I was replying to one of your fellow clowns who said Phil Simms has had one great game in his life. The Rams made the playoffs, have a young, exciting signal-caller in Jared Goff and added a bunch of wonderful pieces in free agency. Now, Chicago will have the chance to either test their luck at first choice once again or trade the coveted spot away, something that hasnt happened since 2016 when the Rams traded places with Tennessee to grab quarterback Jared Goff. They're not going to land an elite defensive back like Minkah Fitzpatrick there, though, so scooping him up here would be smart. This year's draft has come and gone and the 2022 NFL season is quickly approaching, which means it . 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. Id guess dead last. Last years 2022 NFL Draft saw DE Travon Walker taken as the No. Daily Free Talk Thread - Sunday 3/7 : r/nyjets - reddit I thought some of the crew here on PFT could not get more clueless. 3 overall selection, which would suggest that they do not believe he will be available with their selection. While the hype is probably overblown a little, Lawrence's play and stats back up what everyone believes. His 2018 rankings were scary spot on. Plus, the Lions have to face plenty of quarterback talent in the NFC North. We dont even know IF he can play a full game now, OR if he even has any arm strength after SHATTERING his Shoulder last year? I would be more worried about Reid coaching in that spot than the QB. ======. He is a sideline-to-sideline playmaker who fits right into defensive coordinator Paul Guenther's system. inozwetrust says: That is why Notre Dame's Quenton Nelson is an easy choice at No. But I also think he could end up how everyone wanted Vick to end up, I imagine his work ethic is much better than a young Vick's. Chris is really salty. August 23, 2018 at 11:46 am Must be nice winning the pre-season SB every year as a Packers fan, but hey, Im happy with the 5 the Pats have gotten during this run. 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. Not a huge arm but can make all the throws. ", Is Sam Darnold going #1 a media creation? He's 6'0", ran a 4.34-second 40 at the combine, has a 40-inch vertical, goes up for 50-50 balls and is a great route-runner. I think Wilson is the closest thing to a young TB12 as you can find. ____________. 31 in the form of UCLA's Kolton Miller. I simply can't look at the remaining quarterback prospects and see any of them as a guaranteed franchise QB. Wentz But NO WAY Rodgers is #1! number 1 to 5 overall: Josh Rosen (Obvious choice) , Lamar Jackson (Upside is too high to ignore and not as big of a chance to bust as Allen), number 6 to 11: Sam Darnold (Average QB), Mayfield (more of a risk but higher upside than Darnold), Mid to Late 1st: Josh Allen (No matter how high his upside is, he is a massive project and will only succeed with good coaching and sitting behind one of the aging vets in Brees, Roethlisberger, Rivers, Eli or Brady for a year or two). Pittsburgh's middle linebacker play really suffered without Shazier. Vander Esch is athletic and versatile enough to play both inside and outside, and he fits the New England-style scheme coordinator Dean Pees is likely to run. Richardson, a North Carolina native, established the NFL franchise in 1993 and the Panthers played their first season in 1995. In 2018, he said. He has a message for his critics. When asked to rank the quarterbacks, they were as follows: The Cleveland Browns have the No. 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. Here goes: 1. 7. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. So far, Simms has revealed his highly anticipated list of the top 5 quarterback prospects, wide receivers, cornerbacks, running backs, and more. Always quick to discount any success and just give it to scheme and coaching. 5. 1 on the list, even though hes playing on No. 319 prospects representing over 100 schools will showcase their skills and athletic ability in front of the leagues coaches, scouts, and team owners. And his health is an issue on top of it. Josh Allen, 3.) But this is a results business. 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. I cannot say definitively that Simms is wrong to think this because he, as an analyst for NBC, has spent far more of his time breaking down prospects than I probably ever will. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved, Some of his pro comparisons are outrageous, also have Wilson above Lawrence on draft boards, Ryan Phillips is responsible for that sort of thing at The Big Lead, an entire feature video for Bleacher Report. I don't watch a lot of college football but based on Chris Simms' opinion, my ranking would be: 1.) He had 4 more passing TDs, big deal. suckafree9rs415 says: Josh Allen, 3.) Football season may have come to an end but the NFL action for next season is just beginning! ajzinnecker says: He's a legitimate playmaker. Allen has the highest ceiling, and he has the highest floor, too. He has the attributes, though, to be something special. Those two years, their record was a combined 5-12-1 (.306) without Rodgers and 10-4 (.714) with him. 1 selection by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He can do a little bit of everything well. The mystery, of course, is part of the fun. Just mere months remain until the draft, as prospects gather to kickstart their careers and fulfill lifelong dreams. 