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Steelers | Zach Mettenberger released Mon May 1, 02:39 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Zach Mettenberger was released Monday, May 1.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger has a big arm but little control on where his passes end up. The Steelers added Josh Dobbs (Tennessee) in the 2017 NFL draft to work as a developmental quarterback behind Ben Roethlisberger. We can't see Mettenberger doing much with any team that would be interested in picking him up. |
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Steelers | Pittsburgh's inactives for AFC title game Sun Jan 22, 05:15 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared CB Al-Hajj Shabazz, OL Brian Mihalik, WR DeMarcus Ayers, DL Johnny Maxey, LB L.J. Fort, TE Ladarius Green, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 20.
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Steelers | Friday injury report for Steelers Fri Jan 20, 05:32 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Fitzgerald Toussaint (concussion) and LB James Harrison (shoulder, triceps) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 20, and are listed as questionable for the AFC Championship game. LB Anthony Chickillo (ankle), FS Sean Davis (shoulder), C B.J. Finney (illness), WR Darrius Heyward-Bey (illness), DE Ricardo Mathews (ankle), QB Zach Mettenberger (illness) and LB Vince Williams (shoulder) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Steelers | Thursday's Steelers injury report Thu Jan 19, 08:18 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers LB James Harrison (shoulder, triceps) sat out practice Thursday, Jan. 22. LB Vince Williams (shoulder) was a limited participant, while RB Fitzgerald Toussaint (concussion), QB Zach Mettenberger (illness), WR Darrius Heyward-Bey (illness), DE Ricardo Mathews (ankle), C B.J. Finney (illness), S Sean Davis (shoulder) and LB Anthony Chickillo (ankle) all practiced in full.
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Steelers | Wednesday injury report for Steelers Wed Jan 18, 04:53 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers FS Sean Davis (shoulder), C B.J. Finney (illness), WR Darrius Heyward-Bey (illness), QB Zach Mettenberger (illness) and LB Vince Williams (shoulder) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 18. LB Anthony Chickillo (ankle) and FS Mike Mitchell (non-injury) were limited during practice. LB James Harrison (shoulder, triceps), DE Ricardo Mathews (ankle) and RB Fitzgerald Toussaint (concussion) fully participated in practice.
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Steelers | Divisional Round inactives for PIT Sun Jan 15, 07:30 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared CB Al-Hajj Shabazz, LB Anthony Chickillo, OL Brian Mihalik, RB Fitzgerald Toussaint, TE Ladarius Green, DL Ricardo Mathews, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 19.
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Steelers | Week 18 inactives for Pittsburgh Sun Jan 8, 11:30 AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared LB Anthony Chickillo, CB Justin Gilbert, CB Robert Golden, TE Ladarius Green, DL Ricardo Mathews, QB Zach Mettenberger, OL Brian Mihalik inactive for Week 18.
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Steelers | Week 16 inactives for Steelers Sun Dec 25, 03:11 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared OL Brian Mihalik, LB Jarvis Jones, CB Justin Gilbert, TE Ladarius Green, WR Sammie Coates, DL Stephon Tuitt, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 16.
Footballguys view: The loss of Green and Coates hampers a passing game that was just hitting its stride coming into this crucial game. |
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Steelers | Pittsburgh's Week 15 inactives Sun Dec 18, 11:36 AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared OL Brian Mihalik, WR Darrius Heyward-Bey, RB Daryl Richardson, RB DeAngelo Williams, WR DeMarcus Ayers, SS Shamarko Thomas, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 15.
Footballguys view: Fitzgerald Toussaint is still the active backup to LeVeon Bell despite Williams being removed from the injury report this week. |
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Steelers | Week 14 Inactives Sun Dec 11, 11:44 AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared WR Darrius Heyward-Bey, RB Daryl Richardson, RB DeAngelo Williams, DL Javon Hargrave, OG Ramon Foster, SS Shamarko Thomas, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 14.
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Steelers | Thursday practice report for Pittsburgh Thu Dec 8, 08:07 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers OG Ramon Foster (chest), DT Javon Hargrave (concussion), WR Darrius Heyward-Bey (foot), QB Zach Mettenberger (illness), SS Shamarko Thomas (concussion), RB DeAngelo Williams (knee) and PK Chris Boswell (abdomen) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 8.
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Steelers | Week 13 inactives for Steelers Sun Dec 4, 03:05 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared OL Brian Mihalik, PK Chris Boswell, WR Darrius Heyward-Bey, RB Daryl Richardson, RB DeAngelo Williams, TE Xavier Grimble, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 13.
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Steelers | Week 12 inactives for Steelers Thu Nov 24, 07:31 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared OL Brian Mihalik, WR Darrius Heyward-Bey, RB Daryl Richardson, RB DeAngelo Williams, SS Shamarko Thomas, TE Xavier Grimble, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 12.
