Marcus Mariota
Marcus Mariota is an American professional football quarterback, recognized for his performance at the University of Oregon, where he won the Heisman Trophy.
Mariota’s professional career began when he was drafted by the Tennessee Titans as the second overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. His first season with the Titans marked his emergence as a notable talent, throwing for 2,818 yards and 19 touchdowns, earning the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award. After a few years with the Titans, his career took a turn, signing with the Las Vegas Raiders as a backup quarterback.
Over his career, Marcus has played with and against some of the most talented individuals in the sport. Some of the key names include Derrick Henry, Delanie Walker, Taylor Lewan, DeMarco Murray, Kevin Byard, Jurrell Casey, Jonnu Smith, Jack Conklin, Jadeveon Clowney, and Philip Rivers.
Marcus Mariota’s achievements extend beyond mere statistics. He has earned a series of awards and distinctions, such as winning the Heisman Trophy in 2014, making him the first player from the University of Oregon to achieve this honor. Other significant examples include winning the Manning Award and the Walter Camp Award in the same year, along with being named to the Pro Bowl in 2016.