Previously a college football reporter for CBSSports.com. Theres no Desmond Ridder on the Raiders roster. After re-inventing himself with Seattle, Smith could return to the place it all started with a chance to make good on the sky-high potential that led Gang Green to draft him nine years ago. Youre starting to feel the time crunch a little bit, Schoen said. Jones being more durable with better protecting and playmaking personnel is one big part of the equation. But the Jaguars really do like Minshew, whose 3.5 touchdown-to-interception ratio topped all rookies. "But Murray is different [from Baker] because the offense he plays in suits his skill set, the spread, predominantly in the gun, and he's played in it -- and he's got Nuk," the exec said, referring to Hopkins by his nickname. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Don't be surprised if he plays well in camp and makes things interesting.". The ground game features a potential up-and-coming star in Rachaad White. "He's got some magic to him." While Jones may be pricyhe reportedly wants $45 million a year on his new deal, per PFT's Mike Florioand may not ever become a Hall of Fame-caliber signal-caller, he's a dynamic player with scrambling abilities and creativity that allowed the team to overcome a lack of high-end wideouts. The calculation is simple: normalize the two numbers into the same scale (from 0-to-100) and then average the two for a combined forecast. Kyler Murray discusses the next steps in his maturation as an NFL quarterback, plus the confidence he has in the Cardinals competing in the NFC West. Running back Leonard Fournette and receiver DJ Chark can be top-tier players for stretches of a season. 2 overall and would be wise to move on from the young signal-caller after an abysmal sophomore season. 1 overall picks typically have better careers than quarterbacks taken lower in the draft, even those in the top half of the first round like Jones and Haskins. Just growing and continue to grow.". That failure to get the best out of Jones cost Shurmur and Shula their jobs, with Joe Judge and former Cowboys offensive-minded coach Jason Garrett as their respective replacements. Daniel Jones draft, revisited: Why Giants QB is on the brink of being a big 2019 NFL Draft bust Vinnie Iyer 7 min read The first-round of the 2019 NFL Draft has 4 overall pick Andrew Thomas may be turning a corner in Year 2 to help at left tackle, he also wasn't there when Jones arrived. Here's who Spielman had: C.J. The Ravens should lock up their incumbent starting quarterback to a long-term deal well before he has a chance to hit the open market. 1-caliber wide receiver capable of winning consistently. Murray might not be a consensus top-10 quarterback in 2020, but he's coming. Although the two never found success together in their first stopAllen was canned after an 0-4 start to Carr's rookie seasonthe pairing could bear fruit this time around. Jimmy Garoppolo is one of the more intriguing free agent quarterbacks available right now. With hulking size, a big arm and rugged mobility, Richardson routinely draws one particular NFL comp. When we run the same analysis using passing efficiency as measured by EPA Murray separates himself from the other rookies. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. There may not be many superstar quarterbacks available this offseason, but there are several impact talents set to hit the open market next month. There's been a glaring lack of continuity all across the line with the reshuffling at both tackles and center, an equal critical positionfor a young QB. While there is still a chance Davis Mills evolves into a serviceable starter, the second-year quarterback underwhelmed last season and will likely drive Houston to select a prized prospect near the top of the 2023 draft. But not many draft picks would have thrived in Washington's unsteady setup last year, with internal discord about who actually wanted to draft Haskins 15th overall. Not every team would be a great fit, however, and these quarterbacks may want to consider more than just the contract they are offered when making their decision on where to sign. According to PFT's Peter King, the team "probably" isn't too interested in Carr either, but depending on how the rest of the free-agency dominos fall, he may make the most sense for the organization in the near-term. 