The rest of the list quickly gets interesting. Register now! Would Simms really prefer Patrick Mahomes to Drew Brees in that situation? 7. I also like that Hernandez has a bit of nasty in him. Wentz Josh Allen has highest potential of all of them but also has highest chance to bust as he needs a lot and I mean a lot of work on accuracy and decision making. The Baltimore Ravens could go a number of ways at No. There's a ton to like about Jackson, and I do like a ton about him, but it's hard to get too hyped about a guy who can't get above 60% completions in college. 8. 4. I've been around the NFL a long time, and I love putting my experience and knowledge to work during the predraft process. And he doesn't follow the crowd. However, Jackson is a quarterback all the way, and he could be Arizona's franchise QB for the next decade-plus. "I played right and left guard," Daniels explained, per Mark Emmert of HawksCentral.com. Hows that roster coming along? He is a sideline-to-sideline playmaker who fits right into defensive coordinator Paul Guenther's system. Arizona is also a perfect situation for Jackson. IMO those 4 are on their own level. He can be a Pro Bowl free safety as a rookie, but he also has the versatility to play cornerback or nickelback if Tampa Bay needs him to. Josh Rosen, 2.) Hmm Andrew Luck, even tho he aint played for the past two years lol Chile, pleeze lol. Plus, he's versatile enough to slide over to tackle in a pinch. Taping the podcast soon with full breakdown/explanation. Must be nice winning the pre-season SB every year as a Packers fan, but hey, Im happy with the 5 the Pats have gotten during this run. On Wednesday's PFT Live Chris Simms revealed his highly awaited list of top six quarterbacks of the 2021 class and many were surprised to see where Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence fell on the list. Plus, BB has Brady not the other way around. 2018 was Simms' most impressive act. Hell be on the list by the end of the year, Hell be on the list by the end of the year We are really talking . Top 5. At least, I sort of hope so. The Denver Broncos got themselves a quarterback by adding Case Keenum, but their offense is still lacking. Irrelevant at 262. He's a better runner than Vince Young or RG3 and it's not even close," he said. 319 prospects representing over 100 schools will showcase their skills and athletic ability in front of the leagues coaches, scouts, and team owners. RELATED: Bears land No. I don't see Ward as a top-tier outside cornerback. My 2021 Draft QB Rankings. On Wednesday's PFT Live, Simms . Name another coach with 5 walk off postseason losses? Roethlisberger ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. gave the Browns Allen and Penn State running back Saquon Barkley in his latest mock draft. He's a tremendous athlete, he's physical and he'll be able to do everything the Steelers ask him to do. Vea is a jaw-dropping player, and I wouldn't be shocked if he goes higher. Green when he came out of Georgia in 2011. 1) Rodgers ______________. Last years 2022 NFL Draft saw DE Travon Walker taken as the No. This is why Alabama's Calvin Ridley makes sense at No. Josh Allen, 3.) in both cases the media anointed #1 pick got/gets more credit for constantly accomplishing less than the guy/s picks later. He wasnt even top 10 when he was healthy. He gets upfield, and he disrupts. Quarterbacks DeShone Kizer and Cody Kessler were traded to the Green Bay Packers and Jacksonville Jaguars respectively. However, I wouldn't go quarterback if I'm Miami, and I'm not mocking trades, so Buffalo gets its man. This is why Fitzpatrick makes so much sense. Tampa added Jason Pierre-Paul and Vinny Curry in the offseason, which should boost the pass rush. Lamar Jackson, 2.) 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. There isn't a quarterback of the future sitting at No. He'll fit right in with Seattle's aggressive identity, and he'll help restore balance to the Seahawks offense. His results dont add up to TB12 or Wilson. Last year, he had Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert as his top two prospects. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The Packers need elite QB play on free plays and phantom facemask calls to win games. He has a great base, always keeps his feet under him and churning and won't be overpowered. He moves well in space when pass blocking, and he's extremely powerful at the point of attack in the run game. This year's draft has come and gone and the 2022 NFL season is quickly approaching, which means it . Posting Freak. All three will be back with their respective teams in 2022, but after an offseason that has been among the craziest in NFL history Tom Brady retiring and then unretiring, Russell Wilsonheading to Denver, and all of the uncertainty surrounding Baker Mayfield and the Cleveland Browns