Marcus Mariota Looking good

[Bigducker]

7 Td's in 2 games. Actually probably only a little over one full game.
I realize the competition isn't as good as in some of the big states ie,. Florida, Texas and Cal, but I really think this kid has got the " it" factor and will be great under Chip's tutelage. Can't wait !! It's going to be a battle between him, Bennett and Randall , although I just have a feeling Mariota is going to be the best of the 3.



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[uostudent]

I have a feeling that he'll never make it to campus. If another Pac 10 school offers him with less QB competition, he'll definitely bolt.

[Hoagduck]

"Saints senior quarterback Marcus Mariota tossed four touchdowns against one interception in less than three quarters of work, going 14-for-19 for 178 yards. He picked apart the Seariders' secondary without ever really taking a hit behind a stalwart offensive line."

[wheaton4prez]

I have a feeling that he'll never make it to campus. If another Pac 10 school offers him with less QB competition, he'll definitely bolt.

It is hard to imagine that we'll be able to keep all three on board.

Though, between red-shirt options and the way opportunities seem to open up for QBs, I think they would all get playing time if they stayed. One way or another.

[Hoagduck]

Last time we brought in 3 QBs in one year?

Masoli, Harper, and Thomas in '08

Kempt, Roper, and Costa in '06

Dixon, Leaf, and DuRocher in '03

Unless they're all cool with moving to WR or DB, then somebody's gonna go. I love what Masoli and Rope did while they were here, but transfers happen.

[gofightingducks]

Last time we brought in 3 QBs in one year?

Masoli, Harper, and Thomas in '08

Kempt, Roper, and Costa in '06

Dixon, Leaf, and DuRocher in '03

Unless they're all cool with moving to WR or DB, then somebody's gonna go. I love what Masoli and Rope did while they were here, but transfers happen.

Harper left because he was homesick and was simply not good enough to be a QB at Oregon and he found that out at KSU as well. Kempt left because he knew he wasn't good enough to play here nor did he fit the style of play, Roper later found that out. Leaf was the same. If all three guys do stay committed more than likely 1-2 of them will be worse than advertised and end up leaving. As long as Thomas, Bennett and one of them end up being stars it all works out!

[Destroyer77]

I still don't really consider Manziel a QB recruit. He's so versatile that I have a feeling he'll end up being a diamond in the rough at a different position. I'm sure they told him they want him to try QB first and see where it goes.

[Bigducker]

Manziel reminds me of Boyett: QB in high school but not talented enough for Pac-10 football. Quite athletic, however, so I wouldn't be surprised to see Manziel become either a DB or WR.

I would say at least 20-25% of HS kids move to another position in college.

[Bigducker]

I have a feeling that he'll never make it to campus. If another Pac 10 school offers him with less QB competition, he'll definitely bolt.

"he'll definitely bolt"
Whoa !! What makes you think he's not a real competitive kid. Maybe he thrives on competition. He loved the Ducks growing up . Wow, pretty negative.

[thegreenstain]

I have a feeling that he'll never make it to campus. If another Pac 10 school offers him with less QB competition, he'll definitely bolt.

Washington already offered him and they have a very appealing depth chart for QB recruits. They had him on campus and gave him their sales pitch. This was back when it didn't look so likely that Washington would land Hundley also, yet Mariota reconfirmed his commitment to the Ducks. It is certainly possible that Mariota could still change his mind (long time between now and signing day), but as of now there isn't anything supporting the notion that he will bolt as soon as another Pac-10 school offers him.

The school that worries me if they choose to come after Mariota hard is UCLA. They are desperate for a QB in this class. If they strike out on Hundley, like most seem to think they will, who will they turn to? They have a very appealing depth chart and the pistol offense they are moving towards looks like a good fit for Mariota. The Weasel is obviously a slick recruiter and Chow has a big reputation in Hawaii. They have a lot ammunition to recruit him with, if they choose to do so, with the depth chart, new style of offense, great academics, more convenient flights to and from Hawaii, etc.