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Jones struggled more as a rookie in terms of efficiency, posting the third-lowest EPA per dropback (-0.12) of any quarterback with at least 200 dropbacks (35). It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. New York is in deep negotiations with QB Daniel Jones, looking to extend the 25-year-old and solidify him as their franchise quarterback. This article first appeared onEmpire Sports Mediaand was syndicated with permission. With that in mind, here are three best fitsranked in orderfor each of this year's top free-agent quarterbacks: The Falcons may have expended a third-round pick for Desmond Ridder last year, but the jury is still out on the Cincinnati product's long-term viability after a rocky rookie season. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/draft/free/stories, at How will New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, the No. It also will be nice to have Barkley not limited coming back from his knee injuryand seeing closer to 25 touches a game vs.only a dozen. Hes incredible in the areas Levis and Richardson struggle withhe knows how to throw the appropriate ball, with the right touch and timing. Beyond 2017 NFL Draft, new QBs such as Daniel Jones overtaking Bears Mitch Trubisky Eight quarterbacks from the 2017, 18 and 19 draft classes have a higher passer rating than Trubisky. Minshew will try to avoid being part of the unholy Jaguars trinity along with prior top-10 picks Blaine Gabbert and Blake Bortles, who occupy roughly the same spot on the plot. He's listed at 6-foot, 194 pounds on Alabama's website, but could measure in differently at the NFL Combine. His anticipation and the way he throws the ball and he throws receivers open. "I trained for everything, so I'm trying to showcase what I'm able to do.". He's a runner. "I wanna be like Patrick Mahomes, I wanna be like Tom Brady -- I wanna be one of the greats, you know, I will be one of the greats because I'm willing to work that hard and get to that point.". Jones would present an intriguing option for the Falcons. There have been a few flashes with big passes and big runs, but the proficiency and the efficiency have not been there. In the 2019 draft, three quarterbacks were selected in the first round: Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray at first overall, Daniel Jones at No. 1-caliber WR, revamp secondary - CBSSports.com NFL Draft Mock Drafts Prospect The shaky protection, the limited targets and toggling between backs also made Jones take off andrun more than ideal as the team's second-leading rusher. McDaniels would be able to truly open the playbook and install one of the league's more explosive offenses with a quarterback as uniquely talented as Jackson under center. Jeremy Fowler polled a panel of more than 50 coaches, execs, scouts and players to come up with top-10 rankings for 2020: QB | RB | TE | WR | OT A lot of people say I have a big arm, and I do believe so, but you can't just muscle the ball around all day -- that's not gonna work. There was a total system breakdown again and Jones wasn't immune to the injury bug, either, given the burden onhim. They all add up to putting Jones on the brinkof being abig NFL draft bust, unless he can turn things around quickly. More NFL coverage , "Watch the way he handles the ball, his fakes, his play-action -- there's a lot of skill there," one NFC offensive coach said. The first-round of the 2019 NFL Draft has produced one superstar quarterback in Cardinals No. But that's also because the Giants know they are running out of time with Jones. His Bayesian forecast doesn't best his fellow first-rounders because he had fewer dropbacks (245) than both Murray (620) and Jones (527), but if Haskins continues to outperform with more volume, his forecast will separate from the others in 2020. Jones offers a different skill set. In 34 career games at Alabama, Young accounted for 87 total touchdowns. Always free! For now, Ryan Tannehill is still Tennessees projected starting quarterback. Baltimore has built a contender around Jackson, and while it hasn't panned out due to injuries these last two seasons, there will be plenty more chances in the coming years. The franchise tag looms over contract talks between Daniel Jones and the New York Giants. The 2022 NFL season is in the books, and it's now time to turn our attention to draft season. They got left tackle Nate Solder and right guard Kevin Zeiter well past their prime with previous teams. 1 | 2019 QBR: 55.7 (15th) The team has made it clear it desires the veteran quarterback and has been making a series of moves to free up finances for a potential contract offer. Stat to know from ESPN Stats & Information: Murray had a 63.3 QBR inside the pocket, which ranked 10th in the NFL. How Cardinals QB Kyler Murray got bigger but stayed fast for Year 2, The best (and worst) NFL QBs at everything. