Jaguars QB Job is Up for Grabs
Following what was apparently a wretched preseason performance by Blake Bortles, Jaguars HC Doug Marrone has opened up the job.
Jaguars HC Doug Marrone said his team's starting QB job is up for grabs, waiting for Blake Bortles or Chad Henne to win it.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 18, 2017
Many of us have spoken of how happy we are for Chad Henne that he has solidified a backup role late in his career. Looks like he has one last chance to be a starter. I hope he steps up and seizes it.
August 17th, 2017 at 11:56 PM ^
Long live chad henne
August 17th, 2017 at 11:52 PM ^
Shocker...Bortles sucks.
TEBOW TIME!!!
August 18th, 2017 at 11:58 AM ^
Tebow => GOAT => Grittiest Of All Time.
I always rooted for Tebow in the pros. He was very effective in the one Tebow/Denver game I ever watched, he moved the ball, completed some tough throws and got the W. This tainted my impression of him and I always thought the criticism a bit harsh. Obviously he'd be playing if he could play. Best of luck to him in his baseball...
August 18th, 2017 at 12:36 PM ^
Tebow is too busy getting ready to seize Babe Ruth's throne to go play for a team like the Jags.
August 18th, 2017 at 12:36 PM ^
Which is better to have? Grit or moxie? I've always wondered.
August 17th, 2017 at 11:52 PM ^
I don't know if it was just because he was playing in the 4th quarter or just a one off thing, but Brandon Allen looked like the most impressive QB from the Jags.
August 18th, 2017 at 12:00 AM ^
Allen was good, but at the end of the game taking a sack and the dumping the ball into the flat for a 2 yard game was cringe worthy.
August 18th, 2017 at 12:13 AM ^
Kaepernick.
August 18th, 2017 at 6:13 AM ^
I honestly don't understand why people think he is the answer. He has been an atrocious starting an and he forsook an opportunity to lead a true super bowl contender in Denver so he could get paid more. He has baggage, isn't cheap, won't shut up, and most importantly is just not the same about he was under coach harbaugh.
August 18th, 2017 at 8:05 AM ^
Well, his stats from last season were decent, which are more than enough to find a spot on a roster considering the crappy QBs who have been signed. Pretty much your entire post is wrong.
August 18th, 2017 at 8:12 AM ^
Way to completely remove context from the situation.
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August 18th, 2017 at 12:03 PM ^
What context? His stats weren't bad, and like the poster above says, there's some backup QB's in the league that are pretty terrible. He should get a shot somewhere.
August 18th, 2017 at 8:49 AM ^
No one is saying that Kaepernick is some unstoppable force of offense, but he is better than the vast majority of backups in the NFL, and almost half of the starters in the league.
August 18th, 2017 at 10:46 AM ^
On a team without any WR threats. Led a team to a Super Bowl. Yet you claim he can't keep his mouth shut. Racist much.
August 18th, 2017 at 11:11 AM ^
Quarterbacking is about more that TD-INT ratio especially when your team sucks. Research his completion percentage and QB rating.
August 18th, 2017 at 11:42 AM ^
Completion percentage and QB rating would also be affected by how much your team sucks. Actual research and analysis would look something more like this.
August 18th, 2017 at 12:06 PM ^
Race card much?
August 18th, 2017 at 11:23 AM ^
He's a band aid to be certain, but if I was the Jags I'd at least give him a call to see if he's someone who can at least get you through the year. He isn't any worse than Henne, and he's certainly an upgrade over Bortles.
Besides, what would the Jags really have to lose? They're an atrocious team to begin with, and one of the smallest of the small-market teams. If not the smallest. So him coming to Jacksonville would be nowhere near the same media circus it would be if he went to places like NY, Philly, Miami or Chicago. If Kaepernick sucks, they're probably no worse now than they were before they had him. If he's better, then its win-win.
Only problem I could see is what kind of contract he'll demand, but he's not in a position to make any demands. He's looked bad on the field ever since Harbaugh left SF, and there are literally no teams lining up at his door asking him to even try out, much less start for them. Jags could offer him something reasonable, but they're in a position where they could tell him to take it or leave it and remain unemployed.
August 18th, 2017 at 12:17 AM ^
Could have 3 former UM QBs starting Week 1 depending on this QB battle and Flacco's health.
August 18th, 2017 at 12:50 AM ^
as a Michigan QB. But that's just me.
August 18th, 2017 at 3:32 AM ^
Well he IS a former Michigan QB.
August 18th, 2017 at 5:11 AM ^
I kept thinking this was a bad joke since Flacco went to Delaware and they have winged helmets.
