1 overall pick would look like. Georgia's Isaiah Wynn is the perfect fit for the Buffalo offense. Lamar Jackson, 2.) Carr Cousins. This year, Simms has gotten started with the top 16. The 6'1" Davis is phenomenal in man coverage, and he usually played on an island. They hold the No. Stafford Chris Simms has already started breaking down the top prospects by position on the Chris Simms Unbuttoned podcast. I don't know about that. Sure, but the quarterback position isn't set for the long term, and Jackson is the signal-caller with the most upside in the draft. 5. He had 4 more passing TDs, big deal. Wilson 1 overall, Every pick from every round of the 2022 NFL Draft, What Colts offer to Bears for No. He doesnt even believe his own rankings his sole goal is to be contrarian. The Jacksonville Jaguars have almost no weaknesses. Decision-making, accuracyyou never know what to expect from him. Im not arguing that Rogers isnt more gifted. However, general manager Bob Quinn and new head coach Matt Patricia both came from the New England Patriots, and I don't believe they value the running back position enough to take one here. RELATED: Dvorchaks 2023 NFL Mock Draft 1.0. Wouldnt it make more sense to list some of the other great games that Simms has had? August 23, 2018 at 11:52 am Id have to say Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson make sense as the top two quarterbacks because Rodgers makes a terrible team a playoff contender every year, and Wilson started to do the same thing last year as he dragged that team as far as it could go. I think his track record speaks for itself. RELATED: 2023 NFL draft order: Top 18 picks are set with Bears at No. This is why it makes sense to add Iowa's James Daniels. Jacksonville will be able to grab any top-tier talent here, add him to a championship-caliber roster and rub it in the rest of the AFC's face. Pickett is expected to fill the shoes left by Ben Roethlisbergers retirement, but it remains to be seen what his dynamic will look like with fellow Pittsburgh QBMitchell Trubisky when Week 1 arrives. He's also strong and stout enough to play nose tackle in Cincinnati's scheme and make a mess of things at the line of scrimmage. However, it's more imperative that Atlanta finds a replacement for Dontari Poe next to standout defensive tackle Grady Jarrett. Theres a lot of good quarterbacks in the NFL, Simms said. Sam Darnold, 3.) Room to improve in short/quick passing.Hopefully healthy & w/ better receivers, I am optimistic.#SimmsTop40, #12 Kyler MurrayJust outside Top 10 for me, but he still is one of the most physically gifted QBs on the list. I'm going to keep things within the realm of possibilityI won't have the Cleveland Browns drafting two quarterbacks in the top five, even if that would give them a better chance of finally getting the position right. Still, a positive mark on Simms' resume here. And he doesn't follow the crowd. #29 Tua TagovailoaHe's slick..moves well in the pocket and throws well on the run w/ different arm angles. Third String QB! 3. Maybe if Rodgers played better he would make his coach look better like Brady does. Brees His results dont add up to TB12 or Wilson. Kirk Cousins is so good, the Vikings defense has decided theyre no longer necessary. Whether Washington decides to play him as a true strong safety or as an extra linebacker, his physicality and aggressiveness are going to shine through. Look at their stats and wins for the last three years and theyre nearly identical. Is Rosen the ideal prospect from an athletic standpoint? Last years 2022 NFL Draft saw DE Travon Walker taken as the No. Not everyone has to conform to my POV. But I would never want him starting for my football team. The most pressing need, though, is at cornerback. Major Applewhite is gonna have to whoop his ass again. The New England Patriots have a few needs, especially after losing guys like Dion Lewis, Danny Amendola, Nate Solder and Malcolm Butler in free agency. Chris Simms' 2021 NFL Draft CB and Safety Rankings - NBC Sports August 23, 2018 at 2:54 pm, I was replying to one of your fellow clowns who said Phil Simms has had one great game in his life 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, The team at NBC Sports EDGE has you set with this content hub. 3 overall, everyone knew it was to get a quarterback. In 2019, which is looking like quite a disastrous QB draft, he had Kyler Murray at No. Moore is the perfect weapon to pair with Ezekiel Elliott because opposing defenses will think twice about leaving him one-on-one in coverage. NFL quarterback rankings 2022: Chris Simms' top 40 QB countdown ahead of upcoming NFL season. Rodgers is in a class by himself. Roethlisberger Hes declining now, but has historically been a top guy. The New Orleans Saints don't have many big weaknesses. With Barkley and Odell Beckham Jr., New York could have the two best offensive players who