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Originally Posted by Mavericks Ace
That may be true. But, its just that one play against the Giants that just sticks out in my mind. Bowe was in the left slot, it was a version of the rub route where Fasano was basically setting a pick for him, he had one job, to beat his man inside, he didn't, and Alex Smith ended up throwing a pick.
And, no, I am not insinuating that Andy Reids offense is the only offense that is predicated on Precision and timing. But no offenses are as OCD about it, as an offense off of the bill walsh tree.
Yes, Bowe was able to free lance a little more with past qbs.
Alex Smith is not comfortable if a play doesn't go strictly on script. Its a HUGE weakness for him.
But, all of that aside, can you honestly tell me that Dwayne Bowe is a route runner on the level of Welker, Anquan Boldin, or Reggie Wayne?
If you cant, then that is where I am coming from with Bowe.
Bowe is not Calvin Johnson, he is not Josh Gordon. He is not going to blow by you. So he has to use his size, and physicality, and route running to beat corners.
That's all im saying. Not saying he cant. just saying he needs to dedicate himself to it.
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I can't say I've seen enough of Boldins or Waynes route running, but Welker is easily the best in the league. So, no Bowe isn't as good a route runner as Welker.
You say Bowe needs to dedicate himself to his route running, I'd love if he improved his game any way he could.
I say Alex Smith needs to dedicate himself to utilizing the talent of his receivers as best he can, off-script or not.