Rather, Shananan prefers Lance to simply execute the plays that are called in a methodical fashion as opposed to trying to make something big happen on every snap. Rodgers held the ball all the way up to his chin with the ball parallel to the ground. Given what the 49ers traded to select Lance with the No. Sometimes you just have to go through the rough patches, and youve got to play, Lynch said. Ironically, if you watch Jimmy Garoppolothrow,his version of that is so extreme. The quarterback underwent another surgery in December to remove the hardware inserted into his ankle. (Tim Nwachukwu / Getty Images). He has a long wind up and a dip motion which is something you can get away at the 1-AA level but cant in the NFL. As Hewlett explained, thats beneficial for sequencing. Coming off a sensational redshirt freshman season 16-0 record, 42 passing/rushing touchdowns, no interceptions and an FCS championship the nearly 6-foot-4 Lance was zooming up draft boards because of his big arm and untapped upside. Talanoa Hufanga lined up with the first-team defense at strong safety, an up-for-grabs position after the 49ers didnt re-sign longtime starter Jaquiski Tartt this offseason. If youre too quick on the backstroke some guys have a quicker backstroke but it times up with their hip right then that may change the timing and sequence of his throw and he may lose velocity.. Hes incredibly tough to scout due to his competition and the fact hes just more athletic than everybody on the defense put together. So, it just all had to quiet down.. The old-school way of thinking is to get it up by your ear as quick as you can and get it out, Hewlett said. In training camp this year, he cut down his release time by 0.06, a notable improvement. But he said Lance also never acted threatened following his injury. 3 overall pick to the San Francisco 49ers. In this image from a training camp clip posted by the 49ers social media team, you can see Lance dip the ball. Like I said, it's a lot different working down there or working away from the building because you're working primarily as a thrower, not necessarily as a quarterback. Lynch also acknowledged that he texted Tom Brady, who on Feb. 1 announced his retirement, the second year in a row hes done so. More specifically for Broncos general manager George Paton: Is Lance an obvious upgrade over Drew Lock? Lances two touchdown passes were uncontested throws, but he made multiple big-time throws on out routes and pushed the football down the field more than against Montana State. The development curve for Lance always seemed like it was going to be higher than for the other four first-round quarterbacks from last year. If Mac Jones was the QB this team would be in the Super Bowl. This is a carousel. He overcame a brutal shot to the ribs to throw for 385 yards and six touchdowns, including some really high-level plays. In this image, Rodgers was holding the ball right below his chest. Lance kept his eyes downfield, one of his better qualities to extend plays, and threw back across the field to the right sideline in 6.62 seconds to hit Williams for the catch-and-run touchdown. Whats happening is that between the time Lance starts his throwing motion and the ball actually coming out of his hand he is lowering the launch point for the ball out of his hand. Its too long a motion. As soon as he begins to move his hand to start the process of throwing the ball, the timer starts. Absolute insanity. Lance was a three-star recruit out of high school and did have D1 offers from schools like Boise State and Western Michigan, but went to North Dakota State in the hopes to be a champion. If you watched the Niners vs. Texans game, Lance has already shortened his throwing motion considerably. Rookie cornerback Samuel Womack, a fifth-round selection, jumped an underneath throw intended for undrafted rookie wideout Tay Martin, but couldnt secure the pick. And I watched that and thought that was so cool. I get reports, obviously, but my eyes tell me a lot, Lynch said. Every move Lance made, from his throwing motion to his ability to read opposing defenses, was sure to be scrutinized for an entire year. I dont care what level of football it is, its almost impossible to do better than that. Hufangas initial first-team status wasnt a surprise. If that visit goes well, the two will fly early next week to the Dallas area where the surgery will be performed. The plan is for Meister to examine Purdy later this week in Arizona, where Purdy lives and the Rangers hold their spring training. But for me, its about getting the ball out accurately. Really? The 49ers have observed six quarters of Trey Lances play. The Bison were dominant in 2019, outscoring opponents 596-197, including a 42-14 win over Montana State in the FCS semifinals. Its about getting reps and going out there and the first couple of days (last week) Trey and everybody else are trying to win the day, which doesnt mean that much, Shanahan said. Sure, he will need to slide or get out of bounds more but if he can be used in a similar way to how Cam Newton was used in Carolina, then hes going to make some team very happy. 49ers. One more minor adjustment Lance could make is using his front-side arm to push the ball back a little before separating his hand from the ball because this could cause his front side to open up early and not allow his hips to open first. Having Lance assume the role of leader, bond with quarterbacks coach Brian Griese and conduct himself through his play and his actions as an NFL quarterback is going to be the biggest factor in his success or failure in 2022. As soon as he begins to move his hand to start the process of throwing the ball, the timer starts. Please check your email for a confirmation. Not a member? Still the club found a handful of highlights to string together, including a couple shots of QB Trey Lance making throws. "NFL free agency officially begins on March 15, roughly six weeks before the league holds the, Brock Purdy's surgery to repair the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear in his right elbow has been postponed to March. Trey Lance running the first-team offense and starting in Week 1 like he did last season, and (2.) The best-case scenario is that the, This site is neither endorsed, nor sponsored by, nor affiliated with San Francisco 49ers or NFL Enterprises LLC. 