The one thing that Mariota has over Bridgewater is his athleticism. Mariota presents that "fastest guy on the field" threat whenever he's out there, and you can't dispute that. While that's a strength, it also has the potential to be a weakness. If Mariota continually puts himself in harm's way, that's not really the smartest move.

 

I don't know if he has the capability to run an NFL-caliber offense or not, but don't make light of that Oregon system that he's playing in. Yes, they put a lot of talent out on the field, and it's probably more than most anyone else, but that Offense' playbook is no joke. In Kelly's last season, he supposedly had over 700 plays, and Mariota started in it as a RS Freshman. I'm fairly certain that it was curtailed and tailored so that he wouldn't get lost in it, but the player has shown the ability to pick up a rather complex system and operate it at a very high level.

 

He's a very intriguing player.

The question now is, when was the last time an "athletic qb" won the superbowl. Rodgers is not in Mariota/RG3/Kap etc level of athleticism

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I agree as it probably should be. If the qb is coming from anything but a pro-style offense, run fast and run far away.

 

Yep, with the exception being if you were an NFL team that is running a similar offense, ala Chip Kelly in Philly. Or have a Jim Harbaugh level coach with a history of QB development on the resume...

 

Mariota wouldn't be a good fit for most teams, most specifically us. 

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Yep, with the exception being if you were an NFL team that is running a similar offense, ala Chip Kelly in Philly. Or have a Jim Harbaugh level coach with a history of QB development on the resume...

 

Mariota wouldn't be a good fit for most teams, most specifically us. 

Pretty much, I think he would do quite well with the Eagles to be honest with you

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Mariota is a baller, no doubt. And you can say "this isn't 2004 anymore" all you want, but the top QBs are still pocket passer like Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, and Drew Brees. I like Marcus Mariota, even though I haven't seen much from him, but I do know that his style of play is extremely concerning for me. RGIII has two major knee injuries and Michael Vick hasn't finished a full season in years. Colin Kap has regressed and Tebow was never good. Spread QBs and running QBs concern me for those reasons: Injuries and NFL defense speed.

 

2013: Joe Flacco

2012: Eli Manning

2011: Aaron Rodgers

2010: Drew Brees

2009: Ben Roethlisberger

2008: Eli Manning

2007: Peyton Manning

2006: Ben Roethlisberger

2005: Tom Brady

2004: Tom Brady

2003: Brad Johnson

2002: Tom Brady

 

That's a list of the last 11 superbowl winners and it goes back further than that. My point is, I like Mariota, but I like Bridgewater more.

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Mariota is a baller, no doubt. And you can say "this isn't 2004 anymore" all you want, but the top QBs are still pocket passer like Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, and Drew Brees. I like Marcus Mariota, even though I haven't seen much from him, but I do know that his style of play is extremely concerning for me. RGIII has two major knee injuries and Michael Vick hasn't finished a full season in years. Colin Kap has regressed and Tebow was never good. Spread QBs and running QBs concern me for those reasons: Injuries and NFL defense speed.

 

2013: Joe Flacco

2012: Eli Manning

2011: Aaron Rodgers

2010: Drew Brees

2009: Ben Roethlisberger

2008: Eli Manning

2007: Peyton Manning

2006: Ben Roethlisberger

2005: Tom Brady

2004: Tom Brady

2003: Brad Johnson

2002: Tom Brady

 

That's a list of the last 11 superbowl winners and it goes back further than that. My point is, I like Mariota, but I like Bridgewater more.

 

 

But c'mon man, BUY INTO THE HYPE like everyone else!!!!

 

Look at plays like Mariota made in SDR's clip and salivate!!! (even though that play hasn't a snowball's chance in hell of being duplicated in the NFL ) 

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Give me Bridgewater all day every day over any "run option" type QB. I don't want to run that gimmick offense here.

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Mariota is a baller, no doubt. And you can say "this isn't 2004 anymore" all you want, but the top QBs are still pocket passer like Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, and Drew Brees. I like Marcus Mariota, even though I haven't seen much from him, but I do know that his style of play is extremely concerning for me. RGIII has two major knee injuries and Michael Vick hasn't finished a full season in years. Colin Kap has regressed and Tebow was never good. Spread QBs and running QBs concern me for those reasons: Injuries and NFL defense speed.