theres no shortage of questions about how this season will shape up. The Carolina Panthers could use help at cornerback and along the offensive line. 1 pick in 1941. The only question was which one would it be? August 23, 2018 at 11:21 am ======. But this is a results business. Brady has had incredible success but hes always had a much better team around him, and certainly better coaching, than Rodgers has had. He has great get-off, elite bend and tremendous strength. video NFL Combine: DeAndre Hopkins Workout Watch Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins work out at the 2013 NFL. The Washington Redskins could use another big man in the middle of their defense, but they added Jonathan Allen in Round 1 last year. Saints had 2 probowl running backs punching em in. He's the kind of aggressive corner Patricia will love, and he could be one of the league's most dangerous return specialists from day one. What better way to win over some of the L.A. fanbase than to draft the Southern California darling Darnold? Sure, I'd have liked to have seen Davis run faster than the 4.53-second 40 he ran at the combine, but he plays faster than that on film. No, but he's a polished dropback passer and is the prospect most likely to succeed if asked to win games as a rookie. Without Brady, the Pats dont come back from a 28-3 deficit against the Falons. He also threw far fewer screens than the other top quarterbacks. If the Cardinals want to throw him in sub-packages as a runner or a receiver as a rookie to get him used to the speed of the game, that's great. The New England Patriots have a few needs, especially after losing guys like Dion Lewis, Danny Amendola, Nate Solder and Malcolm Butler in free agency. freefromwhatyouare says: There's also the matter of Jackson's dynamic rushing capabilities, which allowed him to pile up 4,132 yards and 50 scores on the ground over three seasons with the Cardinals. Im not arguing that Rogers isnt more gifted. I know that hurts Packer fans feelings, but the results were proven right out there on the field last year and in 2013. RELATED: Dvorchaks 2023 NFL Mock Draft 1.0. He's an elite athlete with fluid hips and great change-of-direction in coverage. Wouldnt it make more sense to list some of the other great games that Simms has had? What do you mean by that? The California native completed 152-of-270 passes for 1,812 yards, 16 touchdowns and six interceptions. He isn't the best at any one thing among the draft's top quarterbacks, he doesn't have ideal pocket presence, his mechanics are ugly and he has a major turnover problem. 5quarterbackbehind Sam Darnold, Josh Rosen, Josh Allen and Baker Mayfield. Darnold completed 303-of-480 passes for 4,143 yards, 26 touchdowns and 13 interceptions last season. This should help make the transition easy on New England's end. I am pretty sure Chris Simmss favorite QB of all time is Phil Simms. Chris Simms ranks the top eight quarterbacks heading into the 2019 NFL Draft. Simms hasnt let go of his hatred that he didnt have McVay as his coach and he takes it out on Goff in these rankings. Davis is missing from a lot of people's mock draftswhich I don't quite understandand he's exactly the kind of guy Belichick will jump on. I spend that time breaking down game film, analyzing players and talking to people who know them. Tittle in their Top 50 QBs of all time. Well, that isn't what you'll find here. Now it's time to improve the secondary. Its not an easy exercise. Chubb's addition would also automatically put the team in the conversation for having the best pass-rusher duo in football with him and Garrett. I could see them going tight end, too. If you're one-on-one with him, he can break your ankles. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________. He did get his team to a SB and was on the upswing. Rodgers While Mayfield does have some drawbacks, he is the third-best quarterback in this class. Without Belichick, the Patriots dont hold the Seahawks and Falcons scoreless in the 4th quarter of those games and Brady wouldnt have been able to come back. 14. The 2023 NFL Combine takes place on Thursday, March 2 through Sunday, March 5 at Lucas Oil Stadiumhome of the Indianapolis Colts. However, if this season has shown us anything, its that every pick matters from first overall to Mr. Jimmy G will rip this list to shreds. August 23, 2018 at 11:41 am There isn't a defensive tackle in the league the Bills will be worried about matching up against Wynn one-on-one. These are superstar traits. If youre going to rank the best quarterbacks in the NFL right now, the criterion should be what quarterback would you want playing for you in a Super Bowl. However, it's more imperative that Atlanta finds a replacement for Dontari Poe next to standout defensive tackle Grady Jarrett. