code Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 I remain a fan of Marcus. That said, as I watch his game, I see Alex Smith. Meaning, smart, disciplined game manager. Can beat you with his feet. Throws an accurate though not a particularly strong ball. Best in mid range. More likely to go 17-23 for 186. Today. In time will grow into bigger offensive stats as Smith has progressed through his career. I once thought that this comp was below him, but today, I would take it and be happy with the outcome. Thoughts? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiscotitansfan Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 At this point we just have to hope he reaches that level consistently. Once he gets to that point, we just have to hope he doesn't plateau there and continues to elevate his game. If you could have one guy for the rest of this season (not career), no one would take Marcus. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CreepingDeath Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 Didn't Alex Smith have new offensive coordinators for many of his first years in the league? Edit: Yes, Smith had a new offensive coordinator the first FIVE years he was in the league. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big2033 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 36 minutes ago, code said: I remain a fan of Marcus. That said, as I watch his game, I see Alex Smith. Meaning, smart, disciplined game manager. Can beat you with his feet. Throws an accurate though not a particularly strong ball. Best in mid range. More likely to go 17-23 for 186. Today. In time will grow into bigger offensive stats as Smith has progressed through his career. I once thought that this comp was below him, but today, I would take it and be happy with the outcome. Thoughts? He's displayed more aggressiveness down the field than Smith in my opinion. But I've made this comparison before. Alex Smith with a better intermediate/deep ball. Remember Mariota was one of the best deep in 2016 and Smith has been consistently one of the worst. With him being injured yesterday you got to see plenty of Smith style play though. So I can see how this popped in your head. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaddKarma Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 I have made that comparison many times. 8MM has a ways to go, similar to Smith's journey. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschool Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 Smith is Mariota's floor if he can stay healthy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AvgJoe Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 Higher ceiling than Smith.....if he can stay healthy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pragidealist Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 1 minute ago, oldschool said: Smith is Mariota's floor if he can stay healthy. That's a good way to say it. I am still concerned about his injury. The win and him playing smooths over that he still didn't start and the post game quotes from Vrabel and MM are not encouraging. They seem to be settling into the possibility that this could be a very long recovery. I thought he looked pretty good. I wonder how he is limited and how long those limitations will be hold. The impression I got from quotes from all three of MM, Vrabel, and LaFleur is that none of them are really sure on any of those. Would definitely like to hear more upbeat quotes on his progress than what they are saying. Hopefully by next game, its all starting to be put in the rear view. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Nator Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 That was an easy comparison coming out. I said it all along. Although Mariota is a more talented runner. He's not just fast for a QB, he's a fast twitch athlete out there with the ball in his hands. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TitanRein27 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 48 minutes ago, wiscotitansfan said: At this point we just have to hope he reaches that level consistently. Once he gets to that point, we just have to hope he doesn't plateau there and continues to elevate his game. If you could have one guy for the rest of this season (not career), no one would take Marcus. Considering he had Ken Whisenhunt, Jason Michael, Mike Mularkey, Mike Vrabel, and Matt La Fleur as his NFL coaches for the past four years since coming into the league, yes, you're right... no one would take Mariota. Imagine if Chip Kelly came to Nashville instead back in 2016, oh wait, considering what a horrible job he did in the NFL, that's such an asinine statement, right??? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
scine09 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 Alex Smith is a terrific QB and there is nothing wrong with being compared to him. But Mariota is more talented than Smith. If you look at Smith in year 4 and Mariota in year 4 there's really no comparison. Smith didn't even have a halfway decent year until year 7. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiscotitansfan Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 16 minutes ago, TitanRein27 said: Considering he had Ken Whisenhunt, Jason Michael, Mike Mularkey, Mike Vrabel, and Matt La Fleur as his NFL coaches for the past four years since coming into the league, yes, you're right... no one would take Mariota. Imagine if Chip Kelly came to Nashville instead back in 2016, oh wait, considering what a horrible job he did in the NFL, that's such an asinine statement, right??? Huh? Not sure what you're getting at or why you're being so defensive... What's the insult in saying that people would take the vet who's proven himself year after year recently Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OILERMAN Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 The game Sunday was more like Tyrod Taylor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 Well, here's what we've learned in recent years. You don't have to be crazy elite or crazy consistent, but that helps. Being prime Tom Brady is going to get you in the conversation. But you can be a Colin Kaepernick (alright, go back before the politics) and Joe Flacco and make a Super Bowl. Shell of himself Peyton Manning. You can be a Nick Foles and beat Tom Brady for one if the rest of the team is good enough. We have to keep focusing on our defense and building a creative system that will maximize our talent. Marcus could be Alex Smith, Jared Goff, etc. If the rest of the team is good and the coaching works we can potentially get to the playoffs and win one. The thing is, Marcus has got to stay healthy. His growth and confidence depend on it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharrdWood Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 I'd like to hope that the Titans get a better return on the No. 2 overall pick than Alex Smith, never been impressed with him, but looking back the 2015 draft was rather underwhelming. Unfortunately the nexus of Titan's QB need/high draft spot/available talent has never hit that sweet spot. If Marcus could shed the injury concerns then I agree with oldschool and Smith should be the floor although I still think we're talking a modest Rego Park apartment building and not an LIC high-rise. Ironically the NFL.com draft profile had Marcus' pro comparison as Kaepernick. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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