IF We Take A QB At #10...Who Do You Want?

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I'm digging through the vault and watching game tape from this past season. I'm still really sold on Ponder. Tremendous pocket presence, underrated arm. His delivery can be a bit awkward though

But as for the guys likely to be taken in the 1st round, I'm less impressed with Mallet. He doesn't handle pressure as well as I'd thought he would and his balance looks off, particularly when hurried

Watching Locker next

I don't feel like Mallett does any one thing better than any other QB in this draft...but as a complete package near the back end of the first round, I think you could do worse. I think it's very difficult to develop a quarterback who plays like a statue, but Mallett would benefit from a timing offense that allows him to get the ball out quick when he feels pressure.

I don't think I'd take him before Ponder, though.

[DCtoAZ]

Newton is on a rocket ship and it's headed right for DC ... i change my opinion on this guy on a day to day basis

[skinsfaninok]

Originally Posted by DCtoAZ

Newton is on a rocket ship and it's headed right for DC ... i change my opinion on this guy on a day to day basis

I do also lol Actually I wouldn't mind drafting him SHIT why not?? This team needs a Young Star to come in and have high expectations

[FRPLG]

Rather than draft Newton I'd rather wait and draft Tyrod Taylor in the 4th round. I watched enough of both this year. They're the same player. Newton is taller. Tyrod is more experienced. That's it.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

Rather than draft Newton I'd rather wait and draft Tyrod Taylor in the 4th round. I watched enough of both this year. They're the same player. Newton is taller. Tyrod is more experienced. That's it.

And where is this 4th round pick coming from? The draft fairy?

[skinsfaninok]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

And where is this 4th round pick coming from? The draft fairy?

Some folks really need to look before they ramble on :smashfrea

[FRPLG]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

And where is this 4th round pick coming from? The draft fairy?

Haha...it was less of an actual idea than a point.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

Haha...it was less of an actual idea than a point.

Damnit. I was hoping we'd engage in a Gut-Tripp battle. But you can't even humor me there

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Damnit. I was hoping we'd engage in a Gut-Tripp battle. But you can't even humor me there

I'd like to go 6,000 words on the existence and role of the draft fairy, but only if you'll oblige.

[SkinzWin]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

And where is this 4th round pick coming from? The draft fairy?

I'll tell you where. Via ___________________ in a draft day trade of either McNabb or Haynesworth for a 4th round pick. Tyrod Taylor in B & G?

I have also been saying I DO NOT want Cam Newton. I still think I don't but I feel like I may be on the verge of starting to talk myself into it. As far as raw skill and upside, Newton is most likely at the top of the list. However, as we have seen, that doesn't always translate into a winning QB, and that is what scares me about drafting him. It is one of those big risk/big reward type of picks. You could win big or bust big with this pick.

[44ever]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

And where is this 4th round pick coming from? The draft fairy?

Ummmmmm, yeaaaaa Where else???

[skinsfaninok]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

Rather than draft Newton I'd rather wait and draft Tyrod Taylor in the 4th round. I watched enough of both this year. They're the same player. Newton is taller. Tyrod is more experienced. That's it.

LMAO now thats funny... Good Joke man

[FRPLG]

Originally Posted by skinsfaninok

LMAO now thats funny... Good Joke man

It's no joke. Cam Newton is no NFL QB. Put it down. I kept trying all season to see him as a better version of Vince Young. One with a better head. All I saw was an athletic kid on a crazy talented team who'll get eaten alive in the NFL where he isn't nearly the athlete nor the passer Vick was when he came out.

[wilsowilso]

I've decided to go with Locker. He might be a bit risky for #10 overall, but he is one of the top five college passers I have ever seen throwing on the run and he isn't afraid to target covered receivers a la Drew Brees(the best I have ever seen in this regard).

No matter how well a cb covers in the NFL an elite qb can set up the receiver to win the battle a vast majority of the time.

Most NFL qb's don't target covered receivers a la Jason Campbell. The reason is that their brains don't function fast enough and or they are pussies and or they just don't have the elite qb gene. I think this guy might have it.

He also has size, ridiculous speed and a big arm.

He fits the system.

I say go for it Shanahan.

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by wilsowilso

I've decided to go with Locker. He might be a bit risky for #10 overall, but he is one of the top five college passers I have ever seen on the run and he isn't afraid to target covered receivers a la Drew Brees(the best I have ever seen in this regard).

No matter how well a cb covers in the NFL an elite qb can set up the receiver to win the battle a vast majority of the time.

Most NFL qb's don't target covered receivers a la Jason Campbell. The reason is the are pussies and don't have the elite qb gene. I think this guy might have it.

He also has size, ridiculous speed and a big arm.

I say go for it Shanahan.

Locker does throw really well on the run and across his body. It's just that I loathe his pocket ability, or lack thereof.