I know Mariota has the all measurables that we all love. But this is a game that, for the quarterback, is won and lost between the ears. Trust me, you want a qb who comes from a pro style offense. They have a better understanding of what the concepts and what is required of them. Kaepernick has been exposed this season as well as RG3, both of their stats of dropped. Keep in mind that qbs who run the option are football players and can get hit now per NFL clarification. If you don't get Bridgewater, get Murray. But if you think that read-option offense is consistent enough to stay, you are setting yourselves back. What makes bridgewater good is whats between his ears more than anything. Stick with that. You'll benefit sooner and for a more sustained time period.

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