Top NFL QB Prospects for 2018

[BuffaloHokie13]

 

Jacob Hollister is now a New England Patriot.

Screw him and his overpriced jeans.

[Kirby Jackson]

They'll need a lot more then that to move up enough to land a top QB.

 

How is this seasons feel different then the past 20 years?😂

 

Outside of 2003, 2004 and 2015 I haven't felt optimistic going into any Bills season over the past 18 years or so.

I don't think so. This draft will have 4-5 guys that were as good as the 2017 guys. They'll have to get to about 10 to make sure that they land one.

[GunnerBill]

I don't think so. This draft will have 4-5 guys that were as good as the 2017 guys.

 

I'd still be genuinely shocked if that is true.

 

I can see it having 2 maybe at a push 3 who are better than the 2017 guys. I just can not see this draft having 4 or 5 top end Quarterback prospects. The 2017 class was not 2013. It is not a class where anyone semi competent will be better than them.

Edited June 15, 2017 by GunnerBill

[Kirby Jackson]

The difference with 2018 and most years is there's probably up to 8 guys now that could be considered 1st rounders. That recruiting class was one of the best QB classes ever. Some will rise, some will fall and some will come out of nowhere. We are starting so far ahead of where we usually are. I wouldn't be at all surprised to see 6 1st round QBs next year. I've seen the following guys pegged as 1st rounders in different places: Allen, Darnold, Rosen, Rudolph, Browning, Falk, Jackson, Stidham, Francois, Fitzgerald, and a few others. We are starting with a far bigger prospect pool.

 

I'd still be genuinely shocked if that is true.

 

I can see it having 2 maybe at a push 3 who are better than the 2017 guys. I just can not see this draft having 4 or 5 top end Quarterback prospects. The 2017 class was not 2013. It is not a class where anyone semi competent will be better than them.

That recruiting class was so strong. This group is LOADED. The depth is what separates it. The top guys this year I guess would have been in the mix but the 3 of them would have probably been ranked behind the top 3 here and anywhere from 4-10 or so depending on the scout. They are in that tier with Rudolph, Falk, and Jackson. It really is personal preference at that point. I will bet that Darnold, Allen and Rosen have higher grades than any guy in 2017.

[JohnC]

The difference with 2018 and most years is there's probably up to 8 guys now that could be considered 1st rounders. That recruiting class was one of the best QB classes ever. Some will rise, some will fall and some will come out of nowhere. We are starting so far ahead of where we usually are. I wouldn't be at all surprised to see 6 1st round QBs next year. I've seen the following guys pegged as 1st rounders in different places: Allen, Darnold, Rosen, Rudolph, Browning, Falk, Jackson, Stidham, Francois, Fitzgerald, and a few others. We are starting with a far bigger prospect pool.

That recruiting class was so strong. This group is LOADED. The depth is what separates it. The top guys this year I guess would have been in the mix but the 3 of them would have probably been ranked behind the top 3 here and anywhere from 4-10 or so depending on the scout. They are in that tier with Rudolph, Falk, and Jackson. It really is personal preference at that point. I will bet that Darnold, Allen and Rosen have higher grades than any guy in 2017.

With respect to the highlighted segment the three qbs you referenced might have higher grades than this year's draft class but that doesn't mean that the Bills will be in a position to select one of them. KC and Houston traded up to get their qb this year while the Bills dealt themselves out of a position to select one of the two remaining qbs (Watson and Mahommes) with first round grades on them. Even the the dithering Whaley was willing to take the plunge. He lacked the authority to act.

 

Only time will tell whether the Bills were right in their strategy to wait another year to scan the hopefully more appealing market. What we do know for sure is that good qb prospects are prized, and becoming more valued as time passes. What the Bills' History should illustrate is that waiting for a better opportunity when a good opportunity is available is like chasing a ghost. When you have a pattern of failure and you decide to continue to do what you have always do then the result is predictable.

[Blokestradamus]

I've seen the following guys pegged as 1st rounders in different places: Allen, Darnold, Rosen, Rudolph, Browning, Falk, Jackson, Stidham, Francois, Fitzgerald, and a few others. We are starting with a far bigger prospect pool.

 

That's not even including the GAWD of being cop speared Baker Mayfield.

 

Although I'd probably say that Browning & Fitzgerald can absolutely get all the !@#$ing way out of that discussion

[BuffaloHokie13]

The difference with 2018 and most years is there's probably up to 8 guys now that could be considered 1st rounders. That recruiting class was one of the best QB classes ever. Some will rise, some will fall and some will come out of nowhere. We are starting so far ahead of where we usually are. I wouldn't be at all surprised to see 6 1st round QBs next year. I've seen the following guys pegged as 1st rounders in different places: Allen, Darnold, Rosen, Rudolph, Browning, Falk, Jackson, Stidham, Francois, Fitzgerald, and a few others. We are starting with a far bigger prospect pool.

That recruiting class was so strong. This group is LOADED. The depth is what separates it. The top guys this year I guess would have been in the mix but the 3 of them would have probably been ranked behind the top 3 here and anywhere from 4-10 or so depending on the scout. They are in that tier with Rudolph, Falk, and Jackson. It really is personal preference at that point. I will bet that Darnold, Allen and Rosen have higher grades than any guy in 2017.

This is my biggest issue currently with talking 2018 Draft QBs. I bolded the underclassmen on your list. None of them have to come out.

[Kirby Jackson]

With respect to the highlighted segment the three qbs you referenced might have higher grades than this year's draft class but that doesn't mean that the Bills will be in a position to select one of them. KC and Houston traded up to get their qb this year while the Bills dealt themselves out of a position to select one of the two remaining qbs (Watson and Mahommes) with first round grades on them. Even the the dithering Whaley was willing to take the plunge. He lacked the authority to act.

