10-28-2021, 03:25 PM
(10-28-2021, 03:03 PM)TecmoBengals Wrote: Dalton ranking 2nd and Burrow 5th for this category puts them in relatively the same tier of success. Let's examine other stats by rank among their QB peers.
Passing Yards
Dalton (22)
Burrow (6)
TDs
Dalton (14)
Burrow (5)
Completion %
Dalton (8)
Burrow (9)
QBR
Dalton (3)
Burrow (12)
Obviously, there are many variables to consider when determining which QB has the better season; we know there are other stats for comparing the two players. '15 was arguably Dalton's best season. We'll have to identify '21 as Burrow's best season since his career doesn't even comprise two full seasons. It isn't surprising Dalton had a great '15 and Burrow is having a good '21. A '15 v '21 team debate probably doesn't happen if there isn't quality QB play. We have the perspective of hindsight to know Dalton couldn't get it done in the playoffs for Cincinnati (Edit: for the longevity of his entire Bengals career). Dalton cannot be completely accountable for this, but the outcome doesn't change: Dalton never won in the playoffs for the Bengals. Joe still has the potential to help the franchise win. I'll maintain that the most important position player on the field, the QB, is what will distinguish '21 from '15. Burrow will prove to be better than Dalton this year and for his entire Bengals career.
Also, I really like intangibles such as leadership and moxie.
For discourse on leadership, the Bengals, and QBs, I recommend: http://thebengalsboard.com/Thread-The-offense-is-starting-to-take-on-Burrow-s-personality
I like 2021 Burrow better than 2015 Dalton, but you also have to consider that Burrow has thrown more picks in 7 games than Dalton threw in 13.
Also, these rankings are skewed because Dalton didn't play a full season.
Dalton was on pace for 4200 yards and 33 TDs heading into the game he got injured.
The training, nutrition, medicine, fitness, playbooks and rules evolve. The athlete does not.
