scine09 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 4 minutes ago, CharrdWood said: 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. You’ve come a long way on Mariota... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big2033 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 5 minutes ago, CharrdWood said: 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. That was a Mike Mayock comparison. A really bad one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FRT Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 Like Code, MM is the QB. I look forward to the day he uses his arm more than the run. The guy has had lots of injuries and isn't a 240# guy. For the long term success of both MM and the Titans, I look forward to this next step in his progression. I fully expect this to happen by midseason. If it doesn't happen and he keeps running and taking the hits, its just a matter of time before it turns out bad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nash Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 Discussed MM's injury w a Neurosurgery buddy of mine today at lunch (not Bongo).. we discussed the fact he has partly recovered is a good sign..the injuries that take a long recovery (a year) don't usually show any recovery for long periods.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ap24786 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 3 hours ago, OILERMAN said: The game Sunday was more like Tyrod Taylor Yeah with his "3.5 yards per attempt" right lol Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ap24786 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 I wish Marcus would bulk up and strengthen his legs a bit more. Guys like Russell Wilson and even Dak have strong legs and are able to stay durable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleEye Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 Anyone seen this? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzyeddie Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 3 hours ago, Bink said: 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. couldn't have said it better. this notion that everything falls on the QB is out of hand on this board. Mariota just has to do his part...of course his part is pretty big but 9 pts can win you a game if your D comes to play...and I still think if he can stay healthy enough to settle in to this offense it's gonna get interesting later in the season and defiantly in the playoffs. He played great yesterday...just not how people want him to win the games. Some cant understand field position...not having 3 and outs when shits on the line...getting FGs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharrdWood Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 43 minutes ago, scine09 said: You’ve come a long way on Mariota... I'm still 70 - 30 against him fulfilling any promise. But that's better than my previous 100% against. It's not that I don't like the guy or actively root against him. There's just too much disappointment. Games like yesterday cause me to hedge. It was ballsy against a ferocious opponent. I don't expect him to be Mac9 or Pastorini in the toughness stakes, but games like yesterday help my opinion of him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Number9 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 4 hours ago, OILERMAN said: The game Sunday was more like Tyrod Taylor You can't count Sunday "because his funny bone was sad." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleEye Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 2 minutes ago, Number9 said: You can't count Sunday "because his funny bone was sad." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzyeddie Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 1 minute ago, JoelinBellevue said: I'm certainly not a big fan of his for two reasons. I think he needs more arm, and I worry about the constant injuries. That said, I was totally amazed at how he ran the team Sunday. His composure was perfect, execution really good and once he even stood in a collapsing pocket and hit a slant. I can't believe with all the injuries and no back up QB he was running the ball. It was like a stroll in the park. Did whatever he wanted to do. I don't see how we win that game without him. pussy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flarb Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 The knock on smith is his arm strength. But he’s a more traditional QB regarding throwing motion and mechanics, pocket presence, reading the field, etc. Super smart. I’m not knocking MM here, but they’re totally different. MM has some of these qualities but needs to improve on others. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OILERMAN Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 1 hour ago, ap24786 said: Yeah with his "3.5 yards per attempt" right lol Did you look up the box score yet you retard? 3.5 yds per pass play is right Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OILERMAN Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 6 hours ago, oldschool said: Smith is Mariota's floor if he can stay healthy. If Alex Smith is the floor then who is the ceiling? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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