aren't quarterbacks this season. Green Bay relies to much on elite QB play and huge plays. I've been around the NFL a long time, and I love putting my experience and knowledge to work during the predraft process. Hughes would give Green Bay a shutdown man corner and special teams value. But it's hard to win in the NFL with a QB who is just trying not to lose. On Wednesday's PFT Live Chris Simms revealed his highly awaited list of top six quarterbacks of the 2021 class and many were surprised to see where Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence fell on the list. Simms: "Mahomes is the QB that excites me" - Houston Texans Maybe we should let him play a full season before anointing him a top 10 quarterback. He's looking to pass, yet can make plays with his legs. If youre going to rank the best quarterbacks in the NFL right now, the criterion should be what quarterback would you want playing for you in a Super Bowl. 1 receiver in Round 2 is far less likely, so Maryland receiver D.J. "Jackson made huge strides as a player in 2017, but NFL sources maintain he's at best a developmental quarterback and at worst moving to wide receiver. They dont light the Seahawks up in the 4th quarter. freefromwhatyouare says: He's the best outside man-to-man corner in this draft. Both have zero playoff wins. Tittle. I got to watch him in person at every Notre Dame home game last season, and he never failed to impress. 10. Ryan The Packers haven't had one in a long time. Hes never been one. He is a sideline-to-sideline playmaker who fits right into defensive coordinator Paul Guenther's system. This is why Smith can have an immediate impact. I like to take into account highest potential (ceiling) so I'm not very high on Darnold as I think his ceiling isn't very high but his floor is 2nd highest behind Rosen. Smith The Dolphins could go quarterback here, but if I'm in charge, I'm sticking with Ryan Tannehill and addressing other needs. [I've] seen him be durable. Here are his QB prospect rankings: 2018 Lamar Jackson Josh Allen Baker Mayfield Sam Darnold Josh Rosen 2019 Kyler Murray Drew Lock Dwayne Haskins Philip Rivers is 38, but he has at least a couple of quality seasons in him, and he'll be a great guy for Darnold to learn behind. If I'm Green Bay, though, I'm looking for a shutdown corner. No. Played against big talent. He can be a Pro Bowl free safety as a rookie, but he also has the versatility to play cornerback or nickelback if Tampa Bay needs him to. Wilson, meanwhile, is a fast riser in this year's draft class and nobody outside of draftnik circles heard his name before the calendar turned to 2021 and mock draft season began in earnest. ====== It was a little less than 56 minutes through, but still really bad and on the worse stage. This is important for the Jets because both general manager Mike Maccagnan and head coach Todd Bowles likely need to win now to keep their jobs. filthymcnasty3 says: If youre going to rank the best quarterbacks in the NFL right now, the criterion should be what quarterback would you want playing for you in a Super Bowl. In addition, Rosen has the personality and maturity to handle playing in front of the New York media. In 2018, he said. Cleveland gets its quarterback and the Titans get extra draft capitalit's a win-win. Buffalo traded Cordy Glenn, and I have no idea what's going on with Richie Incognito, so line is the biggest need after quarterback. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Im not arguing that Rogers isnt more gifted. (Sign up for our FREE email newsletter and do not miss any Browns breaking news during this important off-season!). The Packers are also in a divisionthe NFC Norththat has a lot of quarterback talent and offensive firepower. Miller is great in pass protection, and while he needs to work on his pad level in run blocking, he has tons of upside. Not nearly as bold a ranking as the one above, but he was still right. This never made any sense to me. 1 draft pick, Chris Simms ranks the top 16 quarterbacks, Report: Derek Carr wants $35 million per year, Mike McCarthy: Kellen Moore wants to light the scoreboard up, I want to run the damn ball, The Raiders are the betting favorites to land Aaron Rodgers, ESPN reiterates report that Lamar Jackson wants a fully-guaranteed deal, Arrest warrant issued for Jalen Carter for reckless driving, racing, Aaron Rodgers says hell make a decision soon enough, Competition Committee begins to explore the quarterback push play, Players say Chiefs discourage them from reporting injuries, have NFLs worst training staff, Report: Jalen Carter was present at teammates fatal crash, misled police about it. They're not going to land an elite defensive back like Minkah Fitzpatrick there, though, so scooping him up here would be smart. And they likely get beat by a lot more than 8 points in last years SB. He's like Michael Vick. However, I know your