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Simms tends to get a lot of hate for going against the tide with his quarterback rankings, but he's had pretty good hit rate so far. Be sure to followProFootballTalkfor breaking news, updates, and much more! Lamar Jackson. He was the only person who had Herbert over Tua last year. hris Simms gets it. Smith, ariani1985 says: Name another coach that allowed Colin Kaepernick to go for 444 yards.. Colin Kaepernick!!!!.. This year, Simms has gotten started with the top 16. You got nothing. Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes sits in the number one spot while Buffalo's Josh Allen ranks second. What qualifies you fan boys to say anything about the NFL? Josh Rosen This thread is archived It is also worth noting that he recorded an entire feature video for Bleacher Report ahead of the 2017 NFL Draft touting Patrick Mahomes as the most special talent in the draft. RELATED: 2023 NFL draft order: Top 18 picks are set with Bears at No. It was a little less than 56 minutes through, but still really bad and on the worse stage. For a small-market team like the Cardinals, adding Jackson would immediately energize the fanbase. August 23, 2018 at 11:21 am, Viking fans will go nuts which is hilarious. Patriots fans will go nuts which is perfectly understandable. 16. On Wednesdays PFT Live, Simms unveiled his updated top 16, after four weeks of the 2018 season. He could be. Regardless of order, its Brady, Brees, and Rodgers (as someone else pointed out) After that, its whatever. The unnamed Pats assistant'(gopher) in OConners book. However, I know your reason for posting is simply trying to prove me wrong on something. 31 in the form of UCLA's Kolton Miller. Deshaun Watson looks like hell be great but lets try to remember hes only played 7 games. And they likely get beat by a lot more than 8 points in last years SB. "I didn't play center my true freshman year. 1 receiver in Round 2 is far less likely, so Maryland receiver D.J. I dont think so. If youre going to rank the best quarterbacks in the NFL right now, the criterion should be what quarterback would you want playing for you in a Super Bowl. NBC Sports has you covered with all you need to know about this years draft coverage including the start times, full schedule, dates, TV channels, location, draft order and more. ************************************. The Chicago Bears have one of the best offensive lines in football, so I don't think they'll go there. Is hard reset only way to salvage Jets QB dilemma? While Chubb doesn't remind me of a Khalil Mack, Von Miller or even a Myles Garrett coming out, he's close. The Giants are closer than many people think. Allen has the highest ceiling, and he has the highest floor, too. The Bills need a franchise quarterback, and they'll get one in Mayfield. 17, but I have several concerns about him. Throwing and running, taking both of those into account thats part of the game right now in the 2022 NFL. "You get to see everything. They dont light the Seahawks up in the 4th quarter. cant even get a job right now. Seattle Seahawks (via the Denver Broncos), Philadelphia Eagles (via the New Orleans Saints), Houston Texans (via the Cleveland Browns), New Orleans Saints (via 49ers, by way of Broncos and Dolphins). He also signed veteran quarterback Drew Stanton. Good accuracy, good decision making, and a good athlete. Watson You cant play football on your daddys name. He also had 75 carries for 82 yards and five touchdowns. And his health is an issue on top of it. Would Simms really prefer Patrick Mahomes to Drew Brees in that situation? Simms' rankings probably won't sit well with Vernon Adams. Is he purposely ranking QBs like this to get people talking? Even the #1 Manning vs. 6th round Brady mirrors #1 Luck vs mid round Wilson. He's 6'0", ran a 4.34-second 40 at the combine, has a 40-inch vertical, goes up for 50-50 balls and is a great route-runner. Id Go: Auburn's Carlton Davis can be that guy. That's going to open things up for Elliott and the run game. Simms tends to get a lot of hate for going against the tide with his quarterback rankings, but he's had pretty good hit rate so far. The Vikings aren't especially weak there, but Joe Berger's retirement does create a hole. There's one glaring weakness for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and it should be obvious. He'll help improve the Raiders' second-level coverage and has the speed to make a quick path to running backs and receivers when the ball is in their hands. Brees Very much like Rodgers. Brees and Rogers are pretty close behind. Cousins Think of Payne as a young Kawann Short. If I'm Philadelphia, I'm adding another explosive playmaker at receiver. ", Is Sam Darnold going #1 a media creation? Mayfield is a pure thrower, and he'll have no issues cutting through the winter weather in Buffalo. His arm might not even be as good as