Long: Mike Glennon has to compete for starting role Published: May 05, 2017 at 01:32 Sharks Blank Jersey AM guard said his first thought when the drafted quarterback was what he was going to say to current supposed starter . Long that he settled on this: "I saw Glennon, and I said, 'Dude, there's a reason you're here,'" Long said. "'That's all I can say. They don't bring people in and pay them that kind of money for nothing. Get your competitive shoes on and get ready Artemi Kniazev Men Jersey to kick some butt.'" This is obviously easier said than done for Glennon, who will absolutely have to compete for the starting job this summer. A few years ago, this situation would have been relatively black and white, but after the signed Matt Flynn to a three-year, $26 million deal and started third-round pick , it e sentially gave every head coach in the league the green light to bench the more expensive option and invoke the competition clause. Tim Heed Men Jersey "As is well-documented, Mitch doesn't have a very long career behind him -- which sounds familiar," Long said. "We're an equal-opportunity employer. Competition is always welcome." And really, for fans, would it be that upsetting? If Glennon isn't clear-and-away the best option this summer and doesn't give the team a chance to compete for the division, what's the point in keeping him on the field? The did this each of the past two seasons and are now thinking about starting a quarterback in who Mikkel Boedker Men Jersey was completely redshirted a season ago. The didn't want to descend into this quarterback purgatory, which is why they traded up for the No. 2 pick in the first place. Kudos to Long for trying to keep Glennon in the mix, but even if he bottoms out, what's the worst thing that can happen? This article has been reproduced in a new format and NHL San Jose Sharks Women Jersey may be mi sing content or contain faulty links. Please use the Contact Us link in our site footer to report an i sue.