However, I must admit I am surprised although I understand many (including the AP) feel RGIII deserved it based on “superior statistics.” Here’s my argument;

1) The Colts had the worst 2011 record at 2-14, and hence with Luck, the biggest 2013 turnaround going 11-5.

2) Luck was required to carry a much more significant number/percentage of the offense plays as a passer than almost Wilson and RGIII combined given no running game. This led defenses to key on him and pull in more INT’s.

3) The biggest reason however, that is not listed as a statistic, but should be is that Luck absolutely “Won” more games than either RGIII or Wilson. He had 4 game winning comebacks and 7 Q4 game winning drives compared to RGIII’s 3/2, and Wilsons 0/0. So, in effect, Luck “Won” more games on his own when it mattered, that RGIII & Wilson combined who only manage to win less than half of Luck’s together when it mattered. The question becomes – Who do you want to hand the ball to when you are losing the game? Clearly Luck wins this statistic in 2013 by leaps and bounds over both other QB’s combined.

So, AP, when you name a rookie of the year, it seems painful that you only look at efficiency…not “IMPACT.” In my measure, taking a 2-14 team to 11-5 and the playoffs, while almost single handedly winning 7 of those games on the last drive absolutely trumps completion percentage and passer rating, especially if we are only considering QB’s as ROY contenders.

Really AP – Tell me I’m wrong!!

Com’on Man!

1. someone stated, Wilson got drafted in the 4th round for a reason. First, it was the 3rd round and 2nd it was because he is short, not because of any other reason. He has done more, with less, than most QB’s. Doesn’t have huge talent @ the WR position, but he just makes plays and wins.

2. Someone else posted about what griffin’s #’s being far and away better. They were very close, to Wilsons, QBR, attempts, yards, etc. But Wilson played the whole year, Griffin couldn’t even do that. That alone is reason enough he shouldn’t have won it.

Don’t get me wrong, Griffin is a great talent and IF he stays healthy enough to have a long career, I believe it will be a very good career, but damn the arguments given for Griffin are really ignorant

Did you even watch the game. No just like most sour Seatle fans you just want to cry about it all. The Redskins were on the verge of blowing Seatle out until RGIII showed how injured he really was. Seatle’s D didn’t know how to attack the Skins O. It would have been a double digit win until you could get aggresive on D. I give Seatle credit they won the right way after the injury. Now for the ROY award. All three players could make a case for the award. I agee with anyone who says that. Luck Was a perfect fit in Indy and will be a GREAT one. RGIII if he can stay heathy will also be a Great QB. Wilson was a fourth round pick for a reason. The jury is still out for now. He had a great year no doubt about it, but lets see him due it next year as well.

You need a stud pocket passer that can move. Little Wilson and RG3 physically won’t hold up.

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Not sure if this was supposed to be the quote from The Dark Knight, but I thumbed it up even though Wilson > IR3.

I don’t believe that he’s fragile despite his injuries, but I do agree that he’ll have to adjust his style of play. He already had when Ngata caused that freak injury. I wouldn’t be surprised if he missed a few games at the beginning of the season next year but I fully expect him to be a franchise QB in dc for a long time. Httr! The colts and hawks fans have a lot to be happy with as well.

RG3:
Passer Rating: 102.4 (3rd in NFL)
Passing Yards: 3200
Passing Yards/Attempt: 8.14
Completions: 258 (65.6%)
Attempts: 393
TD Passes: 20
Interceptions: 5

Luck:
Passer Rating: 76.5 (26th in NFL)
Passing Yards: 4374
Passing Yards/Attempt: 6.98
Completions: 339 (54.1%)
Attempts: 627
TD Passes: 23
Interceptions: 18

Wilson:
Passer Rating: 100.0 (4th in NFL)
Passing Yards: 3118
Passing Yards/Attempt: 7.93
Completions: 252 (64.1%)
Attempts: 393
TD Passes: 26
Interceptions: 10

They all had fantastic years and exceeded expectations. But, statistically, RG3 clearly had the best year of the three of them.

“Doug”
“Martin”