The Vikings just need an average QB to win.
I have been hearing this for a couple of seasons. All the Vikings need is an average QB to win. If it is true, is Kyler Murray an average QB?
An average QB is defined as a game manager who avoids turnovers but rarely carries the offense.He distributes the ball to playmakers, protects the football, and relies on a balanced running game and defense, but needs a strong supporting cast to win. A team's O-line, scheme, and pass catchers heavily dictate whether an average QB is functional or struggles. So is Kyler Murray performing at the level of an average QB this year?
AVG.QB K. MURRAY WENTZ
NFL QB RANK 16th 19th N/A
PASSER RTNG. 85-90 85.8 22nd 106.4
QBR 50 45.8 25th 54.5
COMP. % 63-65 % 66.4% 11th 59%
YDS./Attempt 7.0-7.5 yds. 6.5 yds. 19th 7.1 yds.
TD/INT. 2:1 3:2 3:0
KM is performing a bit below average NFL QB standards so far. So is he responsible for the offensive dysfunction ? Or does his performance reflect a lack of a balanced running game due to the O-line or a scheme that doesn't support his strengths? We know the defense and pass catchers are top of the NFL.
Kmerry82 wrote:
Lets also be clear - he has 2 games. 1 where he came into relief against New Orleans down big. Threw an interception right off the bat and was just chucking the ball around. They were not what I would call on target throws, but better than what we have seen from Murray. The second game was against Houston - whose defense has been extremely rough, can't stop the run (Skattebo went for 100) and can't stop the pass. Ive said I am fine if he succeeds but this is still a small sample size and I don't see an elite or even average QB play out of JJ in the future. I am actually hoping I am wrong. I actually liked him but maturity wise he wasn't ready for this opportunity - it just didn't work out which is fine.
All things considered, wonder what he would do against a 31st ranked Detroit defense missing 4 starters during the game...I bet more then 15 points.
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