Aiyuk said he reviewed video of Ward, who spent his four seasons with the Chiefs, from Kansas Citys win over the Cowboys and Pro Bowl wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and Amari Cooper last year. If the arm is doing all the work, inaccuracy and soreness can follow. Shanahan is more concerned with Lances eyes and his footwork. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Last season, I timed Lances release time at 0.48 seconds, which 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. INDIANAPOLIS Dont be overly alarmed about lingering swelling in Brock Purdys right elbow. That points to two things: (1.) However, if you watch some of the best, most efficient throwers of all time, a lot of them have what could be considered elongated throwing motions that dip the ball. 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. Its different working away from the building because youre working primarily as a thrower and not necessarily as a quarterback., Regarding his motion, Lance said, I dont feel like it slows me down. Tom Brady has tweaked his throwing motion every year for the last 20 years, Shanahan said. Dear Abby: Why do they imply my husband is a freak? Hufangas initial first-team status wasnt a surprise. Montana State initially pressured with three, and as Lance moved to his left in the pocket, he eluded a linebacker trying to clean up the play. With Trey, he needs to take a couple of weeks off, Shanahan said, via 49ersWebzone.com. (Photo of Trey Lance: Stan Szeto / USA Today). If that team is the Broncos, it could cost a future first-round pick and more to get him in order to move up in the draft. Coach Jimbo Fisher tapped into Monds athleticism (1,608 career rushing yards) and helped him improve as a decision-maker (three interceptions on 297 attempts in 2020). According to Hewlett, 0.4 is neither slow nor fast. Yeah Im more worried about the ability to read a defense, that seems a lot harder to grasp. 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 Lances most exciting play was his 73-yard strike to Williams. How fast are you throwing it? Trey Lances season debut, albeit a losing one, showcased one of the most mesmerizing throws by a 49ers quarterback in recent memory. I like where hes at right now.. 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He just fit one in on me today, Ward said. Player to Stay Away From: Kyle Trask, Florida. Trey Lance, San Francisco 49ers quarterback, cleans out his locker in the locker rooms in Levis Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023. You play with your fundamentals and improve the plays that you have.. Heres why. For a first-year starter, stuff like this is totally normal but still has to be talked about. Second-year 49ers QB Trey Lance has one of the most widely scrutinized throwing motions in recent memory. While hes a little bit smaller than those guys, they are all excellent runners and do a lot of their damage on the ground despite not being freakishly fast like Lamar Jackson or Kyler Murray. The content and information from other sites is the property of their respective owners. Here's People arent getting the COVID booster. May 26, 2022. This is a common tendency in quarterbacks with strong arms at this age because theyve always been the best player on the field and could make that throw 9/10 times in the past. The first was to repair two injuries to his ankle, a fibula fracture and ligament disruption. He connected with Jauan Jennings, who made an outstretched, over-the-middle grab on a post. Thats a big-money corner so those are the guys that you make your money going against, Aiyuk said when asked about the inspiration for his video study. In fact, the one turnover he had all season, a fumble, happened in the first quarter of the first game of the season. That will hurt him. Opinion: Colorado farms going fallow? 49ers practice report: Trey Lances altered motion about angles, not an overhaul, San Francisco is at its most unaffordable point in at least a decade. Lances 0.42 is a bit on the slower side, but dipping the ball isnt the culprit. After the hip opens and generates torque, the arm follows and doesnt have to work as hard. The hope is Purdy will need only an internal brace repair, which would include a six-month recovery. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu). There has been a lot of discussion about Lance's throwing motion since he entered the NFL. One negative that can be said about him is his passing accuracy is being dreadful through his first eight NFL appearances. WebLance said he doesn't plan on tinkering with his throwing motion this offseason. The 49ers originally thought Purdys recovery would last roughly six months and hed be back in full for the start of training camp in late July. 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. Sometimes you just have to go through the rough patches, and youve got to play, Lynch said. 45-yard throw, pressure in his face, throwing from the far hash and Trey Lance has the ball on an absolute rope. Email: ebranch@sfchronicle.com Twitter: @Eric_Branch. His completion percentage in such a run-heavy offense The longtime NFL quarterback had been a broadcaster since 2009, and last season was his first as an assistant coach. However, that doesn't mean the third-year quarterback is waiting to start getting into football shape. He will get his chance this year though, as the Bison take on Oregon in week 1 (assuming the season happens, fingers crossed) in a must watch game. 28 Reply [deleted] 1 yr. ago [removed] Reply Drodman93 Joe Staley However, his 632 snaps (237 on special teams) were the most among 49ers rookies in 2021 and he has impressed Ward with his smarts this offseason. You dont throw for 28 touchdowns and 0 interceptions without being a great decision-maker. As he continues to work himself back 3 pick last year, it's in their best interest to give him the keys to the offense this season. Head coach Kyle Shanahan was asked Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, QB Trey Lance has impressed safety Jimmie Ward, who noted, I like where hes at right now., San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility in Santa Clara, Calif., Tuesday, May 24, 2022. Asked about Garoppolo on Tuesday, Lynch was more diplomatic than Kyle Shanahan, who on Feb. 1 said he didnt see any scenario in which Garoppolo returns. And it speaks to who he is, his character, and thats why we believed in him so much when we drafted him., (Top photo of Trey Lance: Lachlan Cunningham / Getty Images). Or Nick Bosa. Thats the ultimate sign of a competitor in my eyes. If you feel like donating and want access to some early blog releases and exclusive breakdown content or to help us keep things running, you can visit our Patreon pagehere. Lynch on Tuesday said The quarterback entered the 2022 season as the team's starter but suffered a season-ending right ankle injury during Week 2 on September 18. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance has been under a microscope over the last few weeks. But he said Lance also never acted threatened following his injury. 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 thats how it goes, that was the situation I was in, and I tried to embrace my role and make the most out of it.. Powered by BizBudding, REPORT: 49ers QB Trey Lance Refuses To Work On One Thing This Offseason, REPORT: Tom Brady Will Un-Retire And Sign With NFC Powerhouse, According To NFL Insider: It Makes Too Much Sense (VIDEO), Former First-Round NFL Quarterback Was Benched For His Pathetic Performance During XFL Debut. He could flick the ball 65 yards down field without a hitch. This is an obvious one, but no matter how good you may look, when you play at the 1-AA level people will question all of your success. Not to say hes 100 percent, but hes really recovering well and doing a really nice job.. Or Fred Warner. Employers can change that. Youve got to hone in on getting better. Perhaps because Lance played the fewest snaps of the five quarterbacks selected in the first round of the 2021 draft, there has been a high level of speculation and scrutiny around him heading into this season. Broncos draft film study: Is Trey Lance capable, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Get to know all 17 Denver mayor candidates . As soon as he begins to move his hand to start the process of throwing the ball, the timer starts. Still, Lance is able to keep his front shoulder stable and close so that his hips open up first. A little over nine months later against Central Arkansas, Lance looked like a top prospect who had not played in an actual game in months and felt the pressure of all eyes being on him. Very quick. . But, no, I see him about the same.. I was a He has great vision for a quarterback which allows him to find running lanes and follow his blockers. Reportedly, Lance is a tireless worker, so its likely that he is far from his final form mechanically. A state court just Workers in S.F. Its in those moments when the comparisons to Buffalos Josh Allen seem most apt. Lance looked comfortable on the five snaps he took from under center (16 out of the shotgun) that resulted in passing attempts and was smooth on play-action fakes. And I wish him the best, so well leave it at that.. Maybe Trey could go back to college for a couple of years to hone his QB skills? After he releases the ball, he snaps his wrist down so both his palm and thumb point to the grass, I wasnt playing. You should receive a confirmation email shortly asking you to verify your subscription. This is a reason why he reminds me of Cam Newton or Josh Allen. 49ers is a registered trademark of the Forty Niners Football Company LLC. Trey Lance played baseball growing up and you can see that in his throwing motion. What we dont want in a quarterbacks motion is a pauseor somewhere it slowsdown or stops. Critics mainly talk about his dip and elongated throwing motion, but some of the all-time most efficient throwers dip the ball. That means he went 15 games and three quarters without turning the ball over. An index from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta shows the typical Bay Area resident would struggle to afford a home. 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. (Odum and undrafted rookie free-agent cornerback Kadar Hollman were beaten on Sudfelds long TD pass to Turner.). Sign up for our weekly recaps, informed analysis, and film breakdowns. Speaking to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, an opposing team's offensive coach pointed out that Lance's throwing motion looked "wonky" from what he saw in 2021. 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. However, Tom Pelissero reported that Dr. Keith Meister, who will perform the procedure, recommended it be postponed due to inflammation remaining in the San Francisco 49ers quarterback's arm. Had it been a game or an open practice with fans in attendance, there would have been an audible buzz, because it was one of those moments that was perfect for the kind of overreaction that comes naturally with the most important position in professional sports. Purdys injury, however, makes that unlikely. Trey Lance running the first-team offense and starting in Week 1 like he did last season, and (2.) (Tim Nwachukwu / Getty Images). Trey Lance, in theory, would have just been in college for three years if he declares after the season and not nearly as polished of a thrower as Wentz was. To be an efficient thrower, quarterbacks dont need to eliminate the dip. He looked like a man amongst boys as just a redshirt freshman, but his opponents for the most part are not NFL players. 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. Trey Lance will be dynamite early in his career off of read options and RPOs. 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. Matt Barrows is a senior writer for The Athletic covering the 49ers. You know the defense, they know the offense, so you cant really go for the big plays. At the snap, Lance was in the shotgun with Williams to his right. 49ers not totally sold on Jimmy G and are hoping that Trey can fix his game to take the helm from Jimmy G. Yeeesh, not much of an endorsement there Shanahan, go get your boy Kirk! The Broncos were 27th in the NFL in red-zone efficiency last season (53.3%) and havent been successful over 60% of the time since 2014. 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. Given what the 49ers traded to select Lance with the No. Lance had runs of 26, 11, 54 (touchdown), 33, 10 and 14 (touchdown) yards, combining a bruising style with breakaway speed. On short and intermediate throws, a more condensed motion will get the ball out quicker or even stop you turning the ball over. Of Lances 21 throws, 11 were either dump-offs to a running back after an initial read or a quick pass outside to a receiver. The 49ers set the wheels in motion for a quarterback change when they drafted Trey Lance with the third overall pick in last years draft and the next step of that change is set to take place this offseason. Lance underwent two surgeries. 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