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. Instead, the team should and will address its 30th-ranked run defense. General Manager John Dorsey acquired veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor in a trade with the Buffalo Bills. C. Simms, the NFL analyst and former NFL quarterback, correctly ranks Carson Wentz ahead of Dak Prescott in his ranking of every starting QB in the league. We've seen snippets, but it never quite gets there. Hughes would give Green Bay a shutdown man corner and special teams value. Chris Simms' bold NFL Draft QB rankings should interest Pats fans - RSN Most people I see are saying he's underrated and one of the better QB's. See below to find out who made the top 5 names for each position. Based on your reasoning, Kerry Collins is also one of the top 50 QBs of all time. 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.. He can run block every bit as effectively as Nelson, and he'll be a force opening holes for the Seattle running game. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________. QB #36 Tyrod TaylorA backup I like, but I wish you could depend on him to stay healthy. The 2023 NFL Draft will take place in Kansas City, Missouri. August 23, 2018 at 12:09 pm Pretty strong arm. And he doesn't follow the crowd. Watson When Seattle was making its Super Bowl runs, it had standout linemen like Russell Okung, James Carpenter and Max Unger. Chris Simms' Top 40 NFL Quarterbacks ahead of the 2021 season - NBC Sports Vea is a jaw-dropping player, and I wouldn't be shocked if he goes higher. This should help make the transition easy on New England's end. Ben had a less completion %, less yards, and he had 14 ints to Brees 8. It's hard to find many instances where wide receivers got open against him, plus he'll quickly be in the mix as one of the top punt returners in football. Chris Simms' 2021 NFL Draft QB list will intrigue WFT fans - RSN Lamar Jackson is definitely a QB but to say he is a better prospect than Darnold and Rosen with Jackson's inaccuracy issues seems forced, Jacksons inaccuracy issues are entirely tied to footwork though, theyre pretty fixable, And hes better then Blake Bortles, Simms is a dumb version of Cowherd with worse hit takes. His thoughts on the 2018 NFL Draft quarterback class is a bit of a hot take. This year, Simms has gotten started with the top 16. Simms tends to get a lot of hate for going against the tide with his quarterback rankings, but he's had pretty good hit rate so far. The Baltimore Ravens could go a number of ways at No. In addition, Alexander plays with swagger and loves to get in the face of receivers. Wentz Tittle in their Top 50 QBs of all time. ET on NBCSN. 5quarterbackbehind Sam Darnold, Josh Rosen, Josh Allen and Baker Mayfield. The New Orleans Saints don't have many big weaknesses. This is why Louisville's Jaire Alexander would be my choice. The Jaguars are ready to win the Super Bowl this year. Wonder where he rates himself on the all time list? Bleacher Report NFL analyst Chris Simms has Lamar Jackson pegged as the No. Nelson is as good a guard prospect as I've seen since I got into this business, and he could be in the conversation for the league's best guard in Year 1. This is why I'd scoop up Washington's Vita Vea. Green Bay relies to much on elite QB play and huge plays. Nelson is one of the best players in this draft, and he'll help the Broncos in two big ways. Look at their stats and wins for the last three years and theyre nearly identical. 1 overall. Six years prior to Fenimore, the Bears chose Tom Harmon with the No. #29 Tua TagovailoaHe's slick..moves well in the pocket and throws well on the run w/ different arm angles. The mental aspect is as impressive as it gets. While Moore has room to grow as a receiver, he's one of the most gifted athletes in the draft. We Should Probably Be Paying Attention to Chris Simms' Draft QB Rankings In 2019, which is looking like quite a disastrous QB draft, he had Kyler Murray at No. He checks just about every box. Now that the Bills have addressed the quarterback position, they need to strengthen the offensive line in front of him. QB #37 Gardner MinshewHe's a natural QB. Stafford With Jordy Nelson in Oakland, the Green Bay Packers could go wide receiver here. I don't know about that. Matthew Stafford fourth? His ability to keep plays alive contributes to his value. While Daniels primarily played center in college, he did play some guard and appears willing to play the position in the NFL. The Vikings aren't especially weak there, but Joe Berger's retirement does create a hole. Rivers Similar to Big Ben, hes getting long in the tooth. 4. 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. He can break two people's ankles at the same time. If he continues to develop as a passer, he can be one of the better quarterbacks in the league, and he'll be exciting to watch right out of the gate. They hold the No. Daniels is a phenomenal player. The skinny: Easily the most surprising selection in Chris Simms' quarterback rankings is Kellen Mond, a player considered a mid to lower-tier prospect two months out from the draft. The New York Jets have reportedly not yet scheduled a pre-draft visit with Darnold. Chris Simms Making Headlines For His 2021 Draft QB Rankings He's the best player in the draft and the type of running back who comes around only once a decade. Id go Brady, Wilson, Rodgers but thats just me. Miller is the second-best tackle in the draft for my money. He's more of a thrower than a passer. Mayfield is the definition of middle of the pack with the 3rd highest floor and 4th highest upside.Lamar Jackson has amazing upside but has a decent chance of busting. Lamar Jackson, 2.) Name another coach that allowed Colin Kaepernick to go for 444 yards.. Colin Kaepernick!!!!.. 