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Originally Posted by Pestilence
Except when it comes to Smith getting the ball there on time. No one wants to put the late passes on Smith. It's all Bowe.
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If a pass is late, it can be due to the QB being hesitant or slow with his progressions, sure. It could also be that the target is not the 1st or 2nd read.. so yeah, the ball will get to that latter target later. When it comes down to it, it really doesn't matter which circumstance.
If Bowe runs an 8 yard curl, he knows the coverage surrounding him before he turns. If the pass isn't on its way just as he turns, he knows this too. So when these "late" passes are on the way, Bowe should be able to assume that coverage is closing.. so extend your arms.. take a step forward.. and get the ball.
No matter why the throw is late, Bowe has to have more situational awareness +/or a better effort to do his job.