Matthews

[northernbillfan]

With all this talk as to who may be our back-up this upcoming season why not Matthews again?

Did he only sign a 1 year contract?

He only saw action in two games as a Bill, though he should have been in more IMO. He had a good drive against San Fran (I think) where it was capped with a TD.

I think he is as viable a backup as anyone else in the league.

[Iehoshua]

With all this talk as to who may be our back-up this upcoming season why not Matthews again?

Did he only sign a 1 year contract?

He only saw action in two games as a Bill, though he should have been in more IMO. He had a good drive against San Fran (I think) where it was capped with a TD.

I think he is as viable a backup as anyone else in the league.

I agree he's a viable backup but have heard rumors he's retiring...

[Slim]

i agree, i think matthews is a good backup

[generalmills]

the question that I have with regards to Mathews is: Can he play the starting role for an extended period of time (3-4 weeks) successfully. AVP was a good backup behind a successful QB, in that he was very good at going out and finishing games or starting single games but struggled once teams had a chance to game plan for his weaknesses. With JP in the pocket I feel that it is in the best interest of the team to go out and get a Vet backup that can start successfully for a long period of time (Kitna etc...). Until JP gets a firm handle on the offense and shows that he has the ability to duck out of bounds and make smart decision there is the possibility of a long term injury.. would you be please with Mathews as the insurance policy?

[Kerr]

I would take matthews back, but as I stated before, I would take a similar qb to the pope that meshes into the offense. The offense is going to be designed for a mobile qb and garcia fits the bill. It's a plus that he has experience too. I'd go after him before I bring back matthews or any other pocket qb.