile. He didn't get this rich, and get where he is today by making such stupid decisions.

I think he takes a hands off approach until he deems it necessary to do other wise. That is why he hires, or chooses to fire who work for him. That is their job to do, and I really believe he allows them to do it. He isn't Art Davis, or Daniel Deep Pockets Snyder, that want to control every aspect, even on game day on the sidelines.

He's never shown to be that kind of owner.

[pantherdad]

The Big Cat may be old, but he isn't senile. He didn't get this rich, and get where he is today by making such stupid decisions.

I think he takes a hands off approach until he deems it necessary to do other wise. That is why he hires, or chooses to fire who work for him. That is their job to do, and I really believe he allows them to do it. He isn't Art Davis, or Daniel Deep Pockets Snyder, that want to control every aspect, even on game day on the sidelines.

He's never shown to be that kind of owner.

who in the hell is Art Davis? I think your senile, mister....

[SMACKDAB]

who in the hell is Art Davis? I think your senile, mister....

It was sarcasm you wicked wretch. He's always tried to paint a pretty picture, and you know how people trip over their heels for what they call "art". Sorry, didn't know you and Al were on a first name basis.

Go back to bed now.

[pantherdad]

I'm at work right now.....ass:D I have no clue what you are talking about? aren't you late for your 1:30 jello feeding?

[SMACKDAB]

I'm at work right now.....ass:D I have no clue what you are talking about? aren't you late for your 1:30 jello feeding?

Yes....and why aren't you here? I have LOADS to feed you.

[pantherdad]

Yes....and why aren't you here? I have LOADS to feed you.

jello is so nasty.....

[SMACKDAB]

jello is so nasty.....

Wasn't talking about Jello, quit being coy. :party:

[pantherdad]

Riiiight.....I gotta go now, this thread is turning sweet and colorful.....

[Delhommey]

John Fox: The only NFL coach to hold on to his veteran starter for too long in the history of the NFL!