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The Tennessee Titans have had a very hectic week. With the franchise selecting a top-tier quarterback prospect, and Ryan Tannehill speaking out about his divisional finals loss. There has, however, been a cherry-on-top problem. The Titans’ QB1’s attitude toward instructing their newest entrant sparked a flurry of heated conversation on social media. Moreover. this elicits a response from a Cowboys legend, who holds his service running for the incoming quarterback.

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It’s never easy for starting quarterbacks to talk about fresher, sportier athletes behind them in the active roster, but Tannehill mentioned it during one press conference on Tuesday. He did text Willis after the selection to commend him, despite not knowing the Titans were looking for passers. Normally, a seasoned pro quarterback acts as a guide to the rookie quarterback, but Tannehill states that it’s just not his aim.

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Shortly after being asked on guiding the 3rd-round selection of Malik Willis, Ryan Tannehill became a social media firestorm. His comment sparks a conversation that everyone had about the same time, year after year.

He told the media, “I don’t think it’s my job to mentor [Malik Willis]. If he learns from me along the way, that’s a good thing.”

Following Tannehill’s instigation, Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner was one of the most outspoken, asking why star players wouldn’t provide counsel and guidance to junior colleagues in the comparable predicament on Twitter. Warner has offered his skills as a mentor to budding quarterbacks seeking to break into the next intensity of competition.

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He mentions, “I will never understand the “I’m not here to mentor the next guy” mentality… so for all you young QBs that need a mentor, DM me & I’ll be that guy, happy to help in any way I can!”

Certain people may support Tannehill. Some will join Warner in nodding. It’d be fascinating to learn what position the Titans’ executives seem to be in.

Was Ryan Tannehill fair to react that way?

Many NFL quarterbacks carry a heavy strain on their shoulders. Many newcomers anticipate their seniors to guide them. Willis is an intriguing proposition who has the tendency to advance into a leader, and the Titans did not make a mistake in selecting him.

Although Tannehill’s statements may come across as antagonistic to a few, it seems doubtful that the QB1 will refuse to assist the youngster. Tannehill is expected to be an excellent teammate for Willis. He simply refuses to teach him. That is a job that the Titans will employ somebody else to do.

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Pavitra Shome is a senior NFL writer at EssentiallySports. A specialist in NFL Draft and trade, Pavitra is our very own QB when it comes to NFL coverage with nearly 1700 articles under his belt. A Master’s Degree holder in Journalism and Mass Communication, Pavitra uses his editorial judgment to distinguish between a plain rumor and a distinct possibility. A lifetime fan of Tom Brady, Pavitra has recently taken to the new NFL sensation, Patrick Mahomes. He believes the NFL QB transition won’t last for too long thanks to exciting new talent emerging in recent times. Pavitra’s penchant for breaking news and insider knowledge keeps him on the hunt and staying connected with fans. His story on “What Is Going On?”: ‘Reckless’ Referees Hit ‘Rigged’ Cage As NFL Fans Demand AI To Officiate Chiefs-Bengals Epic is a testimony to his ability to be on top of his game. Pavitra aspires to be in the big league of Ian Rapoport, Adam Schefter and Mike Garafolo at some stage in his broadcast career. When not writing or thinking NFL, Pavitra likes to explore. He is a history buff and loves exploring heritage sites and making mini v-logs. Moreover, with a passion for biking, he's always up for a ride!

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