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Although owner Woody Johnson reportedly believes Wilson can be "salvaged", shipping him offWFAN's Boomer Esiason believes Wilson's presence may be putting Carr off from joining the Jetsand replacing him with an established veteran would immediately lift New York to contending status. These are the quarterbacks whom we may call successful. "He's got some magic to him.". Houston could start to establish a winning culture and work on fleshing out the roster around Jimmy G before handing the reins to their future franchise signal-caller in 2024. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Outside the pocket, Murray's QBR dropped to 25.2, a mark that ranked 21st. DT | LB | CB | Safety I wish we were a little bit closer on a deal than what we are right now. Rather than languish through a potential lost season in 2023, the Titans could ink a veteran like Smith to serve as a high-end bridge quarterback. Few veteran quarterbacks would be a better fit for this team than Derek Carr. 11 overall. section: | slug: nfl-draft-2023-pro-comparisons-for-top-qbs-prospects-with-former-nfl-gm-making-patrick-mahomes-comparison | sport: football | route: article_single.us | They offer extra big-play ability and red zone prowess. However, Newton won a lot more games in college, and was much more consistent. He did lose another fumble in Week 1, but he looked more comfortable and confident in what's around him and also used his legs well again for a second TD. It's worth remembering that under the Davis' ownership, the Raiders have made plenty of splashy moves throughout their history. Pro Football Network, LLC. If Jones became available as an unrestricted free agent, he would profile as an exemplary fit for Arthur Smiths offense. Stroud, Ohio State = Jared Goff: Both prospects were accurate, and possess the necessary arm talent to make all of the throws. However, the landscape is a bit more troubling for Jones, Minshew and Haskins. Whether that was a flash in the pan or a sign of what is to come remains to be seen, but the veteran's talent is something the Jets would surely want to take a chance on over going to battle with Zach Wilson for a third straight season. Whether it be Anthony Richardson at the end of the first round, Hendon Hooker in round two, or a wild trade-up scenario for CJ Stroud proposed by CBS Sports, there are many opportunities for the Giants to draft a quarterback this spring. Instead of taking a risk on a rookie draft pickand the costs to move up to get one of the best would be substantialthe team could make a run for Daniel Jones. More was put on Jones as Slayton remained his best receiving option. Interior OL | Edge "I plan on doing everything," Richardson said. There havent been any successes since 2007 for rookies who performed as poorly as Haskins in terms of EPA per dropback. Daniel Jones draft, revisited: Why Giants QB is on the brink of being a big 2019 NFL Draft bust, Breaking down Daniel Jones' career turnover tendencies, NFL's coaching hot seat index after Week 1. Tampa may lack a viable quarterback right now, but Garoppolo could be the veteran to lead this club on another run. New York is in deep negotiations with Thomas played well against a tough Denver pass rush, but Solder was a disaster in his return, a shell of his former Patriots self at age 33. The Raiders are a tempting landing spot for any free-agent quarterback this offseason. ", What will define Eric Bieniemy's success? I'm still not sure and he's gotta prove it, but we're gonna see what he does with those weapons -- big-time weapons.". As ESPN talked with more than 50 execs, coaches, scouts and players about the top players in the game, one question came up a few times unprompted from well-respected offensive minds and personnel guys: That question was more an interjection as I rattled off some of the top names: Lamar Jackson, Patrick Mahomes, Russell Wilson, Aaron Rodgers, Deshaun Watson and more. He was sacked 45 times in 14 times, at a higher rate per dropback with the same 6.6 yards per attempt. 1-caliber WR, Picks for Saturday's top college basketball games, Ex-Patriots star McGinest facing 8 years in prison, Celtics booed off floor after blowing 28-point lead to Nets, LSU responds after Dunne promotes AI homework tool, Big 12 contacts four Pac-12 schools on potential move, NFL combine 2023 results tracker: Top performances. 