Hunter94 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 If we're a run-first offense predicated on running the zone read (a questionable statement, I realize), telling me my QB can't run is basically the same as saying we can't run the offense. Tommy Armgstrong is the future. I would unquestionably let him take this next game. But the MO under Bo is to let a 75% Martinez play over a 100% backup. nope...Bo will trash TM against lowly SDSU and Tommy won't get the reps he needs when TM can't go....seen this movie before. 1 Quote Link to comment
Husker_x Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 But the MO under Bo is to let a 75% Martinez play over a 100% backup. And none of us should voice loud criticism towards that, because Bo and co. are the only ones that know if a 75% Martinez is a better or worse chance to win than a 100% backup. Play who gives you the best shot to win. Period. If that's a less effective Martinez, then it is. Fair enough, but based on his ball security and the quality of the opponent, it's hard to imagine a scenario where playing Tommy equals a loss. If this guy is going to be the likely starter next season, he needs game reps this season, as many as we can get him. I'm not a big Martinez guy--I admit that up front--but it just makes sense to give the guy a shot if Taylor isn't full go and Tommy is. Quote Link to comment
Hooked on Huskers Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 RKIII or Armstrong could be better than Martinez performance. It reminds me of Stanford QB race, I think last year. Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Well, I guess this is one way to force a backup QB's development. God knows we aren't going to get up by enough points on anyone for this to happen the way it should. Quote Link to comment
wiuhusker Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Dummy here - what's the cause? FieldTurf? Same thing as snub toe? Its basically a jammed big toe from my understanding Quote Link to comment
Bowfin Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Ridiculous. I think the point isn't that Martinez is useless, but maybe it is futile to injure Martinez even more during a game that should be winnable by either reserve quarterback. Hold Martinez back and give him a chance to heal for when we need 102% of our firepower. I remember Tom Osborne playing a back with a cast on his wrist against Oklahoma. Brian Bosworth ripped the ball out of his bad hand which helped defeat us that year. I don't believe that one player is dominant that he is better crippled than his back up is perfectly healthy. Quote Link to comment
jmfb Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 I had turf toe my Freshman year, if you havent had it, you have NO IDEA how painful and long lasting it can be And artificial turf just makes it worse. The quick and sure grip of the turf means you end up "stubbing your toe" a whole bunch more. Sounds minor- but trust me it isnt at all Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Dummy here - what's the cause? FieldTurf? Same thing as snub toe? Its basically a jammed big toe from my understanding I've also heard it can happen if your big toe gets stepped on and it gets severely bruised or even a hairline fracture. 300lb lineman say hello to my big toe.....with a cleat. Quote Link to comment
The Dude Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Turf toe is the absolute worst. And doesn't go away quickly. Honestly I wouldn't be surprised if it's the same injury he's been dealing with since his freshman year. Turf toe is a stubborn bastard like that, at least in my experience. Quote Link to comment
RedPhoenix Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 As a TM detractor, I am very excited about the possibility of Tommy playing significantly this weekend. If we blowout SDSU with Armstrong starting we have us a real QB controversy that I think will end well for us if Armstrong prevails. Quote Link to comment
SilentTreatment Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Anyone care to give a lil info on armstrong? I been away from football lately (personal reasons) until this season. I keep hearing good things but idk much about him? Quote Link to comment
Hooked on Huskers Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Dummy here - what's the cause? FieldTurf? Same thing as snub toe? Its basically a jammed big toe from my understanding I've also heard it can happen if your big toe gets stepped on and it gets severely bruised or even a hairline fracture. 300lb lineman say hello to my big toe.....with a cleat. I looked up turf toe cause. Yep, FieldTurf is guilty. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metatarsophalangeal_joint_sprain Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Anyone care to give a lil info on armstrong? I been away from football lately (personal reasons) until this season. I keep hearing good things but idk much about him? Saw a little action in the southern miss game. Didn't pass but apparently he doesn't throw like a girl so he's got that going for him. He is pretty quick and looked like he knows what he is doing running the option. Quote Link to comment
SilentTreatment Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Nice. Thats good we can keep runnin the same style of football. Thanks Quote Link to comment
lo country Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Anyone care to give a lil info on armstrong? I been away from football lately (personal reasons) until this season. I keep hearing good things but idk much about him? Played a little against Southern Miss. Ran the option with authority. Not afraid to lower shoulder. Didn't throw, but rumor is he has a cannon for an arm. Staff has said he is a natural leader and the "it" factor. He passes the eyeball test. Appears to have the swagger needed at the position. Will be interesting to see of he oes Sat. Knee was a little slow to rehab. Glad he got action last week to test it out. Welcome o the board. Quote Link to comment
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