Here's hoping MM gets a shot elsewhere with a better organization and situation as a free agent.
In the right system with the right coach, I still feel he could be a successful NFL starter. He could also have a long career (if he wants it) as a backup. Team guy, mature, intelligent, hard worker.
The ideal situation would be for him to rehab his image and playing habits while working under a veteran quarterback on a stable, well-coached team, perhaps Russell Wilson in Seattle, Tom Brady in New England, Drew Brees in New Orleans, Phillip Rivers in San Diego.
In all likelihood the Titans will release him after the season, I would think.
What do some of you longtime NFL fans think of his prospects?
Does it hurt Oregon recruiting at all that Akili Smith, Joey Harrington and now Mariota have had disappointing NFL careers? There were extenuating circumstances in all three cases, and a familiar pattern of bad team, bad offensive lines and bad supporting cast.
Does Mariota's setback have any impact on Justin Herbert's draft stock? I know it shouldn't, but perception sometimes equals reality in the No Fun League, even though Oregon's offense is completely different now.
