NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Marcus Mariota prefers not to talk about Marcus Mariota. He's unapologetically humble, and his teammates love him for his authenticity.
The 2017 Tennessee Titans are full of potential and expectations, hinging on the right arm, legs and mind of young Mariota. Winning will inevitably vault Mariota closer to the stardom he so carefully tries to avoid. Attention doesn't ask permission.
Titans backup quarterback Matt Cassel often forgets Mariota is just 23, until he gets a reminder of the Hawaii native's youthful taste in music and profound love for Harry Potter and Disneyland.