NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Two important points regarding Mike Vrabel saying he anticipates playing both Marcus Mariota and Blaine Gabbert on Sunday against the Texans.
1) He has not, in a way I can recall, lied in a press conference. Smart coaches in the NFL know that while their relationship with the press can be a tug-of-war over decisions and information, that an outright lie simply kills an important two-way relationship.
He’s been honest with us and with me, and I do not believe for a second he’s lying here. As of Friday afternoon, he’s expecting to play both quarterbacks. I would think if the starter plays well and sustains it, that could change.
