On JT's videos he's starting to be a little critical of Brock passing on some deep throws that are open. He's not sure if Brock doesn't trust his arm on really deep throws or if it's just not the read on the play, but it seems like that might be an area of growth for Brock.
Not easy to find info from back then and it doesn’t seem consistent. But I saw one that showed cap number of just under $7M but cash spent of $16M for Aikman.
Do not know much, however it’s very obvious Brock has improved his focus points on body improvement, and continues to work through his areas for dynamic improvements. Combine this with his mental awareness he will continue to improve. He listens to his coaches and teammates - by no means is he a focus of one.
He did that in some cases EARLY in the season and those were some EARLY evaluations. Middle and later in the season he's hitting deep all the time.
He's never going to get a bigger arm though. His deep throws are usually 35 yards max and he's not looking for the receiver run under it, he's hitting them in stride with a strike. I imagine he knows his limits and doesn't go for throws he isn't confident he will have a high success with. Some people think his arm has improved since the surgery which is somewhat consistent with what they claim happens with pitchers after the same surgery. If he could improve his distance some, he would be a terror.
Admittedly I haven't watched this week's episode yet, but I gotta think the deep attempt to Aiyuk thar just missed would fit the bill for what JT wants to see. Juat happened to be a good defensive break to break that one up.
The good news for Brock, and the 9ers, if he simply continued to play at his current level for the next 5 years there will be some amazing results. And given Brock's history, I have a hard time believing he's ever going to be the type to plateau.
There were multiple deep throws that were either missed or Brock just passed on. JT kind of puts it on the offense overall. An early throw was just poor footwork by Brock. A later throw Aiyuk just did a bad job of finding the ball, and one Brock just passed on. JT is very complimentary of Brock overall, but everything isn't going to be perfect.
I've seen him throw 45+ yards this year. He can hit 35 - 50 and quite frankly that's all you need. Justin Herbert or Mahomes have like one 65 - 70 yarder all season long. While it looks tremendous it's not necessary to stretch the field. Which can be done much shorter. It happens in 1 game for them. Not 16 / 17 others. So honestly it doesn't happen that often. Accuracy deep is more important than a rocket super deep.
I haven't watched the last few. Chase Daniel does better evaluations IMO.
So, iow, the 9ers play to their strengths. Who can ***** about the results?
Some of that could be opinion, or systemic differences. JT doesn't know what was called or what the coaches are telling Brock. I mean if the bar is perfection at a near precognitive level then sure, anyone could get better. That is kind of the only way Brock can get better though. Making the most correct throw and decision ever play, regardless of external factors like rush, throwing lanes, route timing etc. That's kind of unrealistic but would be legendary to see him achieve. I hope he is that good. We need the next big thing to come around.
Yeah you just want great results. Who cares how? Each team plays a little different. Obviously what the 49ers do works great for them.