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. Maybe we should let him play a full season before anointing him a top 10 quarterback. Drafting Payne would add both youth and talent at an area of need for Cincinnati. ET, with Saturdays final rounds at 12 p.m. RELATED: Every pick from every round of the 2022 NFL Draft. RELATED:FMIA The Scourge of Draft Desperation and The Combine Without a Sure Thing, RELATED: 2023 NFL Season Schedule: NFL Draft, Scouting Combine, free agency and other key offseason dates, Players are invited to the NFL Combine by the Player Selection Committee which is made up of directors of both National and BLESTO scouting services. The Cardinals have Sam Bradford and Mike Glennon, so Jackson will have time to develop. That INT from 2017? 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. A really good arm, good athlete, but too careful at times (a little like Teddy in that respect).#SimmsQBCountdown, #35 Davis MillsUp and down early last season, but came back a different player down the stretch. You got nothing. That's going to open things up for Elliott and the run game. If I'm Philadelphia, I'm adding another explosive playmaker at receiver. You must be logged in to leave a comment. He will neutralize interior pass-rushers, which will also make life easier on Wilson. 2017 NFL Mock Draft: Chris Simms' Final Predictions Therefore, I'd address a piece of the offense that's been missing since the team traded Jimmy Graham in March 2015a pass-catching tight end. NFL quarterback rankings 2022: Chris Simms' top 40 QB countdown ahead of upcoming NFL season. He did get his team to a SB and was on the upswing. I wont argue too much if someone wants to put him ahead of Brady, although I disagree. Phil Simms had one great game in his life. I think Rosen is easily the safest pick who has the 3rd highest upside (which is still great). I'd rather move Daniels to guard, then add another remaining guard or experiment with moving a guy like Isaiah Wynn from tackle to guard. Roethlisberger The Arizona Cardinals could add a variety of players. He'll provide the same things the Redskins got from Su'a Cravens when he was healthy, but he'll do them better. Phil Simms ranks 2019 NFL Draft QBs | Chris Simms Unbuttoned | NBC "The most confusing thing to me is that Sam Darnold is definitely the number one or two pick by everyone. __________ Coming it at number 39 is Kenny Pickett, the only QB taken in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft (20th overall by the Steelers). I know that hurts Packer fans feelings, but the results were proven right out there on the field last year and in 2013. The top five QBs thus far this season, based on performance weighted by circumstances, are Mahomes, Goff, Brees, Cousins, and Rodgers. But he still has a question mark in the pocket #SimmsTop40. August 23, 2018 at 11:21 am, Viking fans will go nuts which is hilarious. With Barkley and Odell Beckham Jr., New York could have the two best offensive players who aren't quarterbacks this season. The rest of the list quickly gets interesting. Not nearly as bold a ranking as the one above, but he was still right. Rounds two and three will commence Friday at 7 p.m. CHRIS SIMMS RELEASES HIS 2020 NFL DRAFT QUARTERBACK RANKINGS ON "CHRIS SIMMS UNBUTTONED" PODCAST Simms' Top Five Prospects: Joe Burrow (#1), Justin Herbert (#2), Jordan Love (#3), Tua Tagovailoa (#4), and Jacob Eason (#5) "It's the cleanest film I've ever seen from a college quarterback." - Simms on Joe Burrow This is a subreddit for the NFL community. The Vikings had more injuries than the Packers and went 13-3. But this is a results business. Former NFL quarterback Chris Simms made waves last year by placing Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles at No. No, but he's a polished dropback passer and is the prospect most likely to succeed if asked to win games as a rookie. I also don't believe receiver will be a priority for executive vice president Tom Coughlin. Good thing the VIkings have a top 5 defense every year, and dont need a top 10 QB to be competitive. 7. This will help take pressure off Wilson. 26-28 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The Dolphins could go quarterback here, but if I'm in charge, I'm sticking with Ryan Tannehill and addressing other needs. And wasn't helped by a repetitive offense that was easy to figure out.But can't trust him. Wilson That's why I'd take Tremaine Edmunds from Virginia Tech. 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. Cousins. =====. NFL analyst Chris Simms has taken a lot of heat over the past 24 hours for his controversial QB rankings. So most years the Packers win the division and end up in at least the divisional round of the playoffs, if not the NFCCG. 