Troy Smith Backs Up Back up??

Question

Why is Joe Flacco the starting QB? I know Kyle Boller is out for the season, but why isnt Troy Smith the starting QB he played better then Flacco in Preseason

Answer 1

Troy Smith is a career backup.  A hype job like most of the OSU players that have come out in the past 5 years.

Answer 2

Troy Smith would be a good choice for starter.  I mean he won the Heisman.  I think NFL coaches tend to overlook him because he is short.  However, when you watch how he performs in NFL games, you have to hand it to him.  He does a good job.

Answer 3

Troy Smith was hospitalized for a viral infection and has not been practicing.  He's still feeling the effects of a tonsil infection and lost about 20 pounds while in the hospital.

Answer 4

they have invested alot more in flacco . being a first round pick and all. troy smith play very little reps in the preseason. but like i said they have invested very heavily in joe flacco as the future of the ravens... and in the coaching staffs eyes the future is now