Ryan Tannehill
Dolphins center Mike Pouncey is stroking the ego of rookie quarterback Ryan Tannehill, calling him “the best rookie quarterback in the NFL right now.”
Pouncey said the Dolphins QB is a leader on the team and has helped the Dolphins to a 4-3 start this season.
Pouncey said he values Tannehill more than Washington rookie Robert Griffin III, who is ranked third in passing efficiency.
“I think he’s better than RGIII,” Pouncey said. “Their games are different. RGIII can throw, but he can also run. Tannehill’s a smart quarterback.”
Pouncey took it a step further, though, when he compared Tannehill to Patriots QB Tom Brady.
“I think he’s going to be one of those elite guys like Tom Brady when it comes said and done,” Pouncey said. “Just his composure. His leadership in the huddle right now is just phenomenal. … I do see Tom, and the way he coordinates and runs his offense is the same as Tannehill does.”
Tannehill has completed 59.6 percent of his passes for 1,454 yards this season. He’s thrown for four touchdowns with six interceptions.
“We were lucky to get that kid at No. 8,” Pouncey said. “He’s playing phenomenal for us right now. … If he keeps it up, he’ll be the franchise quarterback for a long, long time.”
