(01-02-2022, 07:14 PM)OutsiderFan Wrote: Mills really struggled with the pressure the Niners put on him. But he did make some very nice throws when he had decent pass protection. Brandin Cooks was almost the only weapon he had.
But... Trey Lance was much more impressive. When he has the experience that Mills has starting, I think he will be the superior player. That doesn't mean Mills can't be very good with a strong team around him, just that Lance demonstrated why he was drafted higher.
Justin Reid is quite a player. He's gonna be a future Pro Bowler and get paid.
Lance showed some promise. Had a nice second half. Mills had no chance. Was constantly under pressure (especially in second half) and has really nothing to work with other than Cooks. Texans are atrocious offensively. Line stinks. Backs are retreads. One decent receiver.
Take a look at what happened to Lawrence this year. That team is beyond awful. Made worse by a horrific choice of HC. He’s talented enough to survive it. After all, Peyton threw 28 ints his first year.
Before the draft I read someone tied to the NFL who was asked who the best rookie quarterback would be. His response was whoever got drafted by the 49ers. The reason being, obviously, that he would have the best supporting cast surrounding him by a long shot.
As it is the best has been Mac Jones. For the same reason.