6 | 2019 QBR: 53.6 (18th) "I wanna be a legend," Richardson said. 2023 NFL Combine 40 Times: Who Had the Fastest 40-Yard Dash Results? Washington gave a young player minimal chance to succeed. For a team like the Texans, he could be the proven winner and steady veteran hand the club needs to return to prominence. Draft a league now and start fresh with a 0-0 record and a shortened schedule. How Murray offsets his 5-foot-9 frame with the ability to throw from the pocket is part Neo from "The Matrix" and part shortstop turning two. "My whole thing was I didn't think he was an instant starter. The New Orleans Saints have been one of Carr's most notable suitors since he was benched by the Raiders and left the team late in the 2022 campaign. For a team like the Texans, he could be the Wideout Chris Olave is coming off a strong rookie year and Alvin Kamara is still one of the league's most dynamic running backs when healthy. One veteran NFL quarterback tried to call Jones "sneaky athletic," which was meant as a compliment, but his 4.81 40 time and a 33.5-inch vertical leap say he's simply athletic. Here's where NFL execs rank the Year 2 quarterbacks entering 2020. Houston is coming off a brutal three-year stretch in which the team has won a mere 11 games while churning through four head coaches and trying multiple options out under center. At his end-of-season press conference in January, Giants general manager Joe Schoen all but admitted he would use the franchise tender on Jones if forced to choose. The only quarterback worse than Haskins in terms of EPA forecast is Josh Rosen, who Im declaring a bust already despite not having finished out his rookie deal. Pick: No. He has flashed big-play capabilities but will need to become more reliable to reach his full potential. No. INDIANAPOLIS -- One of the most intriguing prospects in the entire 2023 NFL Draft class will indeed display his athletic wares in Indianapolis. Height: 5-11 Weight: 200 lbs. Jahmyr Gibbs, RB. But again, theres still time.. Minshews rookie performance has dug his forecast out of a substantial draft-position hole, but he still trails the first-round picks who had lower passing grades as rookies. Although Vegas and Jackson would be a strong fit, there is one better place for him in 2023. His strengths are mobility and It was reported last week that the Giants were one of five teams that met extensively with Tennessee QB prospect Hendon Hooker at the 2023 Senior Bowl. The New York Giants are reportedly doing their due diligence on the quarterback class ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. On the flip side, Dwayne Haskins fizzled out fast in Washington and is looking to save his career as a backup in Pittsburgh. Smith's success with the Seahawks last year was unprecedented and he would be wise to stick with the squad that he broke out with after being written off for years. Making a move too early is better than too late, just ask the Cardinals brass, who gave an early hook to Josh Rosen after he produced the second-worst post-rookie forecast since 2007. Given that tepid showing and a desire to finally contend again in the post-Matt Ryan era, the Falcons should have plenty of interest in Jackson this offseason. They still have plenty of work to do, as Carr will likely earn something in the neighborhood of $35 million per year on his next deal. He's got plenty of talent surrounding him at both the wideout and running back position, plus Seattle's young defense should only get better in 2023. One of Lock's biggest issues could be edge protection. Gang Green selected Smith in the second round back in 2014 and immediately installed him as the starting quarterback. Bainivalu is a tall interior offensive lineman, but he has good upper body strength and blocks with good leverage relative to his size. The least efficient quarterback this season was Haskins, and he was significantly worse than Jones (-0.24). If they opt for the former, Garoppolo is a strong fit and could keep Tampa's championship window open for a few more years. