ALF Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 (edited) Philadelphia Eagles: Geno Smith, QB, West Virginia This is not the surprise pick I promised on Twitter (@walterfootball), but I am going with Geno Smith to the Eagles. It's no secret Philadelphia has serious interest in Smith. Sal Paolantonio first spoke of it on 97.5 the Fanatic. "From what I'm hearing the Eagles are serous about Geno Smith and it's not a smokescreen. They're dead serious," he said. The Eagles then sent their entire contingent to West Virginia's Pro Day. I might as well capitalize ENTIRE because owner Jeffrey Lurie was there too. Lurie has only visited one draft prospect as the Eagles' head boss. That was Donovan McNabb. The Eagles' interest in Smith shouldn't be a surprise. They need a quarterback - the current starter will be around for only one year, while Nick Foles doesn't fit the offense - and Smith would be perfect in Chip Kelly's scheme. http://walterfootbal...m/draft2013.php Oakland could still take a QB rd1 , with Fylnn as insurance till rookie is ready. I don't think Drew Stafford will be the answer for AZ. Edited March 29, 2013 by independent
OldTimer1960 Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 ah, yes, all these teams that have f'ed up their qb situations getting vets are getting more vets. clearly proof that we shouldnt take a qb. oakland going from carson to flynn kc from cassell to smith arizona from kolb to hopefully palmer Thanks for the snarky comments, but there is at least some reason to think that their moves are motivated by them not liking the rookies available. All of those teams are in position to take whichever rookie QB they want and the Chiefs (and it appears others) are opting for retread vets over those rookies.
Meark Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 I am guessing the Bills have snowed you all.. The Bills are going to draft Ryan Nassib at #8.. just got that feeling.
NoSaint Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 (edited) Thanks for the snarky comments, but there is at least some reason to think that their moves are motivated by them not liking the rookies available. All of those teams are in position to take whichever rookie QB they want and the Chiefs (and it appears others) are opting for retread vets over those rookies. my point was these are franchise that are picking where they are because they have done this before. if anything - look at what the raiders and cardinals are doing at qb and do the complete opposite! Edited March 29, 2013 by NoSaint
OldTimer1960 Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 my point was these are franchise that are picking where they are because they have done this before. if anything - look at what the raiders and cardinals are doing at qb and do the complete opposite. I get that, and to some extent, there is some credence to your point. However, do you really believe that they would pass on Smith/Barkley, etc if they thought any of these rookie QBs had a good shot at becoming a very good pro? They do have the perfect shot at drafting one of them. Sorry, I didn't mean to be a dweeb with my response.
NoSaint Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 I get that, and to some extent, there is some credence to your point. However, do you really believe that they would pass on Smith/Barkley, etc if they thought any of these rookie QBs had a good shot at becoming a very good pro? They do have the perfect shot at drafting one of them. Sorry, I didn't mean to be a dweeb with my response. its all good, and sorry if i was snarky. but no, i dont trust andy reids evaluations. hes gotten good qb play, but i cant say hes made great qb choices if that makes sense arizona has been a trainwreck of qbs oakland, though may be different with the new regime, has been a wasteland of bad choices too though. so if those 3 are in agreement, it doesnt give me a ton of pause yet. im not as big a nix hater as most but if he passed on a player would that give you a ton of second thoughts, picking behind him or would you go with your own opinion still because he hasnt shown he can make a smart qb choice yet? we needed one and passed on plenty of good ones.
1billsfan Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 I am guessing the Bills have snowed you all.. The Bills are going to draft Ryan Nassib at #8.. just got that feeling. I just threw up in my mouth at the thought.
Buffaloed in Pa Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 True, but if some peoples grades on this years college crop are correct. What does a team that puts winning or at least trying to improve as a primary goal really have to lose? other than cash? Yeah it really must be a bad class. Unsure myself.
NoSaint Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 True, but if some peoples grades on this years college crop are correct. What does a team that puts winning or at least trying to improve as a primary goal really have to lose? other than cash? the draft picks? and cash? both needing to be used wisely if you want to win
Kellyto83TD Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 I am guessing the Bills have snowed you all.. The Bills are going to draft Ryan Nassib at #8.. just got that feeling. Same. And for the BILLS It makes the most sense. All of these guys are about equal, but Nassib knows the staff, they know him, he knows the offense etc.
Kellyto83TD Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 Geno to Jags or Philly, no way he lands in Buffalo if we stay at #8
NoSaint Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 Same. And for the BILLS It makes the most sense. All of these guys are about equal, but Nassib knows the staff, they know him, he knows the offense etc. they arent all about equal....
Buffaloed in Pa Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 the draft picks? and cash? both needing to be used wisely if you want to win Yeah we`ve seen enough of this not done right. Geno to Jags or Philly, no way he lands in Buffalo if we stay at #8 That`s for sure. Is he worth trading up for ??
NickelCity Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 Will the Cardinals or Browns take Barkley is a (perhaps more) relevant question.
Buffaloed in Pa Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 Will the Cardinals or Browns take Barkley is a (perhaps more) relevant question. Cards showing interest in Palmer is what`s being kicked around
stinky finger Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 Will the Cardinals or Browns take Barkley is a (perhaps more) relevant question. Here's to hoping that one of them will.
NickelCity Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 Cards showing interest in Palmer is what`s being kicked around I wonder if the two are mutually exclusive.
Malazan Posted March 29, 2013 Posted March 29, 2013 True, but if some peoples grades on this years college crop are correct. What does a team that puts winning or at least trying to improve as a primary goal really have to lose? other than cash? If you want to win at all costs. You take a later round QB and tank the season. You cut out the rot and rebuild. You can't build over bad foundation.
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