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Originally Posted by Fat Elvis
I think that is one of the more fair and balanced assessments of ASmith from a detractor on this board.
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I agree. And though I am not well versed in Smith's early years with the 49ers, from this...
http://www.pro-football-reference.co.../gamelog/2005/
...it appears Smith may have had a similar beginning to his career as Sanchez. By that, I mean he may have been thrust into the starting lineup a bit before he was ready. Maybe being allowed to sit a year or two would have helped with his development as an NFL QB as well.
BUT... it does appear that Smith's arrow is pointing up as opposed to many other QB's who have been thrown out there too early. Just how steep that arrow is pointing is what remains to be seen.