Marcus Mariota, Brandon Dorlus, and Jevón Holland are the NFC’s Week 3 Secret Superstars
Superstars may lead the discussion when it comes to success in the NFL, but more often than not, it’s the guys you barely know who will make the plays needed when they’re needed. Such players can be underrated for all kinds of reasons. Perhaps they’re playing in a smaller market, and the media isn’t appropriately […]
Marcus Mariota, quarterback for the Washington Commanders, emerged as a major surprise in their Week 3 victory against the Seattle Seahawks. Despite the Seahawks' dominant defense throughout the season, Mariota stepped in for an injured Jayden Daniels and delivered an impressive performance. He completed 19 out of 31 passes for 183 yards, scoring three touchdowns and achieving a remarkable passer rating of 110.0.
His deep throws, particularly a 30-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin, showcased his ability to exploit the Seahawks' defense, which was known for limiting such plays.
Brandon Dorlus, a third-year defensive lineman for the Atlanta Falcons, also stood out in their Week 3 triumph over the green bay Packers. After the Falcons' previous losses to the Steelers and the Panthers, their defense transformed with the help of Dorlus. Against Michael Penix Jr.'s return to the Green Bay offense, the Falcons' blitzes were a significant factor in disrupting the Packers' attack.
Dorlus's efforts were instrumental in pressuring Packers quarterback Jordan Love 44.4% of the time, contributing to a 35-14 victory for Atlanta. Both Mariota and Dorlus exemplified underrated talent, elevating their teams with crucial contributions in high-stakes games.
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