Bridgewater, but he knows how to play. He was a complete bust inn the NFL but now he has all the answers. And you should. I could see the Atlanta Falcons looking at a tight end at No. He can both help protect Jimmy Garoppolo and lead Shanahan's run game. #29 Tua TagovailoaHe's slick..moves well in the pocket and throws well on the run w/ different arm angles. I think hes great though. He doesnt even believe his own rankings his sole goal is to be contrarian. Learn how your comment data is processed. Landry is arguably the draft's most natural pass-rusher. I don't see a superstar in Ridley, but he can be a very, very good receiver, and he can be one from Day 1. I would be more worried about Reid coaching in that spot than the QB. He was also a pro quarterback, so there's that too. However, cleaning up the trash and covering in the middle of the field has been a problem. Here's the other reason this pairing makes sense: The Chargers have been getting one-upped by the Los Angeles Rams every step of the way over the last year. The Browns also have Kevin Hogan on the roster. So maybe he does know what he's talking about and isn't just ranking Lawrence second to drive engagement. I think he's 7th best. While Moore has room to grow as a receiver, he's one of the most gifted athletes in the draft. ====== He can use his speed to get around the edge (he ran a 4.64-second 40 at the combine), and he can power through if the edge isn't there. Garoppolo "This kid is not just a straight-ahead runner. You also should watch PFT Live every weekday morning from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Wynn has long arms, can move well in a phone booth and can drive defenders at the point of attack. I'd rather move Daniels to guard, then add another remaining guard or experiment with moving a guy like Isaiah Wynn from tackle to guard. See below to find out who made the top 5 names for each position. With the size-speed combinations running backs and tight ends are bringing to today's NFL, James is exactly the kind of safety teams need in the second level. He doesn't see the field well and flat-out misses WAY too many big throws downfield. Chris Simms does not agree with the consensus and went against the grain (catching a lot of flak in the process) by releasing his QB prospect rankings for this year's draft today, listing BYU's Zach Wilson over Lawrence. Yes, he has an eye for talent, but he has been equally wrong before and the much touted 2018 QB rankings were revised by him before the draft. But he's not in the trust tree. Baker Mayfield, 4.) I know the Dolphins like Mayfield too, so I won't be surprised if the Bills make a trade to leapfrog them. Adding Edmunds could give the Bears their new version of Brian Urlacher. He reminds me a lot of Andy Dalton and while Dalton is a pretty good QB, I don't think if he were to be drafted today, he would be worth an early 1st round pick and more of a mid 1st. The last time Chicago picked first in the NFL Draft was 1947, when they selected halfback Bob Fenimore. The season cant start soon enough to suit me. Hes got elite arm talent, a [Brett] Favre or [Pat] Mahomes arm. This will be the first time that Kansas City has hosted the NFL Draft since its inception in 1936. 8. Chris Simms? 7. We dont even know IF he can play a full game now, OR if he even has any arm strength after SHATTERING his Shoulder last year? This will help take pressure off Wilson. But it's hard to win in the NFL with a QB who is just trying not to lose. Davenport can be Indianapolis' version of DeMarcus Ware. Smith runs second-fastest 40 by DL since 03, Saleh compares Carr to Stafford pre-Rams trade, Allen to be ready to roll for offseason program, How to maximize leverage of No. With a quarterback in the bag and Barkley off the board, Cleveland will go with NC State's Bradley Chubb. The Cincinnati Bengals could use help on the offensive line. Live coverage will be available on the NFL Network see below for the 2023 NFL Combine schedule. Everyone cries about click-bait all of the time but Chris Simms entire career has been using his dad's fame and clickbait takes he can't even defend. I don't believe the New York Giants are going to go quarterback at No. This is a subreddit for the NFL community. Room to improve in short/quick passing.Hopefully healthy & w/ better receivers, I am optimistic.#SimmsTop40, #12 Kyler MurrayJust outside Top 10 for me, but he still is one of the most physically gifted QBs on the list. B/R's Matt Miller currently ranks Jackson as hisNo. Jimmy G will rip this list to shreds. None of @CSimmsQBs contacts across the NFL have him ranked that high. In addtion, Arizona lacks a true superstaroutside of Larry Fitzgerald, anywaywhich is why Lamar Jackson makes a ton of sense. Both have zero playoff wins. The Packers were 7-9 last year and Rodgers played six full games. He'll instantly improve the Washington defense. 