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Steelers | Pittsburgh's Week 11 inactives Sun Nov 20, 11:46 AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared OL Brian Mihalik, WR Darrius Heyward-Bey, RB DeAngelo Williams, FS Jordan Dangerfield, SS Shamarko Thomas, TE Xavier Grimble, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 11.
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Steelers | Week 10 Inactives Sun Nov 13, 03:07 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared OL Brian Mihalik, WR Darrius Heyward-Bey, RB DeAngelo Williams, FS Jordan Dangerfield, DE L.T. Walton, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 10.
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Steelers | Week 9 inactives for Pittsburgh Sun Nov 6, 11:54 AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared OL Brian Mihalik, CB Justin Gilbert, LB L.J. Fort, DE L.T. Walton, WR Markus Wheaton, FB Roosevelt Nix, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 9.
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Steelers | Zach Mettenberger gets bye-week reps Sun Oct 30, 02:58 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Zach Mettenberger split reps with QB Landry Jones during the team's bye week. Mettenberger was claimed off waivers shortly before the start of the season and was limited to minimal scout-team reps over the first seven weeks.
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Steelers | Pittsburgh's Week 6 inactives Sun Oct 16, 11:45 AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared DL Cameron Heyward, C Cody Wallace, OT Marcus Gilbert, WR Markus Wheaton, LB Ryan Shazier, SS Shamarko Thomas, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 6.
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Steelers | Week 3 Inactives Sun Sep 25, 03:29 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared OG Chris Hubbard, C Cody Wallace, DE L.T. Walton, FB Roosevelt Nix, CB Senquez Golson, LB Steven Johnson, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 3.
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Steelers | Week 2 inactives for Pittsburgh Sun Sep 18, 11:42 AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared CB Senquez Golson, LB Steven Johnson, QB Zach Mettenberger, FB Roosevelt Nix, C Cody Wallace, DT L.T. Walton, WR Markus Wheaton inactive for Week 2.
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Steelers | Week 1 inactives for Steelers Mon Sep 12, 06:17 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared C Cody Wallace, DE L.T. Walton, WR Markus Wheaton, FB Roosevelt Nix, CB Senquez Golson, LB Steven Johnson, QB Zach Mettenberger inactive for Week 1.
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Steelers | Zach Mettenberger claimed by Steelers Wed Aug 31, 04:31 PM
San Diego Chargers QB Zach Mettenberger was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Steelers Wednesday, Aug. 31.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger has a big arm and a lack of fear in the pocket, but he is still a project as an NFL quarterback. The Steelers can develop him as a third quarterback and have him to turn to if Landry Jones is pressed into duty and fails. |
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Chargers | Zach Mettenberger let go Tue Aug 30, 11:53 AM
San Diego Chargers QB Zach Mettenberger was released Tuesday, Aug. 30.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger has a rocket arm, but he struggles with accuracy and decision making. In a QB-desperate league, some team should be interested in the young passer. |
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Chargers | SD backup QB battle rages on Sun Aug 14, 12:41 AM
San Diego Chargers QBs Kellen Clemens and Zach Mettenberger are battling for the No. 2 job behind starter QB Philip Rivers. Clemens completed eight of his 15 passes for 96 yards, while Mettenberger completed two of his eight passes for just 22 yards and an interception while he was sacked twice in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 13, against the Tennessee Titans.
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NFL | Zach Mettenberger had two other claims Wed May 18, 10:07 AM
San Diego Chargers QB Zach Mettenberger had failed waiver claims from the Cincinnati Bengals and New York Giants placed on him before the Chargers claimed him.
Footballguys view: The Giants only have Ryan Nassib as a developmental QB behind Eli Manning. The Bengals are interesting because they have A.J. McCarron behind Andy Dalton, and McCarron is one of the most talked about reserve QBs in the NFL. Many think McCarron could one day be at least a solid starter. |
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Chargers | Bryn Renner released Tue May 17, 05:10 PM
San Diego Chargers QB Bryn Renner was released Tuesday, May 17, in light of the Chargers claiming QB Zach Mettenberger.
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Chargers | Claim Zach Mettenberger Tue May 17, 04:27 PM
Free-agent QB Zach Mettenberger (Titans) was claimed by the San Diego Chargers Tuesday, May 17.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger now gets reunited with former Titans head coach (and current Chargers OC) Ken Whisenhunt. We're not counting on some sort of career resurrection, but Mettenberger could win the backup job behind Philip Rivers in 2016. Kellen Clemens will be Mettenberger's competition for the no.2 job and a spot on the 53-man roster. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger waived Mon May 16, 09:47 AM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger was waived Monday, May 16.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger has a big arm, but he can't throw it into the ocean standing on the beach. Some thought the Titans would trade away Mettenberger after they selected Marcus Mariota with the second-overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft. They signed Matt Cassel to back up Mariota, so Mettenberger became expendable. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger questionable Sun Jan 3, 03:00 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger (forearm) is questionable to return in Week 17 with a forearm injury.
