Marcus Mariota Struggles Against Pittsburgh
2 years agoAtlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota struggled in the team's 19-16 Week 13 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The veteran quarterback completed only 54.2% of his pass attempts in the game, totaling 167 passing yards. Sunday marked the fifth straight game the former Oregon Duck star had under 190 passing yards. Furthermore, Mariota had one passing touchdown for the third straight game and the ninth time this season. Meanwhile, he had only 17 rushing yards against the Steelers, his lowest rushing total since Week 4. Next week the Falcons have their bye. After losing four of the past five games, the Falcons might switch to the rookie Desmond Ridder during the bye week.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN