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Originally Posted by Chiefnj2
Because for every half of good play, Alex has several games of playing like a chickenshit. That's why people doubt him. The glass is half full people will say "look at the first half against the Colts". The glass is half empty will say "look at the entire Tennessee game or end of the San Fran game." Whether you want to admit it or not, Wilson tends to step up more often than not and make plays when the team needs it. Alex hasn't.
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And this ability to "make plays" is tightly connected to being an overall more dynamic player last year. Specifically, Russell was a very productive runner. He averaged 53 YPG on the ground, with 217.2 YPG passing.
Smith, on the other hand, averaged 17 YPG on the ground, with 217.7 YPG passing.
Get over 800 yards rushing from your QB, and you're damn right that this changes the overall complexion a shit ton.