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Titans | Dorial Green-Beckham out of sync Tue Dec 29, 12:12 PM
Tennessee Titans WR Dorial Green-Beckham went without a catch for the first time in six weeks in Week 16, and he and QB Zach Mettenberger looked to be out of sync. Mettenberger targeted Green-Beckham on just three of his 51 pass attempts.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger should up that number of targets for the talented rookie. Green-Beckham is a huge target with a large wingspan and the ability to make plays above the rim. We're excited by his dynasty prospects, but we aren't recommending the rookie WR as a starter in Week 17. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger starting Sunday Thu Dec 24, 12:09 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger will start in Week 16 against the Houston Texans with QB Marcus Mariota (knee) already ruled out. Mariota will remain in meetings and watch practices during the week.
Footballguys view: Don't start Mettenberger against the Texans. He's barely a QB3. |
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Titans | Marcus Mariota has sprained knee Mon Dec 21, 08:49 AM
Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota (knee) is believed to have suffered a minor knee sprain in Week 15, according to a source.
Footballguys view: There's no need for the Titans to rush Mariota back. The rookie had an up-and-down year, but he's certainly an intriguing prospect as the team's quarterback of the future. With two games left, QB Zach Mettenberger could be under center the rest of the way. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger effective in relief Sun Dec 20, 06:50 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger was 20 of 28 for 242 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions Sunday, Dec. 20, in a 33-16 loss to the New England Patriots.
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger pounded in loss Sun Nov 1, 04:42 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger threw for 171 yards on 22 of 31 passing but was sacked seven times by the Houston Texans defense in a 20-6 loss. He is winless in eight career starts.
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger starting again Fri Oct 30, 01:13 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger will start Sunday, Nov. 1, against the Houston Texans.
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Titans | Marcus Mariota limited in practice Wed Oct 28, 05:50 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota (knee) was limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 28, after he missed the Week 7 game. The Titans are hoping Mariota can return to face the Houston Texans in Week 8. QB Zach Mettenberger would start his second straight game if Mariota cannot play.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger was rough to watch last week so the Titans may push a little harder than they might have otherwise to have Mariota play. At this point, Mariota wouldn't be more than a borderline QB2/QB3. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger no shoe-in to start Wed Oct 28, 01:25 AM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger could start in Week 8 against the Houston Texans if QB Marcus Mariota (knee) is not ready, but the team is hopeful Mariota will be able to practice Wednesday, Oct. 28.
Footballguys view: We like Zach Mettenberger. We get older and he stays the same mediocre quarterback. The Titans, on the other hand, are not as pleased and if Marcus Mariota is healthy this week, could make a change. After Wooderman - er, Mettenberger's terrible outing against Atlanta last week, you might even see Charlie Whitehurst get the nod. In other words, just stay away from this mess. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger to start Fri Oct 23, 01:11 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger will start in place of QB Marcus Mariota (knee) Sunday, Oct. 27, against the Atlanta Falcons.
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Titans | Marcus Mariota probably out Tue Oct 20, 03:04 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota (knee) is expected to miss Week 7 as he recovers from a Grade 2 medial collateral ligament sprain.