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! The season has come to a close for most NFL teams, and now is the time of reflection and reassessment. Class: Junior School: Alabama Age: 20 (03/20/2002) A former four-star recruit out of Dalton High School in Dalton, Murray already proved accurate, completing 64.39% of his passes -- tops among rookies, 15th in the NFL -- for 20 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. Where they sign will shape not only their futures, but the power structure of the league. And several evaluators peg DeAndre Hopkins as the perfect player for Murray because he can work out of the slot or outside and is good on second reaction plays, ideal for a quarterback throwing on the move. Have great running ability as well. The Giants are confident that Daniel Jones will be their starting quarterback in 2023. So that's a big concern I think with a lot of teams.". Kyler has that release.". This is partly why an NFL coordinator said Murray will eventually be harder to stop than Lamar Jackson. Below Ive plotted the year-end forecasts for passing grade and EPA per dropback for each of the 45 rookie quarterbacks with at least 200 dropbacks. While the roster has several holes to fill in free agency and through the draft, it does boast some of the NFL's most promising skill position players in tight end Kyle Pitts and wideout Drake London. He was locked back into Slayton and Shepard, too. All Rights Reserved. Sixty quarterbacks attempted at least 50 passes in 2022 Mariota, Ridder, and Jones were among the 13 signal-callers who used play action on at least 30 percent of their dropbacks. Haskins range is not as tall and therefore wider than the rest because we know the least about him after having the fewest dropbacks as a rookie. Given how many teams are currently unsatisfied with their current starters, these established signal-callers should all have multiple suitors with varying degrees of interest. That number was also second among all rookies since tracking began in 2006, behind only Robert Griffin (2012). Its unclear whether new Titans OC Tim Kelly can foster the same type of environment or whether Tennessee would require Jones to overcome its offensive deficiencies. Stat to know from ESPN Stats & Information: Lock posted a 94.3 QBR when facing a blitz last year, a number that ranked second in the NFL in 2019, behind only Derek Carr. 6 overall pick in 2019 showed enough growth this past season to warrant a long-term deal and could be the perfect signal-caller for Vegas to construct a roster around for the next half-decade. The next step will be strengthening the connection with Golladay and Toney, who both were hamstrung and missed critical trainng camp time with their new QB. All in the family: how three generations of Jaquezes have ruled West Coast basketball. He's been a steady hand for the Raiders over the better part of the last decade and could revitalize his career in Carolina. Whether or not Ridder will still be the Falcons QB1 when the regular season gets underway is another question. Anthony Richardson landing spots: Which NFL team is most likely to draft toolsy quarterback prospect? "Lamar, you know what you have to do to stop him. Which non-quarterback group will define each top-25 team's season? Gardner Minshew II showed enough to earn a starting job with a rebuilding Jacksonville Jaguars, while Drew Lock is well-stocked in Denver, and Jarrett Stidham has no promises in New England. The first plot highlights the 2019 class in red along with the quarterbacks who either maintained starting status beyond their rookie contracts or have yet to finish them. The Giants had been hoping for Jones price tag to come in around $30 to $40 million, which would place him in the middle-class tier of quarterback salaries that also includes Dak Prescott and Kirk Cousins. After failing to distinguish himself for the Jets, Smith bounced around the league and languished on several benches. The lack of proven pass-catching depth behind Terry McLaurin is a problem for some evaluators. Now in his third year, it has been hard to decipher whether Joness flaws are definitive or if they are the result of other factors. Jones is scheduled to become a free agent in mid-March, but the Giants will likely assign him the franchise tag if the two sides cant agree to an extension. In his first year as head coach, Brian Daboll led New York to a 9-7-1 record and a playoff victory in the wild-card round despite fielding what most believed was a talent-deficient roster. 