OC Mike Sullivan gives his analysis of Josh Freeman

Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Mike Sullivan was on Sirius NFL Radio with Andrew Bogusch and Amani Toomer. He discussed HC Greg Schiano's team philosophies, and the development of QB Josh Freeman.

When asked of his observations of Josh Freeman, Sullivan had this to say: "I think with the quarterback position, regardless of the system and regardless of style of play, it really comes down to three key variables. That's leadership, the decision making, and accuracy. I think when you take a look at some of the things we were able to assess on film and some of the specifics, it could be some mechanics or it could be some things that would affect the accuracy. Ultimately though a lot of the decisions sometimes that are made, we don't know necessarily what was going into that decision. Why that decision was made. But when you take a step, you objectively look at tape, and then you analyze why the ball went where it did. You kind of hear an explanation as far as his justification for that and you can start the education process about how we want to do things. You know, when an incomplete is not only okay, it's a good thing. When a sack is not only a good thing, is not only okay, it's a good thing. It's all about protecting the ball. Making the smart decisions. So we've taken a look at some of these things and of course the leadership standpoint. I think the leadership standpoint is it's not so much a guy being 'rah rah', and head-butting guys, and being fired up before a series or on the sideline. It's really the preparation and the confidence that the other players will have in that quarterback because he knows the system inside and out. He's prepared and he knows what to expect. He has that type of resolve, that no matter if things are going well, or things are going poorly, he's going to continue to be focused. He's going to continue to do everything to put his team in a position to win. So I really think we were direct with him (Freeman) and he is excited to work and be a part of everything that has taken place this offseason. He's just really looking forward at taking that next step and finishing strong with OTAs and then keep the ball rolling and improving once we get to training camp."

We're not sure about your opinion, but if Sullivan can somehow mold Josh Freeman into a quarterback of this description, the Buccaneers may post a top 5 NFL offense this year. Freeman has the ability. He just needs a true teacher that can shape and mold him into an elite QB. Is Sullivan that teacher? We sure hope so.