1 followed by Drew Lock. Patrick Mahomes Is 2017 NFL Draft's Most Special QB Talent. He's a bit lean, but I don't really mind that too much. This is why Leighton Vander Esch makes a ton of sense for Tennessee. ET, with Saturdays final rounds at 12 p.m. RELATED: Every pick from every round of the 2022 NFL Draft. NFL Draft 2020: Chris Simms' Top 5 Quarterback Rankings | Chris Simms Unbuttoned | NBC Sports 67,086 views Mar 24, 2020 529 Dislike Share NBC Sports 2.3M subscribers Chris Simms. He pegged Patrick Mahomes as the most special QB talent in the 2017 draft, ranked Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen as the two best quarterbacks in the 2018 draft class and had Justin Herbert as the second-best QB prospect in 2020 behind Joe Burrow. Stafford And if you think P Simms is a top 50 QB ever, you know even less about QBs than Pats or Viking fans. 1 draft pick, Chris Simms shakes up his quarterback rankings, Report: Derek Carr wants $35 million per year, Mike McCarthy: Kellen Moore wants to light the scoreboard up, I want to run the damn ball, The Raiders are the betting favorites to land Aaron Rodgers, ESPN reiterates report that Lamar Jackson wants a fully-guaranteed deal, Arrest warrant issued for Jalen Carter for reckless driving, racing, Aaron Rodgers says hell make a decision soon enough, Competition Committee begins to explore the quarterback push play, Players say Chiefs discourage them from reporting injuries, have NFLs worst training staff, Report: Jalen Carter was present at teammates fatal crash, misled police about it. However, they have guys they've drafted, and I believe Cincinnati will give them at least one more year to develop. (Sign up for our FREE email newsletter and do not miss any Browns breaking news during this important off-season!). Note: The Dolphins forfeited their 2023 first-round pick and 2024 third-round pick after violating league policies pertaining to integrity of the game. He reminds me of Richard Sherman when he was coming out of Stanford, only more athletic and more explosive. In a draft where Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold were touted as the best prospects available, and were the first two quarterbacks picked, Simms had Lamar Jackson as his top QB in the draft, followed by Josh Allen, with Mayfield third. He will be the first name called in the 2021 NFL Draft and will head to Jacksonville soon after. Baltimore needs to find that guy on its front seven that every other team will fear on a weekly basis. I think he'll be a decent starter for some time in the NFL. In 2019, which is looking like quite a disastrous QB draft, he had Kyler Murray at No. Sam Darnold, 3.) Pittsburgh's middle linebacker play really suffered without Shazier. Lamar Jackson, 2.) Yea I remember seeing him play once. He has quick hands and can disengage blocks as fast as anyone in the draft. Then you all surprise me once again. He has a lot of talent, throwing for 3,692 yards and 33 touchdowns last season. Consider it built on each team's needs and how I would address them if each franchise gave me the keys to its general manager's office. When Seattle was making its Super Bowl runs, it had standout linemen like Russell Okung, James Carpenter and Max Unger. The New Orleans Saints don't have many big weaknesses. The play here is Mike Hughes from Central Florida. Im not arguing that Rogers isnt more gifted. #NBCSports #ChrisSimmsUnbuttoned #NFLDraft2019 Subscribe to NBC Sports: https://www.youtube.com/nbcsports. More of a statistical guy, yet padded by pass-first offense. Georgia's Isaiah Wynn is the perfect fit for the Buffalo offense. Stafford has never had a run game nor a decent line. There's no questions about Lamar.". The NFL analyst and former quarterback is known for his yearly QB draft rankings has a surprise pick at No. Cleveland gets its quarterback and the Titans get extra draft capitalit's a win-win. For me, the closest thing to a need for Jacksonville is nickel corner, as the team lost Aaron Colvin during the offseason. Dont usually watch these but curious if hes always a jerk. I think Cousins will move up this on this list next year just because hes playing on a better team. Vince Williams was OK, but he wasn't good enough in a Steelers defensive scheme that places heavy importance on the position. He's aggressive, has a high motor and a ton of upside. I was replying to one of your fellow clowns who said Phil Simms has had one great game in his life. Alabama's Rashaan Evans is the perfect guy to take over for Shazier. I mean, that could be a part of the equation. Colin K. is awful, but he wasnt always. Can 49ers fix his accuracy/mechanics?He has the potential to shoot up this list.