The Facts: New HC Matt Nagy knows that deploying Trubisky as a runner — or, at the very least, the threat of being a runner — will open more up for the offense. “In Kansas City, that was one of Alex Smith’s strengths: being able to use his legs,” Nagy said. “He has that. Mitch has the ability to make guys miss.”
Diehards Line:
Nagy's offense requires athletic offensive linemen because everything revolves around the all-important athlete behind them. Asked what stood out about Trubisky’s rookie season, Nagy almost immediately began discussing the use of run-pass options. He then mentioned the improvements Trubisky made with his decision-making and accuracy. But Trubisky's mobility was obvious since last year's OTAs, and the previous offense barely scraped the surface in this regard. Trubisky was at his best in games when he mixed in play-action with some read-option, quarterback draws and rollout passes against a spread-out defense. Without speed receivers, they were unable to test his vertical passing abilities. These will be closely examined in the future if receiver talent improves.