Ward flashes "Mahomes-like escapability" with a big arm. Sanders? He's "a worker" after Dad's hard coaching. Yet, both also bring red flags. Bob McGinn has the intel on all 2025 QB prospects inside.
Tyler, this is absolutely awesome. I saw the right up on Milroe and since I’m a Bama fan ( lifelong love) I’d say it’s spot on except the running part. Did he just watch the Michigan game? When Jalen plants that foot he is gone. Just gone. If he can ever get the mid throws down he would be unreal but I’m not sure he can. His deep ball is a thing of beauty. I’ve seen every play of his career and he certainly played better his junior year than last year. I’d say he had a hard time with the coaching change. He loved Saban. He can take hard coaching as both his parents are in or retired military. I’d take a flier on him. I’m also intrigued by Dart and McChord. I’m a big no on Sanders. I just am not in love with his body of work. When he played against real teams his numbers aren’t great. Hunter made him a lot better too. Ward will be out of the league in 4 years. To me there isn’t a round 1 grade on any of these QB’s. As a Giants fan I’d be all over Carter or Hunter. If they take Carter they can let the bust Thibideax walk. Hunter obviously gives them maybe the best CB in the NFL? Def top 3. I also really like Warren. Seeing what Bowers did last year with no QB and Warren might be just as good. He wouldn’t be picked over Carter or Hunter though. The Giants obviously see there’s no QB in this draft which is why they signed Wilson and Winston. They have to think they are pushing for Manning next year. I don’t know if Schoen and Dabs will be there though. Looking at the body of work so far doesn’t inspire confidence.
Do Wonderlic scores factor in the evaluation of quarterbacks? If yes, why aren't they listed with other stats?
Talked to a coach last week who said guys aren't taking the Wonderlic/S2. There are other IQ tests administered but it's very hit or miss.
Planning on doing a post-series podcast with Bob. So we'll definitely get into this. I'm sure he'll have more insight.
Q: Does a player get drafted higher than he’s rated because a team has a need?
A: Yes. Every year.
Q: Does it happen even when the GM follows a best player available philosophy?
A: Yes. Every year.
Q: Can the NFL’s 500+ scouts and personnel people all miss on the same player?
A: Yes. Every year.
Q: Tom Brady wasn’t drafted until the 6th round, yet he is the GOAT. Are there other Tom Brady’s out there?
A: Yes. Every year.
Q: Statistically would an NFL team improve their QB room if they drafted 7 QB’s in one draft year?
A: Yes.
Q: Every year?
A: That’s a stupid question.
Dart a better athlete than Milroe?
Tyler, this is absolutely awesome. I saw the right up on Milroe and since I’m a Bama fan ( lifelong love) I’d say it’s spot on except the running part. Did he just watch the Michigan game? When Jalen plants that foot he is gone. Just gone. If he can ever get the mid throws down he would be unreal but I’m not sure he can. His deep ball is a thing of beauty. I’ve seen every play of his career and he certainly played better his junior year than last year. I’d say he had a hard time with the coaching change. He loved Saban. He can take hard coaching as both his parents are in or retired military. I’d take a flier on him. I’m also intrigued by Dart and McChord. I’m a big no on Sanders. I just am not in love with his body of work. When he played against real teams his numbers aren’t great. Hunter made him a lot better too. Ward will be out of the league in 4 years. To me there isn’t a round 1 grade on any of these QB’s. As a Giants fan I’d be all over Carter or Hunter. If they take Carter they can let the bust Thibideax walk. Hunter obviously gives them maybe the best CB in the NFL? Def top 3. I also really like Warren. Seeing what Bowers did last year with no QB and Warren might be just as good. He wouldn’t be picked over Carter or Hunter though. The Giants obviously see there’s no QB in this draft which is why they signed Wilson and Winston. They have to think they are pushing for Manning next year. I don’t know if Schoen and Dabs will be there though. Looking at the body of work so far doesn’t inspire confidence.
I wouldn't underestimate any young man who has been mentored his entire life by a dedicated successful father.