Originally posted by 5_Golden_Rings:
Originally posted by 49ersking:
Purdy is not a 4th or 5th rd pick, he is the last pick. Just lucky that the Dolphins were a little taken aback, and didn't know how to adjust once Jimmy G. went down. He played well, what else can you ask for.
Tampa Bay will prepare for him, and once again, it all rests on the defense & the running game.
Somehow, at this point, get into the playoffs, that's the first most difficult part. After that, just see how far we can go.
The problem with the Dolphins adjustments was that they forgot Purdy started for four years. He probably saw the constant cover zero as an opportunity to attack, not something to fear.
I don't know if he is built that way or as with late round picks, nothing to lose mentality, so go for it. People usually tighten up once some serious responsibility is placed on them, and they start getting attention and all that. As for the one game he played, very poised for sure, which was surprising.
A true test (luckily comes fast) is on Sunday, a team that has a good defense, well coached, etc.