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Equity is a centerpiece of the debate. There is a general agreement that Burrow has accumulated substantial equity with his playoff performances in previous years and with his status as a talented quarterback. However, that equity may rapidly diminish if he continues to miss the postseason. Critics argue that if Burrow cannot will his team into the playoffs despite impressive statistics—like 5,000 passing yards or a high touchdown count—his standing among elite quarterbacks must be reassessed.