August 18th, 2017 at 9:04 AM ^
Fixed that for you.
August 18th, 2017 at 6:52 PM ^
but I am not claiming him either.
August 18th, 2017 at 8:53 AM ^
It is like that weird bizzaro weeks last season where MSU had 3 starting QBs in the NFL between Brian Hoyer, Drew Stanton and Kirk Cousins. I think there was even a chance for a 4th starter with Conner Cook because Derek Carr was dinged up/questionable.
August 18th, 2017 at 9:28 AM ^
East Lansing: the new cradle of QBs
August 18th, 2017 at 9:49 AM ^
Mallett and Henne, who's the other potential starting QB????????? Oh, that guy!!!
Any rumors about GOAT appearances next week while in the area for the scimmage, wait the full priced pre-season contest?
August 18th, 2017 at 12:29 AM ^
Jags fans do not like Bortles at all anymore. He was a fan favorite early on, but now almost any incomplete pass he gets boo'd. I thought Henne looked solid, receivers didn't help him at all with drops.
August 18th, 2017 at 8:36 AM ^
Did you know that there's an "open container" policy around the stadium before the games? You can go to Intuition and get a "to go" beer to drink while walking to the game (or concerts). Of course, I guess it's cheaper to just bring your own and tailgate in the parking lot. Every city should have an open container policy for certain events.
August 18th, 2017 at 9:17 AM ^
Indy has an open container law all year long. Walk anywhere with your drinks (but most bars won't let you leave with a drink). Something to keep in mind for future B1G events.
August 18th, 2017 at 12:35 AM ^
Denard is still on the Jags isn't he? I'm just sayin'!!!!!!!
August 18th, 2017 at 12:45 AM ^
No he isn't
August 18th, 2017 at 7:38 AM ^
Not even on an NFL roster at this time.
August 18th, 2017 at 11:28 AM ^
Let's face it. A 5th round pick making it three years in the NFL is pretty damn impressive, especially with an elbow I'm sure is still not at 100% (ulnar nerve damage is a bitch) and playing a new position.
I would love it if he got another shot someplace but not holding my breath here. DR should prolly be planning for life after football at this point.
Having said that here on MGoBlog drop mic -run off stage and into waiting car....
August 18th, 2017 at 12:37 AM ^
I agree with Mr. Yost. Tebow Time!!
August 18th, 2017 at 12:46 AM ^
about 20 lbs less, than when he played for us!
August 18th, 2017 at 1:07 AM ^
safe to say its getting late early for Bortles. Chad was clearly the better QB out there tonight and he didnt exactly light it up.
August 18th, 2017 at 1:15 AM ^
Not Chad's fault the WRs dropped the ball. Haven't seen a spiral come at them in weeks.
August 18th, 2017 at 1:15 AM ^
Not Chad's fault the WRs dropped the ball. Haven't seen a spiral come at them in weeks.
August 18th, 2017 at 1:31 AM ^
First upvote was for the funny burn.
Second upvote was for Lord of the Rings.
August 18th, 2017 at 3:33 AM ^
Jesus Mario had a lot of touchdowns! That was almost his highlight reel as well.
Also....those deep balls. Can we get that touch from Wilton please!?
Braylon was a beast (when he wasn't a young headcase).
August 18th, 2017 at 10:02 AM ^
He threw such a nice deep ball!
August 18th, 2017 at 1:48 AM ^
Denard had a workout with the cowboys...
August 18th, 2017 at 2:28 AM ^
Henne is definitely better than Bortles aka Slightly Younger Blaine Gabbert. This is still probably a motivational ploy unless the Jags are just done with Bortles.
I don't think this is Henne's "last chance" to be a starter given he likely has several more years as a #2 QB and guys get hurt playing football. Who knows, maybe he even lucks into a Glennon situation.
August 18th, 2017 at 3:44 AM ^
Doesn't matter who starts they're going to get murdered by the Texans defense!
August 18th, 2017 at 9:04 AM ^
Savage or Deshaun?
August 18th, 2017 at 11:19 AM ^
Deshaun all the way. Kid just looks like a winner. He's mobile enough to extend plays with his legs but I think he's smart enough not to get himself killed out there. I know it's usually not a good idea to throw a rookie into the fire like that but I think he's mature enough to handle it. Plus it's an ideal situation since he has a running game and a good defense helping him out. And let's face it, Savage isn't much more experienced anyways.
August 18th, 2017 at 6:05 AM ^
Still don't why Doug Marrone is an NFL HC