 

2013: Joe Flacco

2012: Eli Manning

2011: Aaron Rodgers

2010: Drew Brees

2009: Ben Roethlisberger

2008: Eli Manning

2007: Peyton Manning

2006: Ben Roethlisberger

2005: Tom Brady

2004: Tom Brady

2003: Brad Johnson

2002: Tom Brady

 

That's a list of the last 11 superbowl winners and it goes back further than that. My point is, I like Mariota, but I like Bridgewater more.

Spread qbs also don't have the passing discipline that is required to take on NFL secondaries on a weekly basis.

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My point is, I like Mariota, but I like Bridgewater more.

 

This sums up my sentiments on the comparison.

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Give me Bridgewater all day every day over any "run option" type QB. I don't want to run that gimmick offense here.

 

Exactly. If we had Chip Kelly or Harbaugh/ Belichick here as our head coach, it would be one thing. But we don't. Mariota is not a good fit here. Period. 

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I don't think anyone is saying take Mariota over Teddy, but if somehow the Jags get a couple wins and wind up picking 2 or 3 and Teddy is off the board then Mariota would be a perfectly fine fallback option. He is a great prospect too. Much like you can't knock Teddy for playing the schedule he does I can't really knock Mariota for playing in the system his coach tells him to. For both players you can still scout traits and Mariota's traits are very good as well. 

 

Let's just say that Mariota is much closer to Teddy as a prospect than he is to Hundley, Boyd, Mettenberger, or Manziel. It's a clear top tier of two this year.

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Without a doubt we should get Teddy. I see a lot of Dan Lefevour in him. Could be a real superstar in the NFL

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When I watch the video posted in the thread I see a lot of what looks to be half field reads, with a high/low option. And if those aren't open he takes off. I also see some spotty accuracy and some footwork issues.


Yes, I realize it's one video for those that like to point that out. I'm not trying to make bold proclamations about his pro potential, just discussing what my very amateur eyes see in the video posted.


He kinda reminds me of Cam Newton as a passer.

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this is gonna change to bridgewater vs mettenberger in a few months. but to butt into the debate, teddy and its not even close.

 

I actually think you're on to something with this.

 

I think we'll see a rotation of QBs who may be expected to challenge Bridgewater but one thing will always remain the same: that quarterback will always be talked about as a threat to Teddy, while Teddy's name will never fall out of the conversation.

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On Wisconsin.

I don't think anyone is saying take Mariota over Teddy, but if somehow the Jags get a couple wins and wind up picking 2 or 3 and Teddy is off the board then Mariota would be a perfectly fine fallback option. He is a great prospect too. Much like you can't knock Teddy for playing the schedule he does I can't really knock Mariota for playing in the system his coach tells him to.


 

 

Unless the Jags are getting a new OC which is from Oregon or from that offensive mold, then it would be stupid for the Jags to take Mariota. Its simply not a good fit here. 

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I can't take anyone seriously that says take Aaron Murray over Marcus Mariota. I just can't... I'm trying, but it just doesn't work.

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Titansequaltrash aka my mini me. Follows me around like a cute puppy dog.

Unless the Jags are getting a new OC which is from Oregon or from that offensive mold, then it would be stupid for the Jags to take Mariota. Its simply not a good fit here. 

He is mobile and throws well on the run. Bradley has said that he wants a mobile QB.

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He is mobile and throws well on the run. Bradley has said that he wants a mobile QB.

 

Which is why Bradley should stick to what he knows - defense. 

 

 

Mobility is nice, a luxury for a QB, but I'd put it lower on the list of importance behind accuracy, pocket presence, understanding of defenses (football IQ) and mechanics / footwork....

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Very fair and quality assessment of Teddy's game Thursday from a very respected twitter draftnik.

 

http://www.optimumscouting.com/scout-s-n...um=twitter

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Which is why Bradley should stick to what he knows - defense.



Mobility is nice, a luxury for a QB, but I'd put it lower on the list of importance behind accuracy, pocket presence, understanding of defenses (football IQ) and mechanics / footwork....

Being a defensive guy he knows what kind of qbs are harder to defend.

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I can't take anyone seriously that says take Aaron Murray over Marcus Mariota. I just can't... I'm trying, but it just doesn't work.

Let put it this way, he has a higher floor. All you are doing is comparing physical talents instead of looking at how they play and styles on the field. Murray is a more polished qb than mariota.

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