Quote:Mariota's higher sack rate also has a bit to do with his lack of pocket presence. Granted the Jaguars OL may be a little better at pass blocking, but the Titans OL is far better at run blocking allowing them to boast an effective running game which in turn let's Marota throw when has to verses practically all the time like Bortles does. Also, since Mariota can't throw accurately downfield if his life depended on it, he not only takes advantage of an effective run game and play action, but his field of vision is limited to what's right in front of him. This allows Mariota to maintain a far high completion percentage which directly results in the higher YPA. The stats make it look closer than it really is, and Mariota is even more prone to fumbles and INTs than Bortles especially with that incredibly low dart-like trajectory of his.


 

I will say this for Mariota...


 

The mere fact that we're comparing a rookie to a second-year qb gives him hope. He's still a project not quite on Bortles' level, but certainly he's having a better rookie season than Bortles aside from the fact that Bortles actually remained healthy all year.

 

Do you realize how obviously false this is? The Titans running game is a joke and Mariota has struggled in play action more than anything else. If you don't watch the games or do not know to accurately interpret stats I don't know what to tell you. At least try to provide some evidence or justification for your point.

 

Quote:yeah... unless Eminem has some crappy games to close out his rookie season....

ya know... when they face the Panthers, Raiders, Jags twice, and the Jets....

 

I'll wait... you can wet your pants for the kid if you want.

 

Except he has already exceeded his TD totals and has been nowhere near as inaccurate and turnover prone. Outside of the Dolphins game where he was severely injured, he hasn't had any problems turning the ball over. He's been great at that, despite being a rookie. I'm eager to see how he finishes the season compared to Bortles, I think the numbers will be even better than they are now in favor of Mariota as he continues to adjust to the NFL and gets his best WR healthy.

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