Jalen hurts

[bama57]

 just wondering where Jalen hurts fits into the playbook for Alabama's future

[bama57]

 is he our starter next year as a conservative quarterback,  or is the Hawaiian our starter

[Chechem]

Saban already said they'd sort it out during the spring.

[2Stater]

I was so glad to see Jalen's positive attitude last night. You could tell he was genuinely happy for Tua and being a part of a Natty.

[N.AL-Tider]

If I am the coach I develop a few plays where both Jalen and Tua are standing side by side in the shotgun and the snap would go to the qb with a particular signal after being determined by the qb reads at the LOS.  Let the opposing defense figure out which one to chase...

[2Stater]

If I am the coach I develop a few plays where both Jalen and Tua are standing side by side in the shotgun and the snap would go to the qb with a particular signal after being determined by the qb reads at the LOS.  Let the opposing defense figure out which one to chase...

There was a lot of speculation from folks that this would happen this year. Unfortunately, it didn't. I can definitely see it happening next year. Hurts may not be the best QB, but he's too good an athlete to leave on the sideline.

[McBaman]

Last night revealed for all to see what some already had seen.  Tua IS a QB.  Jalen. is a good athlete who plays QB.

Jalen still does not see the whole field.  His HS offensive scheme didn't require him to develop that skill.  Tua sees the whole field which is why he knew where he was going with that last throw before the ball was snapped, and he knew how to make the play unfold.

RTR  What a night!!!

[2Stater]

Last night revealed for all to see what some already had seen.  Tua IS a QB.  Jalen. is a good athlete who plays QB.

Jalen still does not see the whole field.  His HS offensive scheme didn't require him to develop that skill.  Tua sees the whole field which is why he knew where he was going with that last throw before the ball was snapped, and he knew how to make the play unfold.

RTR  What a night!!!

What a night indeed, McB! 

[bama57]

Now kiffen wants to add his two cents after looking into his imaginary crystal ball

[Catch Prothro]

Last night revealed for all to see what some already had seen.  Tua IS a QB.  Jalen. is a good athlete who plays QB.

I agree.  Tua is a QB, Jalen is an athlete.

I don't think you can put that genie back in the bottle.  I'm guessing Tua earned the starting job last night.

At 6'2", 218 pounds, Jalen might be a better prospect at another position, maybe DB or WR. He hasn't learned the college passing game;  it is unlikely that any NFL team other than the Browns would give him a chance at QB.  (And although Bama will still need a backup QB, I don't see Jalen staying around for that role.)

To keep him, we need to get him on the field.

I remember the failed experiments with Jimmy Johns.  I don't think they apply to Jalen.  There aren't the attitude (drug) issues.

Give Jalen a chance.   

[ricky023]

I would not to have to make the choice between the 2 QB's they are both dominant. RTR!

[Chechem]

Just keep in mind that many of Alabama's QBs didn't blossom until their junior or senior years.  It's difficult to read defenses and make plays in seconds.

It'd be a mistake to give up on Jalen.  More likely we'll see a new role for him.
Remember, behind Jalen is NOTHING for depth.  We were lucky this year.  All of the injuries we had this year hardly touched Jalen (one quiet leg injury); could be an issue almost any time in any game for Tua.  We need them both.

[Catch Prothro]

Just keep in mind that many of Alabama's QBs didn't blossom until their junior or senior years.  It's difficult to read defenses and make plays in seconds.

It'd be a mistake to give up on Jalen.  More likely we'll see a new role for him.
Remember, behind Jalen is NOTHING for depth.  We were lucky this year.  All of the injuries we had this year hardly touched Jalen (one quiet leg injury); could be an issue almost any time in any game for Tua.  We need them both.

Sure, but don't know if Jalen would stay as a backup.   

[ricky023]

Just keep in mind that many of Alabama's QBs didn't blossom until their junior or senior years.  It's difficult to read defenses and make plays in seconds.

It'd be a mistake to give up on Jalen.  More likely we'll see a new role for him.
Remember, behind Jalen is NOTHING for depth.  We were lucky this year.  All of the injuries we had this year hardly touched Jalen (one quiet leg injury); could be an issue almost any time in any game for Tua.  We need them both.

Sure, but don't know if Jalen would stay as a backup.   

I think your right on keeping Jalen playing but You got to admit Tua needs to be throwing the ball so how do you that with both players? RTR!

[Scott-YHK]

Just my opinion...there's no way that Tua isn't the starter as of right now. There's multiple reasons why reverting to Jalen at this point would be detrimental. The team is aware of who gives them the best chance to win. If he is not the starter, you start losing the team. Two, do you think the 5 star talent at the WR position continues to roll in when they know that the QB is not well rounded and can throw the ball? Think Blake Sims...how many receptions did any receiver have that wasn't named Amari Cooper. This year...other than Ridley, how many receptions?

Why go back to a limited playbook because personnel limitations? Does Tua stay if Jalen is still the named the starter. No way Jalen improves enough to be a top 3 QB in the draft after his junior season...

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