reason for posting is simply trying to prove me wrong on something. Book it. But of course Vikings fans and Pats fans know more about QBs than Chris Simms who played the position and learned the position from his father who happens to be one of the Top 50 QBs ever. But of course Vikings fans and Pats fans know more about QBs than Chris Simms who played the position and learned the position from his father who happens to be one of the Top 50 QBs ever. Richardson, a North Carolina native, established the NFL franchise in 1993 and the Panthers played their first season in 1995. Peyton Manning and Joe Montana could be in the conversation, but Brady has been far more successful. Vince Williams was OK, but he wasn't good enough in a Steelers defensive scheme that places heavy importance on the position. Bouye down the road. The Browns could win this draft by making this move. The unnamed Pats assistant'(gopher) in OConners book. Hows that roster coming along? Allen completed just 56-percent of his passes over the last two seasons. Chris Simms: Sam Darnold is the fifth best quarterback By Josh Edwards Apr 2, 2018 0 Chris Simms spent eight seasons playing in the NFL with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos and. 1, followed by Clemson's Trevor Lawrence, with Mac Jones, Kellen Mond, Justin Fields and Trey. He might not dominate every contest, but there's no weakness to his game. A mediocre expert as well. Josh Allen, 5.) When Simms ranks RBs or defenses, where oh where will the Packers be? 7. Regardless of order, its Brady, Brees, and Rodgers (as someone else pointed out) After that, its whatever. Lawrence has been wearing the crown of the Next Big Thing for years. I mean, that could be a part of the equation. Watson See below for Chris Simms 2022 Top 40 QB Countdown ahead of the upcoming season, with rankings continuing through June 13, when Simms will reveal his top four quarterbacks of the season. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. What qualifies you fan boys to say anything about the NFL? Newton That INT from 2017? IMO those 4 are on their own level. And I saw improved accuracy last season, with some high difficulty throws in a offense that does not help its QB.#SimmsTop40, #32 Sam DarnoldMoves well, quick release, good intermediate/short passer. ajzinnecker says: He has a lot of talent, throwing for 3,692 yards and 33 touchdowns last season. Too many people are sleeping on him. Everyone cries about click-bait all of the time but Chris Simms entire career has been using his dad's fame and clickbait takes he can't even defend. With the real thing just weeks away, its never too early to start putting together mock drafts. Chris Simms' 2021 NFL Draft: Zach Wilson 'clearly' the No. You might be surprised to see USC's Sam Darnold available at No. 3) Brees, After that I really dont care nor do I think it matters, Name another coach that allowed Colin Kaepernick to go for 444 yards.. Colin Kaepernick!!!!.. In addition, Alexander plays with swagger and loves to get in the face of receivers. Good offensive line play has been one of the biggest keys to New England's success over the years, and losing Solder shouldn't be overlooked. Brady is 41, Rodgers is excellent. Be sure to followProFootballTalkfor breaking news, updates, and much more! Big arm with one of the quicker releases in the league. He'll fit right in with Seattle's aggressive identity, and he'll help restore balance to the Seahawks offense. Has accuracy, touch, and timing.But just not a strong arm. 2. He was the only person who had Herbert over Tua last year. We just put more stock in the NFL ranking that had Brady as the overall #1 coming into the 2018 season over a guy that has shown his bias against the Pats and Brady in the past. That's going to open things up for Elliott and the run game. Good accuracy, good decision making, and a good athlete. I like his arm, he really reminds of Michael Vick but taller. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________. 14. Book it. He's a consistent, accurate thrower, and the Jets should have to change little about their offense to transition from Josh McCown to Rosen. You must be logged in to leave a comment. Lol, dude is a joke. August 23, 2018 at 1:29 pm, Any fool who thinks Phil Simms is not a Top 50 all time QB is either 12 yrs old or as clueless about the NFL as a rock, Obviously anyone who is not a complete clueless clown has both Phil Simms and Y.A. 1 overall quarterback on his board entering the 2018 draft. Chris Simms Making Headlines For His 2021 Draft QB Rankings Jimmy G will rip this list to shreds. He's the kind of aggressive corner Patricia will love, and he could be one of the league's most dangerous return specialists from day one. Evans reminds me of Ravens linebacker C.J. Phil Simms unveils his 2019 NFL Draft QB rankings and explains why he's high on Daniel Jones and Clayton Thorson. But inconsistent mechanics lead to inconsistent accuracy.He's a game manager w/ a stronger arm. Chris Simms' bold NFL Draft QB rankings should interest Pats fans - RSN ), The list of those who did appears in the video attached to this post. This year, Simms has gotten started with the top 16. This should help make the transition easy on New England's end. This mock draft is based primarily on my research and analysis. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. ", Is Sam Darnold going #1 a media creation? 12K 911. . Matthew Stafford fourth? . Click here for the full list of participants. 7. LOL. The game is the game in sports media, after all. ICYMI 2022 NFL Draft order: Complete list of every pick from Round 1 through Round 7, Quarterbacks 21 to 40 in the @CSimmsQB top 40 QB countdown. I don't watch a lot of college football but based on Chris Simms' opinion, my ranking would be: 1.) He's the best player in the draft and the type of running back who comes around only once a decade. Once again we have no Viking QB to be found in the top 10. Each athlete receiving the necessary number of votes, by position, is then extended an invitation., RELATED: 2023 NFL draft order is set: Bears draft first and Chiefs last. 31 in the form of UCLA's Kolton Miller. 2. Texans may have a diamond in the rough, and he deserves a shot to prove it#SimmsTop40, #34 Tyler HuntleyPut in a tough spot last year, middle of a playoff race vs a brutal schedule w/ diminished supporting cast. 12K 911. 2. He's explosive, and he's a good route-runner. The Buccaneers have watched Vernon Hargreaves struggle at times, Brent Grimes is nearing the end of his career, and there is nothing special at the safety spots. I know the Dolphins like Mayfield too, so I won't be surprised if the Bills make a trade to leapfrog them. I know Bill Belichick wants two man-cover corners on his defense. What do you mean by that? He is one of the least talked-about prospects in this draft, but he deserves to go in the first round. "I have the least questions about Lamar Jackson,"hesaid. You can see who did by checking out the segment, and you can chime in with your thoughts regarding the sanity or lack thereof regarding his selections in the comments. Sample size too small? Brees and Rogers are pretty close behind. Whos the hater here? Brees, as of just last season, lead the entire NFL among active starters in completion percentage, and was 4th in passing yards.. on a team with 2 probowl running backs.. However, they have guys they've drafted, and I believe Cincinnati will give them at least one more year to develop. If Allen threw 10 passes a game behind the line of scrimmage, we wouldn't be talking about his completion percentage. However, cleaning up the trash and covering in the middle of the field has been a problem. Name another coach to squander a double digit lead in a Championship game after 56 minutes? He was the highest rated post-season QB of all-time just a couple short years ago, currently 5th, percentage points behind the active leader. The question I'm asking if I'm in charge of the Ravens is who'll be our next Terrell Suggs? I like Roquan Smith for the Oakland Raiders at No. If I'm Philadelphia, I'm adding another explosive playmaker at receiver. August 23, 2018 at 11:33 am And/or you should listen to the full three-hour show on NBC Sports Radio. So heres a Vikings fan going nuts I guess. [I've] seen him throw the touch. Not sure he will have an opportunity to perform. Taping the podcast soon with full breakdown/explanation. He also had 75 carries for 82 yards and five touchdowns. The Packers need elite QB play on free plays and phantom facemask calls to win games. For me, the closest thing to a need for Jacksonville is nickel corner, as the team lost Aaron Colvin during the offseason. Ive never actually made a list of my top 50 quarterbacks of all time so I dont know if Phil Simms would made the list or not, but I do know you have to be a complete clueless clown to make a case for a guy who played in the 80s and 90s by comparing his career statistics to a guy who played in the 50s and 60s. He doesn't see the field well and flat-out misses WAY too many big throws downfield. And they likely get beat by a lot more than 8 points in last years SB. Josh Rosen This thread is archived He is that gifted of a runner.". My 2021 Draft QB Rankings. IMO those 4 are on their own level. He will be the first name called in the 2021 NFL Draft and will head to Jacksonville soon after. Dan Quinn blew a double digit lead in remarkable fashion. Here goes: 1. Wilson ahead of Brady and Ben? Rodgers ranked #1. His short-area quickness is also phenomenal, as evidenced by his 6.71-second three-cone drill and 3.98-second short shuttle. I think he'll be a decent starter for some time in the NFL. They dont light the Seahawks up in the 4th quarter. I could see them going tight end, too. Viking fans will go nuts which is hilarious. Phil Simms says Jared Goff is the third-best QB in this year's NFL Draft "I played right and left guard," Daniels explained, per Mark Emmert of HawksCentral.com. At least, I sort of hope so. They just gave a ton of money to Kyle Fuller and re-signed Prince Amukamara too, so it doesn't make a ton of sense to go cornerback. The Carolina Panthers could use help at cornerback and along the offensive line. More first-round QBs within top 22 picks - the better . This is a subreddit for the NFL community. Based on film, the most glaring need is in the middle of the defense. 