[hendrg]

7 Td's in 2 games. Actually probably only a little over one full game.
I realize the competition isn't as good as in some of the big states ie,. Florida, Texas and Cal, but I really think this kid has got the " it" factor and will be great under Chip's tutelage. Can't wait !! It's going to be a battle between him, Bennett and Randall , although I just have a feeling Mariota is going to be the best of the 3.



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Exactly what I was thinking when we were still wondering if he would sign with us and I was worried he would pick another school. I think he's gonna sign and he's gonna be a stud!

[MacDuck]

I have a feeling that he'll never make it to campus. If another Pac 10 school offers him with less QB competition, he'll definitely bolt.

Washington already offered him and they have a very appealing depth chart for QB recruits. They had him on campus and gave him their sales pitch. This was back when it didn't look so likely that Washington would land Hundley also, yet Mariota reconfirmed his commitment to the Ducks. It is certainly possible that Mariota could still change his mind (long time between now and signing day), but as of now there isn't anything supporting the notion that he will bolt as soon as another Pac-10 school offers him.

The school that worries me if they choose to come after Mariota hard is UCLA. They are desperate for a QB in this class. If they strike out on Hundley, like most seem to think they will, who will they turn to? They have a very appealing depth chart and the pistol offense they are moving towards looks like a good fit for Mariota. The Weasel is obviously a slick recruiter and Chow has a big reputation in Hawaii. They have a lot ammunition to recruit him with, if they choose to do so, with the depth chart, new style of offense, great academics, more convenient flights to and from Hawaii, etc.

Sound observations greenstain. I agree 100%. Whichever school between UW & UCLA that misses out on Hundley will come after Mariota, esp if he continues to show promise like he has in his first 2 games. Will be decommit? No way to know, but believe me he will be tempted considering Bennett will only be a RS FR or SO and the prospect of coming in with 2 other guys.

[greenyellow]

I have a feeling that he'll never make it to campus. If another Pac 10 school offers him with less QB competition, he'll definitely bolt.

Washington already offered him and they have a very appealing depth chart for QB recruits. They had him on campus and gave him their sales pitch. This was back when it didn't look so likely that Washington would land Hundley also, yet Mariota reconfirmed his commitment to the Ducks. It is certainly possible that Mariota could still change his mind (long time between now and signing day), but as of now there isn't anything supporting the notion that he will bolt as soon as another Pac-10 school offers him.

The school that worries me if they choose to come after Mariota hard is UCLA. They are desperate for a QB in this class. If they strike out on Hundley, like most seem to think they will, who will they turn to? They have a very appealing depth chart and the pistol offense they are moving towards looks like a good fit for Mariota. The Weasel is obviously a slick recruiter and Chow has a big reputation in Hawaii. They have a lot ammunition to recruit him with, if they choose to do so, with the depth chart, new style of offense, great academics, more convenient flights to and from Hawaii, etc.

Sound observations greenstain. I agree 100%. Whichever school between UW & UCLA that misses out on Hundley will come after Mariota, esp if he continues to show promise like he has in his first 2 games. Will be decommit? No way to know, but believe me he will be tempted considering Bennett will only be a RS FR or SO and the prospect of coming in with 2 other guys.

I could easily see him getting a lot more interest from UW or UCLA. If there's any QB that I'm worried about decommitting, it's Mariota.

[JTinKC]

We'll lose one of the QBs before its all said and done. I don't have a whole lot of faith in FL recruits staying committed because it's so far away and the climates are completely different. I'm actually going to be surprised if Randall signs an LOI with Oregon.

[ducksrock]

I have a feeling that he'll never make it to campus. If another Pac 10 school offers him with less QB competition, he'll definitely bolt.

Well, if he decided to bolt because of the threat of competition, he would be best to go elsewhere anyway...We are a program on the rise....We want and need only those kids that really want to play here and thrive in our system.....If he fits into this catagory, lets keep him onboard and see how it all pans out....We surely dont need another Johnny Durocher.....But, I doubt that Mariota is anything like that....I spose time will tell...Just depends on whether he wants to be a part of a NC team or not....Let's face it....It's gonna happen..Just a matter of when....I am feelin its not far off am thinking that Glendale is a nice area to visit during the early part of January.

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