I have always remembered guys like Joe Montana was not a very good "practice player" but when he got into games, he lit it up. I have been always surprised that more Head Coaches don't give some backups, #2's serious game time and significant plays to see what they have in these players. Even when things aren't going so well, it usually takes a miracle for a coach to replace a "starter" with the #2 and give them enough plays and time to get settled and see if they play beyond what they see at practice. What's your take?
I have always remembered guys like Joe Montana was not a very good "practice player" but when he got into games, he lit it up. I have been always surprised that more Head Coaches don't give some backups, #2's serious game time and significant plays to see what they have in these players. Even when things aren't going so well, it usually takes a miracle for a coach to replace a "starter" with the #2 and give them enough plays and time to get settled and see if they play beyond what they see at practice. What's your take?