Yahoo Sports NFL on Cooper Rush
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I have to think Rush will look better against a lesser defense, a week removed from back spasms, and with the team having a better idea of what he can and can't do after a full game. What we do know is that Rush's permanent limitations—the lack of arm strength, the shaky decision-making under duress, and the lack of mobility in the pocket—mean he's essentially a turret you have to have aimed and ready to fire quickly.
STACKED’s take
Rush expected to improve vs. weaker Panthers but limited by arm strength.
Rush had a poor Week 1 performance ('sad day at the office') but is expected to improve in Week 2 against a weaker Panthers defense, a week removed from back spasms, and with the team having a better understanding of his capabilities. However, his permanent limitations—lack of arm strength, shaky decision-making under duress, and lack of pocket mobility—mean he functions as 'essentially a turret you have to have aimed and ready to fire quickly.' The source notes that if Rush can be 25% sharper and 25% quicker to get rid of the ball, the Falcons offense should stay afloat. His deep passing game is essentially off the table, as he hit on only one route close to 20 yards and missed badly on every other deep attempt.
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