27, and there isn't an edge-rusher worthy of this pick. My 2021 Draft QB Rankings. Smith can be Oakland's version of Vontaze Burfict. He moves well in space when pass blocking, and he's extremely powerful at the point of attack in the run game. Cousins His results dont add up to TB12 or Wilson. "The running is the best running I've ever seen from a quarterback other than Michael Vick. 12K 911. I wish Vander Esch was a bit more physical, but that often develops at the pro level. He was also a pro quarterback, so there's that too. 12. Hilarious, Cousins hasnt even played a single regular season Game for Minnesota, and had played on a horrible Washington team. Im not arguing that Rogers isnt more gifted. But enough to unseat Lawrence and his three years' worth of momentum? NFL Draft 2019: Chris Simms' Top 8 Quarterback Rankings | Chris Simms Now, McGlinchey might not be ready to be an NFL left tackle right away. The guy has been outcoached too many times for this to be a coincidence. Wilson ahead of Brady and Ben? That could be with the Los Angeles Chargers. On Wednesday, longtime analyst Chris Simms released his personal list of the top six quarterbacks in the 2021 class on Twitter, a ranking that immediately led several users on the platform to tag the infamous account OldTakesExposed. I think the quarterback class is a hair overrated," Simms said via MMQB.com. Plus, BB has Brady not the other way around. Sam Darnold, 5.) He also came into New England and lit up the Pats on Sunday night football. In addtion, Arizona lacks a true superstaroutside of Larry Fitzgerald, anywaywhich is why Lamar Jackson makes a ton of sense. The season cant start soon enough to suit me. 70 of Simms league-wide quarterback rankings. I could see them going tight end, too. He can shed blockers and create havoc in the backfield. Mayfield is coming around, but as of now definitely belongs behind those two, and Simms was ahead of the curve. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. 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. Vince Williams was OK, but he wasn't good enough in a Steelers defensive scheme that places heavy importance on the position. Has accuracy, touch, and timing.But just not a strong arm. Brady is 41, Rodgers is excellent. Stafford has never had a run game nor a decent line. Chris Simms Has A Message For Those Criticizing His QB Rankings However, cleaning up the trash and covering in the middle of the field has been a problem. The first round will take place on Thursday, with rounds two and three on Friday and the last four on Saturday. Because of this, they're going to make what I like to call an in-your-face pick. He might not dominate every contest, but there's no weakness to his game. 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. For a team that's a little soft in the middle of the defense, James would add a lot. Bryan will be able to make plays next to Jarrett and then kick out to end to bolster Atlanta's pass rush or anchor against the run rotation if needed. Sam Darnold, 3.) August 23, 2018 at 12:25 pm, The Packers are 7-9 without Rodgers every year. Without Brady, the Pats dont come back from a 28-3 deficit against the Falons. 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. 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. The conclusion of Week 18 officially set the draft order for non-playoff teams and, despite the Houston Texans holding on to the No. filthymcnasty3 says: Hurst is an elite athlete, and he's great at making moves both before and after the catch. August 23, 2018 at 11:41 am He's also the draft's most explosive receiver with the ball in his hands. What qualifies Chris Simms to rank a quarterback? His ridiculously strong arm and running expand this offense.But I have questions. Chris Simms ranks the top 16 quarterbacks Posted by Mike Florio on August 23, 2018, 11:09 AM EDT Getty Images Last year, Chris Simms made waves by putting Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles at No. This years draft has come and gone and the 2022 NFL season is quickly approaching, which means its finally time for Chris Simms 2022 Top 40 QB Countdown. He also signed veteran quarterback Drew Stanton. Anyone who claims Brady isnt the GOAT isnt being objective. Brees and Rogers are pretty close behind. Being the armchair NFL GM that I am, how about I treat you all to MY top 16! _________. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 10. He also had 92 carries for 204 yards and five touchdowns. Chris Simms? Where does it say the stats I posted are the only reason I think Phil Simms is a top 50 QB? After Rodgers. He's like Michael Vick. I like his arm, he really reminds of Michael Vick but taller. Wouldnt it make more sense to list some of the other great games that Simms has had? 16. 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. Moore phenomenal at playing the ball in the air, and he'll make life easier on Dak Prescott. Simm's ranking probably won't. If I'm Green Bay, though, I'm looking for a shutdown corner. Both have zero playoff wins. IMO those 4 are on their own level. He also threw far fewer screens than the other top quarterbacks. I can wait for Lamar to prove r/NFL wrong. 1 overall pick, and nothing has changed since. The Buccaneers had the league's 32nd-ranked pass defense last season. 1 receiver in Round 2 is far less likely, so Maryland receiver D.J. So, what will happen this year? And/or you should listen to the full three-hour show on NBC Sports Radio. Watson 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. Chris Simms reveals his 2021 NFL Draft QB rankings - YouTube