3. NFL Draft 2019: Chris Simms' Top 8 Quarterback Rankings | Chris Simms Name another coach with 5 walk off postseason losses? This is where Ward comes into play. How is Cousins not in the top 15? Dont usually watch these but curious if hes always a jerk. General Manager John Dorsey acquired veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor in a trade with the Buffalo Bills. According to the league all eligible players are reviewed and voted on by the committee members. RELATED: Expanded 2023 NFL Draft Rankings. Davenport can be Indianapolis' version of DeMarcus Ware. I was replying to one of your fellow clowns who said Phil Simms has had one great game in his life. Josh Allen has highest potential of all of them but also has highest chance to bust as he needs a lot and I mean a lot of work on accuracy and decision making. Football season may have come to an end but the NFL action for next season is just beginning! There's a ton to like about Jackson, and I do like a ton about him, but it's hard to get too hyped about a guy who can't get above 60% completions in college. Good decision maker, good in the pocket, and a leadership and moxie that is rare for a backup. Baker Mayfield, 4.) In a draft where Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold were touted as the best prospects available, and were the first two quarterbacks picked, Simms had Lamar Jackson as his top QB in the draft, followed by Josh Allen, with Mayfield third. Rovers At this spot, Boston College's Harold Landry is the perfect mix of player, position and value. These are superstar traits. _________. You cant play football on your daddys name. Moore is the right pick here. Elite athlete for his size, like Carson Wentz. Im a Vikings fan and I think Rodgers is the best QB in the league. The Bengals lost Domata Peko to Denver last offseason, and Geno Atkins just turned 30. Chris Simms Rankings of the 2018 QB Draft Class: 1.) The 2018 NFL Draft takes place from Apr. So McCarthy is good enough to get them that far but when they come up short its always on him and Rodgers can do no wrong? The clear implication is that Simms was a top 50 quarterback because he has similar career statistics to Y.A. How is Ben ranked 6th here and Brees is ranked 10. Chris Simms unveiled his 2022 NFL Draft QB rankings earlier this week on . Hes got elite arm talent, a [Brett] Favre or [Pat] Mahomes arm. That could be with the Los Angeles Chargers. Plus, the Lions have to face plenty of quarterback talent in the NFC North. The guy has been outcoached too many times for this to be a coincidence. That's why I'd take Tremaine Edmunds from Virginia Tech. While Moore has room to grow as a receiver, he's one of the most gifted athletes in the draft. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. believes that the decision comes down to Darnold or Allen, have reportedly not yet scheduled a pre-draft visit with Darnold. There are some nice pieces there, but it's far from a perfect roster. Dude was a bust QB in the league and a bust analyst. ESPN, ABC, and NFL Network will air all seven rounds of the 2023 NFL Draft. In recent years, however, the line has been a joke, and Russell Wilson has been running for his life. This is why it's Derwin James all the way here for me. He'll provide the same things the Redskins got from Su'a Cravens when he was healthy, but he'll do them better. hris Simms gets it. The top five QBs thus far this season, based on performance weighted by circumstances, are Mahomes, Goff, Brees, Cousins, and Rodgers. Whos falling on this sword and reciting the top 16 in the comments? Without him, they would be 4-12 or 5-11 every year. I also think he is the only reason Green Bay isnt 7-9 every year. 6. Where does it say the stats I posted are the only reason I think Phil Simms is a top 50 QB? He'll help improve the Raiders' second-level coverage and has the speed to make a quick path to running backs and receivers when the ball is in their hands. South Carolina's Hayden Hurst is the best tight end in the draftI see a more gifted Dallas Clark. Here's where I would say the QBs are best to be drafted at. Baker Mayfield, 4.) 13. 70 of Simms league-wide quarterback rankings. Simms had one great game in his life, in the Super Bowl, kind of like Timmy Smith for the Redskins.