It’s not as crazy of a statement anymore. If this came immediately following the Super Bowl I might think he was a little premature, but at this point? There’s soon to be a 6 season comparison (as Kurt played for the rams for six years) and….it should be an open debate.
The Best Arm in NFL History
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It’s not as crazy of a statement anymore. If this came immediately following the Super Bowl I might think he was a little premature, but at this point? There’s soon to be a 6 season comparison (as Kurt played for the rams for six years) and….it should be an open debate.
Does it matter? Hard to see in that clip.
It was in warmups with no pads or pass rush.
Again, what kicker doesn’t nail 60 yard kicks like a chip shot during warm ups?
Oh, I don’t think it’s crazy at all. Ithink it deserves its own thread.
Only if someone is naive enough to think that was a 100 yard pass; or that is something Mahomes can do.
That's part of why it is ridiculous to think he did throw it 100 yards.
If Mahomes could throw a ball 100 yards, there would be plenty of video where it's NOT 'hard to see'.
That does not matter.
A majority of current NFL place-kickers can hit 60-yard FGs in practice and warm-ups.
No current NFL Quarterback can throw the ball 100 yards.
Maybe it has been done, by someone, somewhere, at sometime.
Maybe it will be done in the future ... probably will be.
If any current QB can do it, there would be plenty of clear video evidence because it would be a big deal.
It was not meant to be inclusive of all quarterbacks. It did show release and velocity of some of the top ones, which I found interesting. What does best arm really mean? This is one way to look at it. I also thought the description of Stafford was interesting.
On top of all that we’ve discussed, Stafford is one of the few that does not wear the wristband playsheet.
In a complex, demanding scheme.
Beast.
In a complex, demanding scheme.
Beast.
Surprised nobody has mentioned Michael Vick. Dude threw a pretty ball.
Didn’t always have touch but it was an absolute laser. Most exciting college QB I’ve ever seen.
Bert Jones, nicknamed the "Ruston Rifle," possessed legendary arm strength and an explosive, whip-like throwing motion. Bill Belichick famously praised Jones, stating he had an arm and arm flexibility "like no other" before shoulder injuries eventually curtailed his prime. [1, 2, 3]
Arm Strength and Style
Arm Strength and Style
- The "Ruston Rifle": Earned his famous nickname from his hometown of Ruston, Louisiana, reflecting his deep-ball velocity and power.
- Arm Whip and Mechanics: Noted for a lightning-fast delivery combined with rare rotational flexibility that generated effortless deep throws.
- High Praise: Regarded by peers and scouts as a precursor to strong-armed legends like John Elway. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
- Impact of InjuriesIf you want, I can share more about his 1976 MVP season or how his career stats compare to other quarterbacks of the 1970s.
The Staying Alive instrumental on a loop though the whole video was sort of cool . I was waiting for John Travolta in a white leisure suit with a black collar to show up somewhere.
The way he uses the no looker so effectively is just insane, and according to him it started out as something he was just messing around with in practice.
Here's hoping Simpson has a whole lot of time to just "mess around" in practice the next few years while watching quite possibly the GOAT of manipulating defenses with his eyes.
Here's hoping Simpson has a whole lot of time to just "mess around" in practice the next few years while watching quite possibly the GOAT of manipulating defenses with his eyes.
Not sure best arm is the ideal way to classify Stafford.
Depends what is meant by best. Strongest, most accurate, quickest release?
My non bias Ram fan take is Stafford has a top arm in terms of strength. He also is top in terms of variety of difficult throws which includes fades deep ins etc.
Under Mcvay he has taken it to another level in terms of the mental factor. Can run a complex scheme and make critical split second decisions based on the rules of the play design vs defenses response.
A super talented QB that excels via top mind coach in football and excellent surrounding cast.
Will he be mentioned with Manning, Mahomes, Marino Brady Montana and the elites? Maybe. Another Super Bowl win and MVP and the narrative may shift to one of the greatest of all time.
Depends what is meant by best. Strongest, most accurate, quickest release?
My non bias Ram fan take is Stafford has a top arm in terms of strength. He also is top in terms of variety of difficult throws which includes fades deep ins etc.
Under Mcvay he has taken it to another level in terms of the mental factor. Can run a complex scheme and make critical split second decisions based on the rules of the play design vs defenses response.
A super talented QB that excels via top mind coach in football and excellent surrounding cast.
Will he be mentioned with Manning, Mahomes, Marino Brady Montana and the elites? Maybe. Another Super Bowl win and MVP and the narrative may shift to one of the greatest of all time.
I couldn't tell where it came down. I have my doubts. He does have a strong arm. But I don't see it being that strong.
That's a big part of my point. You can't tell from the video, and it's easy to edit video.
I don't believe I have ever seen video of a man throwing a football 100 yards.
Not saying it has never been done, can't be done or will never be done.
Just that I have no memory of seeing it ... AND ... I think that IS something I would remember. Also think, most any football fan would remember.
If someone COULD do it, I am Strongly Guessing, there would be video ... Clear Video.
In the absence of such, I ain't buying it. A 100-yard throw would be Big Sports News.
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