Quote:They are 1 and 1a in my book.

 

I'm still in favor of Teddy, due to the poise, football intellect, arm talent, and off-the-charts intangibles -- but Mariota is an undeniably breathtaking athlete at the QB position.  I actually read a blurb first thing this morning (forgot where) that said Dave Caldwell was very high on Mariota, as he should be.  Mariota has that "IT" factor.

 

It's a win-win scenario, in my opinion.  I'd be thrilled with either guy.  The best part is Teddy is only 20 and Mariota 19.  They are this good as such a young age.

This almost seems like this is a Luck or RG3 conversation to me. They both are good just two different types of quarterbacks. Bridgewater is more of your prototypical quarter back with intellect, accuracy, and pocket awareness where Mariota is one of he qb's who fit the direction that the league has gone in. He has arm strength and some accuracy but his speed and athleticism is what keeps his game on par. He would need to have an offense tailored to him like RG3 did but could potentially see similar success if he can stay healthy.

 

I personally would take Bridgewater because I believe that style of quarter back is more sustainable and the potential is greater but I would be totally fine with Mariota as a consolation prize.  

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