"I played right and left guard," Daniels explained, per Mark Emmert of HawksCentral.com. Third String QB! That's going to open things up for Elliott and the run game. The Cincinnati Bengals could use help on the offensive line. I like Roquan Smith for the Oakland Raiders at No. Good thing the VIkings have a top 5 defense every year, and dont need a top 10 QB to be competitive. 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. The play here is Mike Hughes from Central Florida. Some of his pro comparisons are outrageous, but the Clemson QB has every box checked: arm strength, mobility, athleticism, ability to read the field, the clutch gene, big hands, whatever you can think of. So heres a Vikings fan going nuts I guess. Be sure to subscribe toChris Simms Unbuttonedfor more on the2022 NFL season as well as an unfiltered look at the NFL, featuring player access, unabashed opinion, X&O film breakdown, and stories from a life in and around football. With the real thing just weeks away, its never too early to start putting together mock drafts. While Moore has room to grow as a receiver, he's one of the most gifted athletes in the draft. And/or you should download the podcast, which has every hour of every show. Chris Simms? Plus, new defensive coordinator Mike Pettine is used to having guys like Darrelle Revis and Joe Haden on an island, which gives him more freedom with his defense. 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. It makes more sense, though, to make a pick that helps them get back to their defensive identity. 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. It's drafts like these when I'm so glad I'm not our GM, Kevin Colbert. 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. Mayfield is a pure thrower, and he'll have no issues cutting through the winter weather in Buffalo. RELATED:What Colts offer to Bears for No. He had the 2nd highest QBR in the league as, I think? And they likely get beat by a lot more than 8 points in last years SB. Dont usually watch these but curious if hes always a jerk. Rovers He has great get-off, elite bend and tremendous strength. Indianapolis could go offensive line, though I believe the line is in better shape than people realize. Brady cant throw downfield to save his life. The Browns could win this draft by making this move. With another thrilling NFL regular season in the books, teams now set their sights on the 2023 NFL Draft in hopes of finding talent that can change the future of their organization. ************************************. IMO those 4 are on their own level. Chris Simms ranks the top eight quarterbacks heading into the 2019 NFL Draft. QB #39 Kenny PickettHe's a good athlete. Roethlisberger 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. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, The team at NBC Sports EDGE has you set with this content hub. This year's draft has come and gone and the 2022 NFL season is quickly approaching, which means it . I don't see a superstar in Ridley, but he can be a very, very good receiver, and he can be one from Day 1. Anyone who claims Brady isnt the GOAT isnt being objective. 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. Smith, ariani1985 says: in both cases the media anointed #1 pick got/gets more credit for constantly accomplishing less than the guy/s picks later. Over the last three years, Simms has been pretty spot-on with his draft analysis. He can use his speed to get around the edge (he ran a 4.64-second 40 at the combine), and he can power through if the edge isn't there. Landry could lead the NFL in sacks a few times in his career, and he's a guy Ravens fans will love. 3. Bryan reminds me of a poor man's J.J. Watt or Michael Bennett in terms of power and agility at the point of attack. L.A. doesn't have any glaring weaknesses, so it can afford to take Darnold and sit him for a couple of years. This is why Oklahoma's Baker Mayfield is still available at No. Book it. 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'll fit right in replacing Colvin, and with a little seasoning may be able to move to the outside if Jacksonville decides it can't afford Jalen Ramsey or A.J. He has a message for his critics. 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. No, but he's a polished dropback passer and is the prospect most likely to succeed if asked to win games as a rookie. There are concerns about his 56.2 completion percentage, but I'm sick of hearing about them. suckafree9rs415 says: His ability to keep plays alive contributes to his value. He'll provide the same things the Redskins got from Su'a Cravens when he was healthy, but he'll do them better. Brady has Belichick. Wilson Last year, he had Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert as his top two prospects. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could use help along the offensive line, but they should be able to find it at the top of Round 2. 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. Rodgers Last year, Chris Simms made waves by putting Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles at No. Aaron Rodgers is a fantastic QB, but hes not done nearly enough to be considered the GOAT. October 3, 2018 at 2:30 pm Wynn should be an elite guard too, as his experience at tackle has helped him develop tremendous footwork and movement skills. 