#SimmsTop40, #30 Jared GoffTougher than he gets credit for, willing to take a hit in the pocket. August 23, 2018 at 11:33 am It wouldn't hurt to have another downfield playmaker, but that doesn't fit Blake Bortles' strengths. Chris Simms: Sam Darnold is the fifth best quarterback By Josh Edwards Apr 2, 2018 0 Chris Simms spent eight seasons playing in the NFL with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos and. First, a reminder that Simms is pretty good at this stuff. Name another coach to squander a double digit lead in a Championship game after 56 minutes? The hype has been building at a rapid pace since Lawrence's outstanding freshman season back in 2017. Prescott I simply can't look at the remaining quarterback prospects and see any of them as a guaranteed franchise QB. This is why it's Derwin James all the way here for me. Great in the pocket, makes Top 10 QB high-end plays, and ditched some no-risk-it-no-biscuit bad habits. 10. 4. Miller is great in pass protection, and while he needs to work on his pad level in run blocking, he has tons of upside. August 23, 2018 at 2:54 pm, I was replying to one of your fellow clowns who said Phil Simms has had one great game in his life He's fun, has a great personality and is a marketing executive's dream. The event will be held at Union Station, which is located near the citys World War I Museum and Memorial. So far, Simms has revealed his highly anticipated list of the top 5 quarterback prospects, wide receivers, cornerbacks, running backs, and more. 3. Pittsburgh has a massive hole at middle linebacker, left after Ryan Shazier went down. He's like Michael Vick. [I've] seen him throw the touch. This is a no-brainer pick for the Tennessee Titans. Now, McGlinchey might not be ready to be an NFL left tackle right away. Learn how your comment data is processed. Draft week is an exciting time in the NFL. However, consensus has been hard to come by with regard to the dual-threat talent. Theres certainly some distance between the quality of #1 to #3. Great point. Each athlete receiving the necessary number of votes, by position, is then extended an invitation., RELATED: 2023 NFL draft order is set: Bears draft first and Chiefs last. : NFL_Draft 42 Posted by u/Crossfire213 3 days ago Chris Simms Position Rankings through the years. Patricia is a defensive coach, and he's going to want his defense to look good in his first year. Carr Any fool who thinks Phil Simms is not a Top 50 all time QB is either 12 yrs old or as clueless about the NFL as a rock. The biggest miss here is somehow nobody has told Simms that you dont button the top button of a shirt unless youre wearing a tie. , Watch HERE: https://t.co/slMluF62PX pic.twitter.com/pfPlPyi02i, Sunday Night Football on NBC (@SNFonNBC) May 27, 2022, He has the talent to be in the Top 15. I don't like the idea of drafting a 6'1" quarterback who runs a 4.84-second 40-yard dash in the top 10. However, general manager Bob Quinn and new head coach Matt Patricia both came from the New England Patriots, and I don't believe they value the running back position enough to take one here. That's why I'd take Tremaine Edmunds from Virginia Tech. Sure, but the quarterback position isn't set for the long term, and Jackson is the signal-caller with the most upside in the draft. But of course Vikings fans and Pats fans know more about QBs than Chris Simms who played the position and learned the position from his father who happens to be one of the Top 50 QBs ever. Press J to jump to the feed. August 23, 2018 at 11:46 am You must be logged in to leave a comment. August 23, 2018 at 11:33 am. Josh Rosen : r/nfl 5 yr. ago by ShamrockShaman Raiders Chris Simms Rankings of the 2018 QB Draft Class: 1.) NBC analyst and former NFL quarterback Chris Simms releases his quarterback rankings each year ahead of every draft, and he has weighed in with his top five for 2022 ahead of the Thursday's first . For a team that's a little soft in the middle of the defense, James would add a lot. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved, Some of his pro comparisons are outrageous, also have Wilson above Lawrence on draft boards, Ryan Phillips is responsible for that sort of thing at The Big Lead, an entire feature video for Bleacher Report. ICYMI 2022 NFL Draft order: Complete list of every pick from Round 1 through Round 7, Quarterbacks 21 to 40 in the @CSimmsQB top 40 QB countdown. While Daniels primarily played center in college, he did play some guard and appears willing to play the position in the NFL. 11. 1 overall quarterback on his board entering the 2018 draft. Book it. This is why it makes sense to add Iowa's James Daniels. 5. Rodgers Mahomes Goff Brees. People talk about his accuracy, but his pass-protection was poor, and he had the worst talent around him of any of these guys but hes got the biggest upside of anyone in the class. His throwing motion has to be the most hideous thing in the NFL, but it works for him.