Loading ...With Jim Sorgi‘s shoulder injury reportedly only sidelining the backup QB for 2-3 weeks, the biggest thing to come from Lance Laury’s hard sack of Sorgi might be the opportunity that it presents for third-string QB Rhett Bomar. Both Sorgi and starter Eli Manning will sit out of Saturday’s action against the Steelers, so Bomar figures to get as much as three quarters of work and, of course, ever-important reps with the top unit.
Originally thought to be battling himself for the 3rd-string QB job, Bomar’s brief but sparkling performance in his first preseason action and Sorgi’s balky shoulder probably makes Bomar’s presence on the final roster a foregone conclusion. Nonetheless, Bomar will have the opportunity on Saturday to cement that decision, or perhaps show that it’s time to start taking him seriously as a backup QB candidate (or fall flat on his face).
When asked if he thought he could build off last week’s work, Bomar said to Giants.com:
I do. That’s what I plan to do, want to do. I felt comfortable out there. It was fun to be out there and play again after a year….I need all the reps I can get being a young guy, and getting more reps this training camp than last year, but still limited. All the reps I can take, I’m happy to take them.
Bomar showed last week that he can make quick decisions, throw tight, accurate balls and boy can he move when he tucks the ball and runs. This weekend he’ll get a real shot to prove he can keep putting all those things together, a chance many young QB’s never even get. So kid, ya nervous?
I wouldn’t say ‘nerves.’ I’d say it’s excitement, anxious. It’s a great opportunity to prove what I have, and it’s what I’ve been looking for. I welcome all the reps I can get.
{Editor’s note: Word of advice for Bomar: find Victor Cruz!, and throw him the damn ball.}
Other Notes:
- With Eli Manning and Jim Sorgi out, it sounds like Antrel Rolle may get some snaps at QB against the Steelers.
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Perhaps now we know why they were practicing all those damn HB passes in practice yesterday…
I wonder if Colts fans are slitting their wrists knowing that Jim Sorgi gives us all the keys to their offense, much like many Giants fans were last year when Woodson went to the Redskins…
Sorgi is better than Curtis Painter was last season.
Also remember Bomar is a talented kid. If he was not tossed out of Oklahoma, imagine where he would have been drafted. I bet he would have had a shot at the Heisman.
I was just going to post something similar. He started as freshman at OU and played fairly well, that tells you his talent level. Basically, Bradford turned out to be what most thought Bomar would be at OU.
We really have a unique opportunity to see Bomar play against 1s and 2s for most of the game. We should be able to get a true assement of where he is at and if we have to find a vet.
guys just a heads up this post has some Bomar quotes in it now if you care to refresh…
Repost:
I don’t agree with picking up a Quinn or another Sorgi like qb. With his talent and knowledge of the system I trust Bomar as much as anyone of that caliber of qb. If we go after a more proven vet I like Daunte Culpepper. I don’t agree with spending a pick on anyone unless you are getting back a David Carr type vet and that still would be only a 5th round pick or lower.
I like Bomar, but let’s see what he’s got. At this point he is way too inexperienced to be depended upon as the #2 quarterback.
I say sign Jeff Garcia (costing us a pile of beans because he needs to audition for everyone to have a shot at a backup’s contract), have Rhett play the first half, Garcia most of the second and Jim’s boy to clean up with the scrubs. When Sorgi is ready, Jeff goes, but not before he has been able to at least try to get someone interested in his services.
I know Albany…Seen LOTS of concerts at the Knick.
Saratoga is better.
If Garcia wants to come here I would grab him. I happened to see him on Pro’s vs. Joe’s and he was the best athlete on the show he played defense better than the defensive player. He looked to be in great shape and he has the credentials to start games if needed.
I would like to see Bomar get more chances because he has great tools.
Dirt-Do you think that anyone in Colts land cares that the Giants will know the Colts schemes. Teams scout their opponents and if they can out game plan them and have the talent to perform, then they should win. Otherwise you can take all the knowledge in the world and it won’t me diddly squat if.