Dobbs getting ready to play for Minny

[Volwonder1]

Byron Young with 2 sacks for the rams today too!! VFL’s showing out!!

 

[GBOx2]

Was trying to figure out where Dobbs’ new coach had played before becoming a coach… not sure if true because I rarely trust anything I read on Wikipedia, but it says he was born in Knoxville, TN? Anyone know if that’s true?

O'Connell was initially selected by New England to be Tom Brady's backup. Played in a couple of games there that first season before being waived the following year & then bouncing around the league for a bit.

 

[joevol33]

Just watched the highlights. I've been happy over the years for a lot of Tennessee players in the NFL, but goodness, the joy I had watching his highlights from today. Brought back memories of him here, happy for him.

 

[BernardKingGOAT]

I thought Minnie play calling was questionable today.

It's always easy to question play calling with the benefit of hindsight. They won the game calling plays that gave Dobbs the best chance for success. Won the game

 

[joevol33]

Boom

 

[sami]

I don't give a rat's ass about the NFL and haven't for years, but this is so incredibly cool. It's so rare and refreshing when good things happen to really good people. Congrats to Josh, an all-time VFL.

 

[Noni]

I don't give a rat's ass about the NFL and haven't for years, but this is so incredibly cool. It's so rare and refreshing when good things happen to really good people. Congrats to Josh, an all-time VFL.

So freakin' cool! They better appreciate him.

 

[GUNTERSVOL]

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Wonder what brought about a number change in less than a week?

 

[calban]

Wonder what brought about a number change in less than a week?

Trishton Jackson WR

 

[n_huffhines]

Not sure if Josh will ever earn a day 1 starter position. He definitely deserves to be a long term backup for a team. However, I think he has cement his legacy as an emergency QB for any team that needs one. He has proven 3 times now you can plug him in and he will ball. I have a feeling anytime a QB1 goes down and that team doesn't have a viable 2, Josh Dobbs is going to be on speed dial.

Proud of him and glad he is finally getting opportunities he has worked so hard for.

He's definitely a top 32 QB. Maybe even top 20 because right now it's hard to name even 15 reliable starters. The problem is nobody is content with the 20th-best QB unless he's 22 YO and with ceiling to spare.

 

[pimo1]

This is what Dobbs looks like behind a Decent O-line. Imagine if Justin Jefferson wasn't out.

 

[n_huffhines]

He should send those draft pick dreamers a thank you card. I’m sure he is very glad he wasn’t facing that Cleveland defense today behind Arizonas trash offensive line. Got to have a career moment in his hometown. I hope his parents were there for it. It’s like a half hour drive I think so I’m sure they were.
Btw, is there a college fanbase that follows and roots for their players at the next level like Tennessee fans do? I doubt it.

With AZ's trash roster, he put up 24 the week before against the Ravens, who had the #1 D...and that was probably Dobbs' worst game as a Cardinal.

JD is still the guy where too often you're wondering WTF he's doing, but in a league where so few guys can make plays at the QB position...he can make plays. With AZ's scrubs he was 16th in 3rd down conversion %. And apparently, in MN, he doesn't even have to know the playbook or his teammates, LOL.

 

[cherokeeeVOL]

I only watched the last 15-20 minutes or so because I had no idea he was actually in there and it was like old times watching him again! Great player and a force when the pieces are in place around him.

 

[deezvols]

 

[OrangeInKy]

With AZ's trash roster, he put up 24 the week before against the Ravens, who had the #1 D...and that was probably Dobbs' worst game as a Cardinal.

JD is still the guy where too often you're wondering WTF he's doing, but in a league where so few guys can make plays at the QB position...he can make plays. With AZ's scrubs he was 16th in 3rd down conversion %. And apparently, in MN, he doesn't even have to know the playbook or his teammates, LOL.

There were moments yesterday where I definitely didn’t know what he was doing and he made something happen, except for the couple early disasters

 

[TCNC53]

Wonder how many Vol fans just became Viking fans?

Don’t know, but I know a Vikings fan that became a VOLS fan with that win. Texted me as the game ended and adding that Josh Dobbs is his favorite VOL. GBO!

 

[Tman44]

 

[Caz]

Just goes to show that good things happen to good people! I can not be more proud to be a Vol fan and now a Viking fan because of this guy that has always held himself with class and a dedication to team!
I’m still smiling today and so happy for JD!

 

[feathersax]

Opposite of a Maxxy?

Or the ones with "Wings"?

 

[MurphyVol]

I prefer Space Viking

 

[thehardknoxlife]

Passtronaut. I smell a Madden AKA card.

 

[DrTNT]

O'Connell was initially selected by New England to be Tom Brady's backup. Played in a couple of games there that first season before being waived the following year & then bouncing around the league for a bit.

I read that, just interested to know if he was actually born in Knoxville like Wikipedia says... thought that was interesting.

 

[MississippiVOLS]

The Reddit recap thread is pretty good.

Reddit - Dive into anything

 

[MRobVFL]

He's definitely a top 32 QB. Maybe even top 20 because right now it's hard to name even 15 reliable starters. The problem is nobody is content with the 20th-best QB unless he's 22 YO and with ceiling to spare.

Didn't say he isn't deserving of being a day 1 starter. Just that I don't think he will get the chance, as I agree with your assessment.

 

[n_huffhines]

Didn't say he isn't deserving of being a day 1 starter. Just that I don't think he will get the chance, as I agree with your assessment.

Everything I said was meant to be in agreement. It'll be hard for him to find a starting spot, despite being a top 20 QB.

There are potentially 7 first round pick talents in next year's draft.