Would it be nice for him to have a higher completion percentage?


Sure, but a sub-60 pct didn't stop hall of fame quarterback Dan Marino. He had 12 seasons with a sub-60 completion percentage, and only 5 seasons with one greater than 60 pct. He was one of the best quarterbacks of all time. Granted he never won the big game, but the Dolphins were generally a very competitive team.


Take two current quarterbacks. Andrew Luck was sub-60 pct in his first season, went above it the last two seasons, and this season he's back below 60pct. He's a three time pro bowler and consider a star QB. Then there's Cam Newton, he has two seasons with a plus-60 pct, and three seasons with a sub-60 pct including this season. Yet he's still a star QB.


So as long as Bortles continues to progress as a passer, and the team eventually wins more games (this will likely mean a new head coach and begin next season), then a sub-60 pct shouldn't be a major concern. It would be better if it goes above, but as long as he is prolific and wins, there are bigger fish to fry.

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