Ok, finally a mid round QB I can get behind (along with Garoppolo if he falls to round 3/4) if Dave passes on the big 3 QBs. Anyone who likes Manziel will love Smith. They are extremely similar stylistically but Smith is a fair amount bigger, with better arm talent, and has somewhat better judgement (though he isn't great there either). He was also surrounded by literally the worst talent, especially oline, I have ever seen too, save for Herron who is pretty decent.
Seriously, Smith is flat out better than Manziel not to mention he will be discounted several rounds lower.
Here is his draftbreakdown page, his big profile games against Texas and Nebraska are outstanding and the rest show lots of flashes too (especially Hawaii which unfortunately doesn't have a cutup):
http://draftbreakdown.com/players/brett-smith/
Here is a quick post Brugler did for CBS where he said basically what I did but obviously much more in depth:
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-d...or-the-nfl
He's the definition of a developmental prospect. He would benefit greatly learning from the bench behind a veteran QB for a year or two.
Quote:He's the definition of a developmental prospect. He would benefit greatly learning from the bench behind a veteran QB for a year or two.
If we could get him as a 3rd day QB after selecting one earlier in the draft thats fine with me.
Quote:He's the definition of a developmental prospect. He would benefit greatly learning from the bench behind a veteran QB for a year or two.
Yes of course, he's not a day 1 starter. He's a mid rounder like I said, but one where the value and upside should match well. He probably won't be the answer long term for anyone, but he has more than a punchers chance (I'd give him a 20% chance of being a franchise QB) at rising past the QB purgatory realm.
As far as sleeper prospects go, I like James Franklin from Mizzou. He'd be more highly thought of if he didn't have such a bad injury history.
Quote:Ok, finally a mid round QB I can get behind (along with Garoppolo if he falls to round 3/4) if Dave passes on the big 3 QBs. Anyone who likes Manziel will love Smith. They are extremely similar stylistically but Smith is a fair amount bigger, with better arm talent, and has somewhat better judgement (though he isn't great there either). He was also surrounded by literally the worst talent, especially oline, I have ever seen too, save for Herron who is pretty decent.
Seriously, Smith is flat out better than Manziel not to mention he will be discounted several rounds lower.
Here is his draftbreakdown page, his big profile games against Texas and Nebraska are outstanding and the rest show lots of flashes too (especially Hawaii which unfortunately doesn't have a cutup):
http://draftbreakdown.com/players/brett-smith/
Here is a quick post Brugler did for CBS where he said basically what I did but obviously much more in depth:
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-d...or-the-nfl
I have had an eye on Wyoming for the past two years. I reached a conclusion that Brett Smith is a rookie free agent talent.
The pro scout eyes will all be on his team mate WR Robert Herron. He's a LA Dorsey High product. He will get noticed at the Senior Bowl. He will have a bombastically good time at the Scouting Combine raising eyebrows with his zip speed. He will contend for fastest man in the 2014 NFL Draft...and he's NOT a track guy. Super smooth hands.
The problem with Herron is this...he, like five-sixths of the current Jaguars' receiving corps, is too small (lacks practical durability) to play outside. That means Bob will have to find a career as a NFL slot receiver.
Same goes for Cowboys' other WR, Dominic Rufran, who was every bit as dependable catching the football this year.
He certainly is an intriguing prospect. I don't know alot about him other than what I have read and highlights. But it sounds like he could go in round 2-3. Not saying I want him here but that some team will fall in love with his skill set.
What successful NFL quarterbacks had a losing record as a starter in college?
Quote:He certainly is an intriguing prospect. I don't know alot about him other than what I have read and highlights. But it sounds like he could go in round 2-3. Not saying I want him here but that some team will fall in love with his skill set.
Yeah my draftnik friends agree that right now he is probably a late day 2 pick. Unfortunately, I don't even like the value too much if he's taken with our pick in the 60s, and it sounds like he will be gone by our 4th rounders.
Him and Carr are great fits for Fischs offense. We have 3 5ths so I'd be open to using one of them for him.
When Wyoming fired their coach I had a feeling he'd consider going pro.
Quote:When Wyoming fired their coach I had a feeling he'd consider going pro.
Then why didn't you say/ post that then?
OOps, goes the HeeRo.
Quote:Then why didn't you say/ post that then?
OOps, goes the HeeRo.
Sup clown. No horrible takes today? How about those flip floppings?
Quote:Sup clown. No horrible takes today? How about those flip floppings?
Nope. How about you? Any new usernames today? Or hate on Bridgewater for reasons other than his ability?.... Or odd stalker-like love for Carr??
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Quote:What successful NFL quarterbacks had a losing record as a starter in college?
Seriously? John Elway, for one.
Quote:Seriously? John Elway, for one.
I saw something that since 2000 the only first round QB's with losing records in college were JP Losman, Patrick Ramsey, Kyle Boller, Jay Cutler and Jake Locker.