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2018 NFL Quarterback Power Rankings: Mahomes, Fitzpatrick headed for greatness

By Randy Gurzi

TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 16: Ryan Fitzpatrick #14 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers waves to the crowd after they defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 27-21 at Raymond James Stadium on September 16, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 16: Ryan Fitzpatrick #14 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers waves to the crowd after they defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 27-21 at Raymond James Stadium on September 16, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /
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NASHVILLE, TN – SEPTEMBER 16: Blaine Gabbert #7 of the Tennessee Titans throws a pass during the fourth quarter at Nissan Stadium on September 16, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TN – SEPTEMBER 16: Blaine Gabbert #7 of the Tennessee Titans throws a pass during the fourth quarter at Nissan Stadium on September 16, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

30. Blaine Gabbert, Tennessee Titans (NR)

Last week we had Marcus Mariota at No. 22 on these NFL Quarterback Power Rankings and questioned him as a starter. Too many poor outings and turnovers have plagued him — as did missed games. He was dressed for this one and warmed up, but Blaine Gabbert got the call. He was almost outdone by safety Kevin Byard who threw a 66-yard touchdown on a fake punt.

Gabbert ended his day with just 117 yards but he didn’t throw a pick. Tennessee was happy to get a win, but that said more about them than Tennessee who even had to get a trick play from Derrick Henry to get their passing game going.

29. Tyrod Taylor, Cleveland Browns (29)

Easily the ugliest stat for the Cleveland Browns was shared by Kyle Kelly from WFVY in Cleveland. He pointed out that before hitting Antonio Callaway on his 47-yard desperation touchdown Tyrod Taylor had 87 yards on 7-of-17 passing with a pick and two fumbles. What was worse is 46 yards came after the catch.

Yes, it’s nice that he puts the ball where his receivers can run after the catch, but that’s not good when all the offense relies on everyone but the quarterback to make plays. Taylor is far too conservative and his touchdown to Callaway highlights the need to take shots. He won’t though because he can’t suddenly change his DNA. The Baker calls are coming — oh yes, they’re coming.

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