178 | 2019 QBR: 42.6 (26th) This years QB tag is $32.4M, explaining There may not be a better option available, however. New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen talks quarterback Daniel Jones' free agency, 2023 draft strategy, and more. The Seahawks may not see Smith as their long-term answer, but he can still keep this squad afloat and a tough team to beat if he continues playing at the same level. XFL Week 3 preview: Can AJ McCarron, Battlehawks continue their fourth-quarter heroics? Will the Dolphins get a veteran QB? balls last season 213 more than any other General manager Dave Gettleman addressed the line in the draft, and a healthy nucleus of Barkley, Engram, Sterling Shepard, Golden Tate and Darius Slayton should give Jones a chance. "I don't even know what that means, 'project label,' " Richardson said. Hooker, 25, is coming off a season-ending ACL injury in 2022 but could be a potential second-round pick in this years draft. In the 2019 draft, three quarterbacks were selected in the first round: Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray at first overall, Daniel Jones at No. Hamler in the draft to fuel an already solid playmaking unit. 6 overall out of Duke. Factor in some quality pass-catchers in Garrett Wilson and Elijah Moore and this team is a shoo-in playoff contender with Carr running the show. The 2022 NFL season is in the books, and it's now time to turn our attention to draft season. Copyright 2023 YB Media, LLC. However, they lack a No. Assessing Browns' FA needs, Added an NFC exec: "He's smart as hell. On Thursday, Schoen told NFL Network that things ramped up pretty quick with Jones new representation but also suggested that a contract agreement was not imminent. That's exactly what happened in 2020, when Minshew heard all offseason that he would be replaced by Cam Newton or Andy Dalton. ", It's not too late to play with friends and family. 6 and Dwayne Haskins A source familiar with body-composition testing at the combine said the results on Haskins (6-3 3/8, 231) were the worst among the QBs. The larger landscape of rookie performance shows a clear bias toward those who start strongly to become the franchise quarterback teams need to succeed. Geno Smith didn't pan out for the New York Jets the first time around, but he could be exactly what the franchise needs almost a decade later. Tight end Evan Engram did help a second-year Jones as a security blanket after missing most of '19, but he's hurt again. Johnston is a lengthy wide receiver with great top-end speed. Garrett's plan was to go with the run-heavy offense he operated in Dallas with Ezekiel Elliott, only with Barkley as the new versatile workhorse. Stat to know from ESPN Stats & Information: Minshew became the only player in NFL history drafted after the third round to post 3,000 passing yards and 300 rushing yards as a rookie, and one of just three non-first-rounders (along with Russell Wilson in 2012 and Geno Smith in 2013) to achieve that feat. I talked to a handful of scouts last night Every single one of them said Anthony Richardson is the best QB interview theyve had this year.'. But that's not the only former NFL MVP this prospect looks to emulate. Like the Falcons, the Raiders have plenty of space ($48.4 million) to make meaningful additions this offseason. It was only the fourth time a rookie has graded over 90.0 on such throws with Robert Griffin III, Dak Prescott and Wilson being the other three. Only five quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Kyler Murray, Deshaun Watson, and Patrick Mahomes have reached that annual salary. Running back Saquon Barkley didn't match his spectacular rookie season, but he was still the effective centerpiece of the offense when healthy in his second season vs. having Jones sling the ball downfield often. Somewhere in the middle with still a wide range of outcomes is Daniel Jones, whom the Giants took No. He should test well at the NFL Combine but had limited ball production in Lexington. However, Jones success in New York was due at least in part to the offensive structure created by Daboll and Kafka. Still, question marks still exist, and every dollar the Giants invest in Jones is a dollar they cant use to build the rest of their roster around him. Murray highlights a 2019 quarterback draft class that has a chance to flourish in 2020. The Titans likely still have some time left in Derrick Henry's prime too. Murray is in the same area as the successes who performed better in terms of EPA than PFF grade, and those successes include Dak Prescott and Deshaun Watson. Emailed daily. Vinnie Iyer is an NFL writer at The Sporting News. With only one franchise tag at their disposal, can New York reach a long-term agreement with at least one of its high-profile free agents? The Jets were nothing short of fantastic on defense last year. General manager Joe Schoen is doubling down at the cornerback position. The season has come to an end for the New York Giants, but there are reasons to be excited about the future. 6 pick overall in the 2019 NFL Draft, perform in 2021? Kyler Murray striving to be elite in 2nd season (2:39).