The Jacksonville Jaguars drafted 22-year-old Quarterback Blake Bortles into the NFL as the third overall pick in the first round. The QB, who towers at 6ft. 5in., reigns from Altamonte Springs Florida, where he attended University of Central Florida. During his time there, Blake maintained above average statistics. This earned him a chance at playing ball professionally. Unfortunately, the rookie is having a rough season so far, with mediocre performances and multiple injuries. Now, recent reports claim that Bortles doesn't even understand the technology that allows coaches to communicate plays.
Being a rookie in the NFL is never easy. A lot of times the pressure is just too much to handle. Just look at what happened to RG3.
Now, up-and-comers like Johnny Manziel and Blake Bortles are feeling the same heat. NBC Sports reports on the obstacles Bortles has to overcome this season:
"Blake Bortles is dealing with shoulder and ankle injuries, but 'should practice and play this week.' Bortles shoulder issue was bothersome enough that he underwent an MRI, but it turned up little more than inflammation. The Struggling rookie's practice reps figure to be ration for Week 14, but he'll be under center against J.J. Watt and the Texans."
Sometimes it takes a while for Rookies to settle in. Just look at how far Cam Newton has come in only a few short years. Some lessons are hard learned, and according to Bleacher Report, a few I.T. lessons might bring Blake's game up:
"Blake Bortles, who recently admitted he had no idea how the NFL helmet transmitters worked when he entered the league...Blake Bortles said that the first few times the coach told him the play call in his helmet, he tried to talk back to the coach."
Maybe if Blake was a little clearer on how things worked in the NFL, his performance might go up as well. What do you think about the situation? Let us know in the comment section below.
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