I'd argue that the issue is that they have a veteran backup like Flacco and started with him as the backup. As much as everyone loves the sensationalistic take of Darnold or Flacco for MVP the Colts with Flacco are not a Superbowl team. But they could be a play off team and the guys on the field know he's better today and they can win games with him. If it's Carson Wentz...not so much. It's not impossible that after Flacco has his shot that they go back to AR5. But the in and out does mess with a players confidence. If you start with Flacco and he Flames out by week 7, bring in the young guy.
That is where I do think New England with Maye have been a bit better. They stuck with Brissett and let him take hits as long as they could. Even at that still injured the new guy within 3 games.
I agree that the injuries have been a factor as its resulted in lost time and reps.
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