SteveBrown
Pro Bowler
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Yes, he threw it with perfect aim at 62 yards---few can!You can question his arm strength, but I don't know why. The ball he uncorked in the rain in NY to Watkins was a bomb that traveled something like 63 yards in the air. The one to Woods vs the Texans was right around 50 and he hit Woods in stride. He has lanky arms that can generate some serious torque on the ball. Think of longer connecting rods in an internal combustion engine. A longer stroke generates more torque. I know a bit about this, I have long arms for a 5'10 guy and can crank 30-40 yard throws on a rope at 160 pounds. You don't have to be a big guy to have a whip. Mike Vick had one of the strongest arms I've ever seen and he was right around 200 pounds.
However, he needs to throw the bal successfully without using hips (and anything below the hips). 20% of NFL throws are not from a 'stable' throwing position. And, Until I see him throw a spiral with only his shoulders, and throw it 25+ yards in the air perfectly, then I will say he will be better than Brees ever was. Untill then he will, without injury, reach Brees status. I think he is headed towards greatness. Last year, was a B- for him. I am waiting this year for the A-.