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The coaches are toying with the idea of turning Smith into what Tim Tebow was supposed to be last season -- a change-of-pace quarterback (assuming he doesn't win the starting job). Smith would have a package of plays, mainly read-option runs that could exploit his speed.
Reported by ESPN.com
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According to ESPN.com's Rich Cimini, the upside is it would give Smith some game experience, albeit in a gadget role, and add a wrinkle to the offense. The downside: He wasn't very productive when West Virginia called designed runs, which wasn't often. Smith, who considers himself a pocket passer, gives the impression he wouldn't be thrilled in that role. Of course, Smith will be competing with Mark Sanchez for the starting assignment. But according to Cimini, Smith has a lot to prove after a lackluster performance in the OTAs and mini-camp. "He has the arm and the athleticism to electrify the offense," Cimini wrote, "but can he lead? Can he grasp the offense? Can he handle adversity? Chances are, he won't be able to answer them all by opening day. Bet the rent on Sanchez starting Week 1. ..." Stay tuned.
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