[Bette]

In need of a veteran back up quarterback, the Raiders have contacted Trent Dilfer.

I am thinking he would be a good guy to have around for that young quarterback and good veteran influence for some of the younger players.

[Lefty Noob]

I'm always in favor of bringing in a guy like Dilfer to mentor a young QB. Of course, the last guy he mentored was Alex Smith, so...

[Bette]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

I'm always in favor of bringing in a guy like Dilfer to mentor a young QB. Of course, the last guy he mentored was Alex Smith, so...

Some people just cant be mentored. Dont blame it on the teacher.

[Seahawker 562]

dilfer sounds like a good choice for miami

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by Seahawker 562

dilfer sounds like a good choice for miami

There's a lot of places where Dilfer would fit nicely.
Besides Oakland and Miami, how about Green Bay? Of course, they have too many QBs already.

[Bette]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

There's a lot of places where Dilfer would fit nicely.
Besides Oakland and Miami, how about Green Bay? Of course, they have too many QBs already.

The article made mention of the fact that Dilfer knows he is a back up, unlike others who think they can still start, like Culpepper.

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by Bette

The article made mention of the fact that Dilfer knows he is a back up, unlike others who think they can still start, like Culpepper.

Yeah, and you can't underestimate that kind of mentality when it comes to choosing a backup/mentor. You don't want to sign a guy if you think there's a chance he'll tank your young QBs development in order to get himself into the lineup. A guy who knows his place and puts the good of the team first (but is ready to play if necessary), like Dilfer, is a valuable asset.

[Dusty]

I like the move. If nothing else Dilfer has a will to win and is tough. I think he would be good backup/mentor to Russell. I say go for it!

[Seahawker 562]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Yeah, and you can't underestimate that kind of mentality when it comes to choosing a backup/mentor. You don't want to sign a guy if you think there's a chance he'll tank your young QBs development in order to get himself into the lineup. A guy who knows his place and puts the good of the team first (but is ready to play if necessary), like Dilfer, is a valuable asset.

Hmmm ive never actually thought of it like that.

[Bette]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Yeah, and you can't underestimate that kind of mentality when it comes to choosing a backup/mentor. You don't want to sign a guy if you think there's a chance he'll tank your young QBs development in order to get himself into the lineup. A guy who knows his place and puts the good of the team first (but is ready to play if necessary), like Dilfer, is a valuable asset.

Originally Posted by Seahawker 562

Hmmm ive never actually thought of it like that.

Actually, I never did either.

[Seahawker 562]

Originally Posted by Bette

Actually, I never did either.

haha i guess its true, we learn something new everyday

[Bette]

Originally Posted by Seahawker 562

haha i guess its true, we learn something new everyday

You bet its true. You just have to keep your mind open so you can learn something new. No matter what the subject.
Do I sound like your Mom now????

[Seahawker 562]

Originally Posted by Bette

You bet its true. You just have to keep your mind open so you can learn something new. No matter what the subject.
Do I sound like your Mom now????

haha yes, you got her down exactly