11.   He might be the best and is certainly the most experienced second-string quarterback in the conference.

12.   If Esiason falls, they have an experienced quarterback in Jack Trudeau, who spent eight seasons as a sometimes starter and backup to Jeff George.

13.   Kerry Collins reported to work Monday as the most experienced quarterback still studying his playbook in the National Football Conference.

14.   Lack of an experienced quarterback is a problem.

15.   Parcells would need an experienced backup quarterback in case Foley falters or is hurt again.

16.   Phil Simms, the former Giants quarterback and now an NBC analyst, said that for the most experienced quarterback, a system failure can be welcome.

17.   Public relations aside, obtaining an experienced backup quarterback in exchange for a seventh-round draft choice looks like a wise move.

18.   The Bruins, however, will be . . . handicapped . . . because of their lack of an experienced quarterback.

19.   The Eagles, a team without an experienced quarterback, were opening on Saturday at Michigan, which considered itself a national championship contender.

20.   The Jets do not have an experienced backup quarterback.