Zach Mettenberger to start

Discussion in 'Tennessee Titans and NFL Talk' started by Shanvhere, Oct 22, 2014.

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  1. JCBRAVE

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    This Is the week you make this move. The bye week will be good for Mett if he's got some game tape of himself to digest.
     
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  2. Riverman

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    That might happen but I'm just pleased we are apparently giving him a 9 game opportunity THIS SEASON to evaluate and improve.

    IMO we "win" regardless of the outcome of the game. If somehow we win this game or start scoring better that's even better.
     
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  3. Dee

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    As much as I didn't like the idea of Mettenburger as our starting Qb, I really hope he turns out to be what we have been missing since forever.
     
  4. Wolverine

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    Good point. Going back to college I love his gunslinger mentality. I honestly feel Mett has the confidence to make every throw, into every window. Which is a good and bad thing, but his confidence is definately something we have lacked at the position.

    One thing I like about his game is his ability to throw under pressure. During the 44-41 to Georgia they had to abandon the blitz because he was tearing them apart.

    http://www.tigerrag.com/football/film-study-lsu-vs-georgia-part-one-zach-mettenberger-delivers
     
  5. TorontoTitanFan

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    I applaud this decision. Making it this early means we will know for sure whether Mett is an option for the future or now. It will allow the FO to approach the draft with complete clarity.
     
  6. Dee

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    But how do you judge a 6th round rookie?

    Obviously of we can string together a win streak that would change the game.

    But statistically, if he does bad but has glimpses if a solid QB, do you give him a full offseason as the number 1 then that season to prove it.

    Or do address the Qb problem in the draft.

    At this point it's fair to say, we gotta start hitting on rounds 1-4. Do you waste a pick on a potential back up?
     
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  7. oilerstruck

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    About time!!!!!!!!!!
     
  8. Wolverine

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    Judging by Whizenhunt tenure at Arizona regardless of what happens this year with Mett he gets a full year next year and possible see another late round QB come in. Whizenhunt is going to convince management that Mett didn't have a strong supporting cast to give him another shot.
     
  9. memphis_raven

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    Glad for you guys and I'm going to keep my eyes on the game; loved Mett in college. He's going to have ups and downs like any rookie would. What surprises me is Wiz saying that Locker is the starter as soon as he's healthy. Why not say it's a competition and let Mett have a fair shot? Then at least you know if you need to draft a QB next year.

    Hope he does well
     
  10. 8and8

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    I fear he's no Rusty(haha) but we'll see if what Mett's got against a talented Texans front.
     
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