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Darnold's Dilemma: A Young Quarterback's Struggles
Despite moments of brilliance, Darnold's limitations surfaced starkly in high-pressure scenarios. Young quarterbacks like him often require strong protection and a sound game plan to succeed, particularly against elite teams. The comparison to Dak Prescott elucidates this dilemma; both QBs possess the talent to win but struggle against the league's top defenses.
Darnold's record shows an impressive ability to win against less formidable opponents while faltering against stronger competition -- a pattern he must break to solidify his standing in the league. The reality is that talented quarterbacks might perform exceptionally well in regular games, but elite matchups expose flaws that cost their teams dearly.