The Raiders have found their backup quarterback. According to Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network, the team is close to signing a deal with former No. 2 overall pick Marcus Mariota.
The 26-year-old began 2019 as Tennessee’s starter. In 7 games (6 starts) for the Titans, Mariota completed 59.4% of his passes for 1,203 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. He also ran for 129 yards.
Over his five-year career, Mariota has appeared in 63 contests — making 61 starts — with a 29-32 record, a 62.9% completion percentage, 76 TDs, and 44 picks
REPORT: Raiders nearing deal with free-agent QB Marcus Mariota
The Raiders have found their backup quarterback. According to Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network, the team is close to signing a deal with former No. 2 overall pick Marcus Mariota.
The 26-year-old began 2019 as Tennessee’s starter. In 7 games (6 starts) for the Titans, Mariota completed 59.4% of his passes for 1,203 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. He also ran for 129 yards.
Over his five-year career, Mariota has appeared in 63 contests — making 61 starts — with a 29-32 record, a 62.9% completion percentage, 76 TDs, and 44 picks