Footballguys view: Keep an eye on this situation for official confirmation. QB Zach Mettenberger would start if Mariota is ruled out. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger playing well Tue Aug 25, 01:14 PM
Tennessee Titans backup QB Zach Mettenberger has performed at a high level in training camp and the preseason, and head coach Ken Whisenhunt laughed off a suggestion that the Titans should trade Mettenberger before the season starts. Mettenberger has gone 15-for-20 for 220 yards and two touchdowns with one interception so far in preseason for a passer rating of 122.9.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger is not the quarterback of the future for the Titans as some thought he would be. He's the backup behind number-two overall pick Marcus Mariota. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger solid in relief Fri Aug 14, 09:33 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger replaced QB Marcus Mariota early in the second quarter and went 8-for-11 passing for 129 yards with a touchdown and an interception in a preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons Friday, Aug. 14.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger could be a trade target for QB needy teams if he has a good preseason. The Titans might reap a tidy profit on the sixth-round pick they invested last year. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger in better shape Fri May 15, 06:45 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger, who plans to put up a fight for the starting quarterback job with QB Marcus Mariota this summer, said the offseason has treated him well, and he's down to 225 pounds. 'Moving a lot quicker, no longer worried about my knee which is a great feeling. But I loved getting a chance to hang out with guys outside of the facility. It was an eye-opening experience to learn what these guys are about,' Mettenberger said.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger seems to highly competitive, which is good for the Titans. It should push rookie Marcus Mariota even though he has already been anointed by the staff. Mettenberger could increase his trade value, or make the Titans more likely to turn to him if Mariota looks like he is in over his head this summer. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger to fight for job Tue May 5, 01:56 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger, who is now the backup quarterback to QB Marcus Mariota, did not demand a trade and is adamant about going to training camp with a chance to compete against Mariota for the starting job, according to OT Taylor Lewan. Mettenberger took part in the team's voluntary workout program last Friday and Monday, May 4. Mettenberger was 0-6 in his starts last year as a rookie and threw for 1,412 yards with eight touchdowns and seven interceptions. Lewan also said Mettenberger lost around 15 pounds this offseason and looks leaner and stronger.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger just isn't the answer. He's a decent backup in the NFL...think of a poor man's version of Derek Anderson and that's the player Mettenberger is. Mariota is the starter, and we don't see a way Mettenberger can change that. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger wants to compete Fri May 1, 02:20 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger is not looking for a trade but does want the chance to compete with QB Marcus Mariota for the starting quarterback job, according to his agent.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger knows he's stuck in Tennessee as they don't intend to trade him, so he's putting on a brave face. Mariota won't be sitting unless he is a real mess in training camp, but Mettenberger could make himself attractive to another team down the road with hard work and the right attitude. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger may want trade Thu Apr 30, 08:32 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger's agent would like Mettenberger to be traded since the team selected QB Marcus Mariota in the 2015 NFL Draft.
Footballguys view: The Titans probably won't trade him because Mariota is a raw prospect in many ways. Mettenberger should continue to develop behind Mariota and could get his shot somewhere else but the Titans need him to hedge their bets. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger won't be traded Wed Apr 29, 04:04 AM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger won't be traded even if they draft a quarterback in the first round, according to general manager Ruston Webster.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger seems to be more highly regarded by the Titans than any other team in the league, so it wouldn't make much sense to trade him in any scenario. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger receives praise Mon Apr 20, 05:38 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger was applauded by TE Delanie Walker for recently organizing practice sessions. Walker said he's excited about Mettenberger showing leadership and initiative, adding that Mettenberger could be the franchise quarterback the Titans need.
Footballguys view: Mettenberger is no franchise quarterback. He's got a big arm, but accuracy has always been an issue for him. It was in college at both Georgia and LSU, and those same major problems plagued him last year as a rookie. We think the Titans make a move for a quarterback either in the draft or by trading their second-overall pick. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger leading workouts Fri Apr 17, 02:41 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger has organized workouts with some of his teammates in Nashville this offseason.
Footballguys view: At this time, Mettenberger is the lead quarterback for the Titans. That's awful for their chances this year, so don't be surprised if they make a trade to acquire a quarterback like Philip Rivers in the near future. The Chargers may want to move up and draft Marcus Mariota. |
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Titans | Zach Mettenberger the next Tom Brady? Sun Apr 12, 10:03 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger is viewed as the steal of the 2014 NFL Draft by head coach Ken Whisenhunt and general manager Ruston Webster, and they view him as a poor man's version of New England Patriots QB Tom Brady.
Footballguys view: LOL, ROTFL and all that. Give us a break, Mettenberger is more likely to be the next Derek Anderson than he is the next Tom Brady. It's pathetic to even mention the two in the same sentence. Mettenberger has a rocket arm, but he's got little control and bad accuracy. Not exactly a Brady-like skill set right there. Keep dreaming Tennessee, we'll never see another Tom Brady again. |
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Titans | Marcus Mariota would start for Titans Tue Mar 24, 01:01 PM
Oregon QB Marcus Mariota is a realistic option for the Tennessee Titans with the second overall selection in this year's NFL Draft, and head coach Ken Whisenhunt is impressed enough with Mariota that he would feel confident with him as the team's starting quarterback over QB Zach Mettenberger right off the bat in 2015. 'If we pick him at No. 2, you definitely think he can be the Day 1 starter,' Whisenhunt said. 'He was impressive. ... Just the short time we spent with him on the board, he was very good.' Whisenhunt dismissed the notion that he needs a pocket-based quarterback in his offense to succeed. Whisenhunt could also be trying to generate interest in the No. 2 pick if the Titans would want to trade out of it.
Footballguys view: The Titans continue to promote the fact they're interested in a quarterback at 2nd overall. However, we still get the feeling they're (wisely) putting that notion out there to see if some team will trade up in the draft. They could certainly use Mariota, because if they don't draft him then we'll see Zach Mettenberger as their starter. |
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