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QB Troy Smith (2006 Heisman Trophy Winner)

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Report: Eagles interested in Troy Smith as Vick replacement
Posted by Mike Florio on July 7, 2010

If the Eagles decide to part ways with quarterback Mike Vick, they'll need a replacement.

Howard Eskin of WIP reported earlier today via Twitter that the team is eyeballing Troy Smith of the Ravens. Smith, who won a Heisman Trophy at Ohio State, has faded deep into the depth chart in Baltimore, behind Joe Flacco and recent arrival Marc Bulger.

As to the question of whether the Eagles will make a change, Eskin writes, "Say goodbye to Vick!!!"
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Report: Eagles interested in Troy Smith as Vick replacement | ProFootballTalk.com
 
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Buckeneye;1727768; said:
That would be tremendous - I use the Eagles in Madden and I think Troy could very well excel under Reid. Although Kolb looks to be pretty damn good.
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Exactly. It's a better situation than Baltimore. I doubt he'd get the chance to start with Kolb there. Kolb looked extremely impressive in limited duty. But an Andy Reid offense would try whatever it could to score points, meaning Troy might get on the field more often.
 
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Buckeneye;1727768; said:
That would be tremendous
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Agreed, a new opportunity would be good for Troy.

Buckeneye;1727768; said:
I use the Eagles in Madden and I think Troy could very well excel under Reid
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Huh? Is this how we evaluate a player's potential fit?

Buckeneye;1727768; said:
Although Kolb looks to be pretty damn good.
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Kolb seems fine, but I don't see him as entrenched as Flacco is. As you stated at the beginning, this would seem to be a good thing for Troy.
 
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Five questions with Ravens QB Troy Smith.About the Author
Posted July 12, 2010
By Dan Parr

Ravens QB Troy Smith recently was in Palatine, Ill., for teammate Tom Zbikowski's Pure Speed sports clinic. PFW caught up with Smith at the clinic to discuss reports that the Eagles would be interested in acquiring him if they release Michael Vick, who is barred from leaving Pennsylvania while being investigated for violating the terms of his probation.

PFW: There have been reports that the Eagles might be interested in trading for you. Did you read or hear that, and what's your reaction to it?

Smith: I heard a little bit about it, but during the offseason, especially during this time, it's about getting your body ready for training camp. It's about getting your body ready for all the things you're going to endure during the season. I can't control any of that stuff. I can only do what's in my power to get better as a quarterback and fine-tune my skills and abilities.

PFW: But were you intrigued by what you heard?

Smith: I've never been through a situation like this, so it's all brand-new to me. I can't say that it isn't (intriguing). Even though you suit up for certain clubs and organizations on a Sunday, all 31 other teams see you. It's definitely a business. It's becoming kind of redundant when I say it, but that's what it is.

PFW: It looks like the Ravens are pretty happy with Joe Flacco as the starter and he's not going anywhere any time soon. Do you want the chance to start somewhere?

Smith: There's no doubt about it. That's what we all suit up on Sundays for. We want the chance and the opportunity to play and showcase our talent, but it doesn't happen like that all the time. (It's about) just having the ability to stay even-keeled, and not only that, but there are a lot of things built into the game to tear you down. As a man you just grow and you learn from it and continue to get better.

If I continue to harp on some of the negative things that have happened to me in life, I'd never move forward.

PFW: Are you happy in Baltimore?

Smith: I'm happy in Baltimore. I would definitely be a little bit more happy if I was playing, but I got a great group of guys that I'm around. Flacco is one of my great friends, (and) John Beck is (too). The quarterbacks have to be the most tight-knit group around. We added another guy in Marc Bulger, and hopefully he can definitely fit into the equation with us. I'm happy about the situation.

PFW: Training camp is just a couple of weeks away. What is your goal heading into it?

Smith: Don't get me wrong. I know that Joe is the starter. He's a tremendous person and a tremendous player, but I definitely have dreams and feel like I can lead this team. There's no doubt in my mind. It'll happen when it's supposed to, though. I'm very optimistic.
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ProFootballWeekly.com - Five questions with Ravens QB Troy Smith
 
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Buckskin86;1731269; said:
If I continue to harp on some of the negative things that have happened to me in life, I'd never move forward.
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This really shows how mature Troy has been since he lost the starting job and how confident he remains that he'll be the leader again someday.


Buckskin86;1731269; said:
Don't get me wrong. I know that Joe is the starter. He's a tremendous person and a tremendous player, but I definitely have dreams and feel like I can lead this team. There's no doubt in my mind. It'll happen when it's supposed to, though. I'm very optimistic.
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Ed Reed: Troy Smith more than qualified to be backup
Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on July 20, 2010

Ravens players continue to roll out the welcome wagon for new teammate Marc Bulger.

A day after Joe Flacco wondered how Bulger would fit into the quarterback room, Ravens safety Ed Reed said the team essentially doesn't need the pricey backup.

Speaking on 105.7 The Fan, Reed said that Troy Smith would be more than equipped to lead the team to a championship if asked.

"I honestly think Troy was the guy and is the guy [at the backup spot]. . . . [Bulger is] "just another guy that's been in the league and been around," Reed said.

It's right about now Bulger may be wondering if he picked the wrong team. And Ravens management may be thinking they are better off getting rid of Smith soon.

When Reed wasn't sticking up for Smith, the All Pro updated his recovery from hip surgery. He estimates he's only "35%" and acknowledged there's a decent chance he'll go on the reserve/PUP list to start the season, which would force him to miss the first six games of the season.
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Ed Reed: Troy Smith more than qualified to be backup | ProFootballTalk.com
 
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dragurd;1735926; said:
I noticed if nothing else Troy has a lot of charisma in the locker room as he's had veterans on the team sticking up for him his whole time there.
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Reminds me of Playboy's definition of charisma: That indescribable somthing that girls with big t.i.t.s have.

I've always liked that definition so I thought that I'd just throw it in. :biggrin:
 
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