Bleacher Report NFL · Jun 3, 2019
Setting Expectations for Rookie NFL Quarterbacks in 2019
Quarterback is the most scrutinized position in professional sports. This is particularly true for many incoming rookies who shoulder the burden of becoming the face of a franchise.
First-round quarterbacks are treated as saviors.
The NFL consists of haves and have-nots. Either a team has its franchise quarterback or it doesn't. If it doesn't, the team can't compete on a consistent basis. Thus, Super Bowl or even playoff aspirations are fleeting.
The root of a franchise's struggles usually starts at the game's most important position. So, an investment in a quarterback isn't a small step; it's a massive leap of faith.