Simple Idea #3: NFL team uses the spread

The spread option offense has been used in the college game over the past decade to various degrees of success. The main argument against it that defenders at the pro level are faster than those at the college level but isn't that true of the offensive linemen and the skilled players. Sure, quarterbacks would have to make the decisions at a much quicker rate but these are suppose to be some of the smartest men in the league. Tim Tebow was able to have a little bit of success last year and we can all admit that he is not a very good quarterback, he may be a very good athlete but there are much better in the NFL. The Broncos were also not a very good team but they were able to pull off an upset against the Steelers in the first round of the playoffs. A team with a better offensive line would be more apt for success.

There are probably not too many quarterbacks currently in the NFL that would be capable of running the spread. The likes of Tom Brady, Eli Manning, and Phillip Rivers are just not athletic enough and too good to risk the injury. Michael Vick is too small and injury prone so the offense doesn't fit him. Josh Cribbs has the athletic ability plus the size to do it but he isn't a full time quarterback so despite his wildcat success he wouldn't be apt to run the offense. Three quarterbacks that come to mind are Alex Smith, Vince Young, and Russell Wilson. Smith ran the offense and college and has the size to not get hurt. He also doesn't exactly have a brand to protect. The same goes for Young who might not have as much experience with the spread but is more athletic. Wilson is young, athletic, and willing to prove himself and the Seahawks should be looking for anything to improve their team. The 49ers seem to be the best team run the offense because they are already good and it could take them to the next level.