Bortles’ Development Has Been Erratic, but Slowly There Are Signs of Progress

October 21, 2015   ·   Sean Tomlinson   ·   Jump to comments

NFL quarterback development isn’t a linear process. The Jacksonville Jaguars know that, and so does their quarterback Blake Bortles, who’s splashed plenty of encouraging play in with his overall erratic results.
By nature, the road to quarterback stardom is filled with hairpin turns and detours. Sure, there’s a Point A, which is the rookie who hasn’t made his regular-season debut yet. And there’s a Point B, too, which is Super Bowl champion. But the journey is dotted with deviations to every other letter.
There are interceptions while the young prospect adjusts to a new game speed, and sacks as he struggles to make reads quickly. There may also be accuracy woes as he tweaks throwing mechanics, with some of those sprayed footballs landing in unfriendly hands.
Patience is critical for all parties involved, from coaches to fans and the quarterback himself. But when, exactly, should that deep well of calmness begin to run dry? And when should pa...

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