 

Only time will tell whether the Bills were right in their strategy to wait another year to scan the hopefully more appealing market. What we do know for sure is that good qb prospects are prized, and becoming more valued as time passes. What the Bills' History should illustrate is that waiting for a better opportunity when a good opportunity is available is like chasing a ghost. When you have a pattern of failure and you decide to continue to do what you have always do then the result is predictable.

They may have to trade up but should have the ammo to do that. I don't know if they can get high enough to get those guys but should be able to get to 8-10. The guys going there will be on par with the QBs this year.

 

My guess is that the Bills are picking about 10th and the Chiefs 20th. This is obviously subject to change. The Chiefs and Bills both had a point differential in the top 9 (if you throw out the EJ start). That probably doesn't bode well for early picks but things change. I see the Bills in the neighborhood of .500 (shocking) and the Chiefs around 10 wins.

This is my biggest issue currently with talking 2018 Draft QBs. I bolded the underclassmen on your list. None of them have to come out.

Yep, and that is fair. What usually happens is the ones that will go early come out and the ones that have faded will stay. That certainly is a factor.

 

That's not even including the GAWD of being cop speared Baker Mayfield.

 

Although I'd probably say that Browning & Fitzgerald can absolutely get all the !@#$ing way out of that discussion

I knew that I'd forget some guys!! I'm not a Browning fan but for some reason I kind of like Fitzgerald. His team is trash.

[Blokestradamus]

I knew that I'd forget some guys!! I'm not a Browning fan but for some reason I kind of like Fitzgerald. His team is trash.

 

Fitzgerald is my long-shot Heisman candidate. Just not sure he's pro-QB calibre just yet. I wonder if there's a Dak after-effect where a team takes a shot on him because "What If?"

 

Stidham & Francois are the guys that can really shape the depth of the class. Can't see either declaring unless they have ridiculous years.

 

On a personal note, I would've had all 4 top guys from '17 above Allen and Rudolph (assessing them from 2016). Luke Falk would've pressed Kizer as QB2.

[Kirby Jackson]

 

Fitzgerald is my long-shot Heisman candidate. Just not sure he's pro-QB calibre just yet. I wonder if there's a Dak after-effect where a team takes a shot on him because "What If?"

 

Stidham & Francois are the guys that can really shape the depth of the class. Can't see either declaring unless they have ridiculous years.

 

On a personal note, I would've had all 4 top guys from '17 above Allen and Rudolph (assessing them from 2016). Luke Falk would've pressed Kizer as QB2.

I could definitely see Stidham declaring after a good year. It's been a wild ride for him in college.

 

In terms of Fitzgerald I can't shake that Texas A&M game. He was so dominant.

 

How would you rank the 2018 QBs as of today?

[Blokestradamus]

How would you rank the 2018 QBs as of today?

 

Really not got into the class as much as I intended to for one reason or another. The guys I've watched enough of to feel comfortable:

 

1. Baker Mayfield (subject to physical thresholds being met)

2. Luke Falk

3. Mason Rudolph

4. Josh Allen

5. JT Barrett

 

I'll get through Darnold, Rosen, Francois, Mike White, Austin Allen, Logan Woodside at some point before CFB starts. Maybe a few others if DB puts up some more videos.

[GunnerBill]

 

5. JT Barrett

 

 

. Not draftable.

[Blokestradamus]

. Not draftable.

 

If CJ Beathard got drafted.......

 

I actually like him as a running back convert at the next level. Without improvement this year, clear UDFA as a passer.

[YoloinOhio]

 

If CJ Beathard got drafted.......

 

I actually like him as a running back convert at the next level. Without improvement this year, clear UDFA as a passer.

too slow to play RB imo. He should pursue coaching.

[Kirby Jackson]

Barrett isn't draftable IMO. I love his leadership but he is not a pro QB.

[thebandit27]

Mason Rudolph on Blokes' list?

 

He's my 2018 Paxton Lynch

[Blokestradamus]

too slow to play RB imo. He should pursue coaching.

 

I think if he trained a little more for speed, he'd be okay. Not a speed merchant but sub 4.6.

 

He's got some balance, vision and power to him. Traits that I look for. As a passer, he's not the prospect Kenny Guiton was.

Mason Rudolph on Blokes' list?

 

He's my 2018 Paxton Lynch

 

I mean, I've watched him

 

Under my 2017 grading system, probably talking a mid/late 3rd. Similar with Allen. In that Lynch territory.

[YoloinOhio]

 

I think if he trained a little more for speed, he'd be okay. Not a speed merchant but sub 4.6.

 

He's got some balance, vision and power to him. Traits that I look for. As a passer, he's not the prospect Kenny Guiton was.

I don't know. He's always been slow. His game is more gaining yards out of sheer will. I think it's a stretch to think he will ever play in the NFL at any position. He will be a GA here next year. Should have started the gig this year 🤐 Edited June 15, 2017 by YoloinOhio

[K D]

Rosen looks like Aaron Rodgers and Darnold looks like Phillip Rivers. interested in watching more of them this year to see how they develop. i hope we have some good scouts in LA

[Blokestradamus]

I don't know. He's always been slow. His game is more gaining yards out of sheer will. I think it's a stretch to think he will ever play in the NFL at any position. He will be a GA here next year. Should have started the gig this year

 

A site that's pretty solid with 40 data has his high 40 time as 4.62. I could live with that.

 

We're talking about a camp invite, didn't put him up there with Saquon