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You guys wanted to talk to me and I really didnt have anything to talk about. If you liked this post make sure to subscribe below and let us know what you think. Shanahan outlined his offseason plans for Lance during his own press conference on Tuesday and it includes some mechanical work once Lance has enjoyed some rest and relaxation. Right now, here in Feburary, Id almost be willing to bet money Garoppolo is on the roster for the 2022 season. WebTrey Lance Throwing MotionHere is some footage from 49ers camp where you can see Trey Lance and his throwing motion. The delay will undoubtedly move back the timeline for his recovery at least a little bit. Last season, I timed Lances release time at 0.48 seconds, which He is working as much on building relationships with his teammates. Of course, every play counts, but that 3.95 number was more representative of what Lance was asked to do than the 10.6. But take away a 75-yard touchdown pass to Christian Watson and a 73-yard touchdown pass to Dimitri Williams on a broken play and Lance averaged 3.95 yards per attempt on his other 19 throws. Miss Manners: I shouldn't call because the phone scares people? QB Nate Sudfeld, the presumptive backup, completed 12 of 14 passes and had the best throw of the day, a perfectly placed deep pass to Turner for a touchown of 50-plus yards. Weird though it might have been, left tackle Trent Williams said the awkwardness of the situation wasnt evident. Hes been going since pre-draft stuff, getting ready for the Combine, and all that stuff. With average arm strength and below-average mobility, Trasks upside will be limited in the NFL. Where are your feet? Youll see him come back with hisreally pronounced front-side arm to the point where when I see him in games, itlooks like it blocks him off too much.. He has flashed his raw talents, but other things need to be polished. Smells like football pic.twitter.com/hAuyfkdQqk, San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) May 26, 2022. Or Deebo Samuel. Lance put together a strong effort by completing 15-of-21 passes for 223 yards and three touchdowns and running for 64 yards and two touchdowns. Seeing him in the locker room now, I dont really see a difference, Williams said. Meister, the Texas Rangers team physician, thought there was still too much inflammation in the joint, which resulted in the operation being tentatively rescheduled for early next week. His completion percentage in such a run-heavy offense Its hard to imagine a team quarterbacked by Lance struggling in that area. The practices are not padded and theres no contact allowed so there isnt a lot to glean from the on-field work. Trey and the rest of the team have nothing but time. This doesnt mean the ball has to be completely separated from his off-hand. However, hes in a run-first offense that gives him a lot of chances to make open throws. The lack of big names made it even harder to draw conclusions from an 85-minute, non-padded practice in late May that featured primarily 7-on-7 work, meaning quarterback Trey Lance was throwing mostly against air instead of a pass rush. I think it was in a little bit of a weird spot last year, Lance said. Aside from specific things hes working on on any given day, theres not much difference.. I dont see a limp. He breaks down film to uncover the story that the X's and O's tell. One of the most common critiques of young quarterbacks is that they dip the ball. This refers to the quarterback dropping the ball to waist level as he loads up before releasing the ball. Here's People arent getting the COVID booster. He made it work because hes a rare athlete, but he became a much more fluid thrower after reaching the NFL and being taught to hold the ball lower. He's stated publicly that Garoppolo may not get traded even when he gets cleared from shoulder surgery. But I think we leave with nothing but fond memories of Jimmy. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance has been under a microscope over the last few weeks. McDaniels: LV had to make 'tough decision' on Carr, Inside Bears' strategy for No. He finished 16-of-23 for 249 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in a 23-7 win. With Trey Lance expected to take over as starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, there are still many questions about what kind of player he is going to be Dedeaux did note, however, that Lance would be returning to Orange County after the 49ers spring practices are complete. Shanahan is more concerned with Lances eyes and his footwork. Shanahan said it will be good for Lance to get away from us and just focus on those things before returning for OTAs that will likely be centered on transitioning him into the starting job. After hes had time to heal and a full offseason to refine his mechanics, it looks more fluid. Jimmys going to go play some good football for someone.. He still looked skittish AF, but hes working on the mechanics and I hope to see a nice short release after a full offseason of work as a starter. Look at guys like Tom Brady and Jimmy Garroppolo in the NFL and youll never see the ball or their arm drop down when throwing. The performance featured several outstanding plays, some only a few college quarterbacks can make, but his numbers appeared better than the game film showed. In the above clip from last season, you can see Aaron Rodgers dip the ball to waist level, yet he has one of the fastest releases of all time. Trey Lance played baseball growing up and you can see that in his throwing motion. Hes ready and waiting. Asked by a reporter if he would spend the coming months improving his throwing motion, Lance said he would not, focusing on other, unnamed parts of his game. I feel like Im in a really good spot, said Lance. I dont think he will surpass Trevor Lawrence, but I wouldnt be shocked at all if he cracks the top three in the 2021 draft. Instead, it was the first day of a mandatory three-day minicamp and the isolated instance came and went. Not for the "stupid price" of $150 an acre foot. It sure looks like the 49ers may, may have gone with the wrong quarterback. Whats your rhythm? Lances most exciting play was his 73-yard strike to Williams. I know everyone talks about it . Some teams will like him more than others, but the hype around him being a high draft pick is understandable. What quarterbacks must do is sequence the pattern of their throw better. About that missing star power from Tuesdays voluntary practice: Shanahan said both Warner and Kittle were dealing with minor lower-body injuries, fullback Kyle Juszczyk had a personal day and Williams, Bosa and Samuel would attend the mandatory minicamp in mid-June. Even though he separates his hand from the ball quickly, he is still able to consistently keep his front shoulder from opening up too quickly, which would throw off his sequencing. Griese, 47, eventually decided to return and will join an offensive staff that includes brothers Klint and Klay Kubiak. Dear Abby: Why do they imply my husband is a freak? He said that if there were any meaningful adjustments to Lances motion, they would be made then. Trey Lance suffered a season-ending ankle injury in September and underwent two surgeries. He knows his stuff.. The first person that Brock would come off and talk to was Trey, Lynch said. Critics mainly talk about his dip and elongated throwing motion, but some of the all-time most efficient throwers dip the ball. Lances next snap will come for the NFL team that believes in him most. He's also the first of the 2021 rookie quarterbacks to throw a touchdown. 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