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. Pittsburgh has a massive hole at middle linebacker, left after Ryan Shazier went down. It wouldn't hurt to have another downfield playmaker, but that doesn't fit Blake Bortles' strengths. I think hes great though. 4. It is also worth noting that he recorded an entire feature video for Bleacher Report ahead of the 2017 NFL Draft touting Patrick Mahomes as the most special talent in the draft. Hmm Andrew Luck, even tho he aint played for the past two years lol Chile, pleeze lol. 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 ______________. Viking fans will go nuts which is hilarious. How does Stafford belong in the top 15 but not COusins? I think he's 7th best. 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!!!!.. ZenMaster. Hes a good QB on a bad team, and the cant seem to get over the hump. If you, like me, do not consume college football religiously and/or grind prospect tape (Ryan Phillips is responsible for that sort of thing at The Big Lead), this is a scalding take. Hughes would give Green Bay a shutdown man corner and special teams value. But he's not in the trust tree. "[Moving to wide receiver] is the dumbest f--king thing I've ever heard," he said. He can do a little bit of everything well. Played against big talent. 2018 was Simms' most impressive act. He's the best player in the draft and the type of running back who comes around only once a decade. He wasnt even top 10 when he was healthy. Spoiler: Bortles didn't make it. [I've] seen him throw the touch. Josh Allen, 3.) The Buccaneers had the league's 32nd-ranked pass defense last season. Kirk Cousins is so good, the Vikings defense has decided theyre no longer necessary. Rodgers He fights for his life every season and doesnt win when it counts. RELATED: 2023 NFL draft order: Top 18 picks are set with Bears at No. That wasn't necessarily an unpopular opinion at the time; the questions about Mahomes entering the draft that year was not about his talent but if he could harness it effectively. Press J to jump to the feed. 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. freefromwhatyouare says: Just mere months remain until the draft, as prospects gather to kickstart their careers and fulfill lifelong dreams. Wilson ahead of Brady and Ben? He's got a really good eye for QB talents and a team looking for a quarterback in the upcoming draft should really take his opinions under consideration. I like his arm, he really reminds of Michael Vick but taller. Runs like a slot receiver and can make all the throws. He's a perfect 4-3 defensive tackle. Vikings Fan here: 1 followed by Drew Lock. Moore is the right pick here. This is why it makes sense to add Iowa's James Daniels. 1 spot for the majority of the season, a Texans victory against the Colts ultimately handed the top position to the Chicago Bears. NBC analyst and former NFL quarterback Chris Simms releases his quarterback rankings each year ahead of every draft, and he has weighed in with his top five for 2022 ahead of the Thursday's first . With that said, Darnold can correct these issues and become a successful NFL quarterback, but he'll have to be in the right situation. Barkley is going to be even better with the Giants than he was in college. 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. Obviously anyone who is not a complete clueless clown has both Phil Simms and Y.A. They hold the No. This is just another example. He used to play quarterback, he's Phil Simms' son and he's smart. Tittle in their Top 50 QBs of all time. He has a 126 Rating, are you only worried about the moment being too big for him? Chubb's addition would also automatically put the team in the conversation for having the best pass-rusher duo in football with him and Garrett. 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. See below to find out who made the top 5 names for each position. Whos the hater here? Most people I see are saying he's underrated and one of the better QB's. This is why Leighton Vander Esch makes a ton of sense for Tennessee. NFL analyst Chris Simms has taken a lot of heat over the past 24 hours for his controversial QB rankings. Plus, BB has Brady not the other way around. 24. 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. Former NFL quarterback Chris Simms made waves last year by placing Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles at No. 1 overall pick would look like, Bears land No. Josh Rosen This thread is archived 15. Chubb actually reminds me of Giants edge-rusher Olivier Vernon. Im not arguing that Rogers isnt more gifted. I know my good friend Kyle Shanahan loves athletic offensive linemen, and at 33, Joe Staley is getting up there in age. 1 overall pick, and nothing has changed since. It's full of drama, and above all else, it's extremely unpredictable. ____________. ET. I figured I'd share this because some of the rankings are quite interesting. He isn't the best at any one thing among the draft's top quarterbacks, he doesn't have ideal pocket presence, his mechanics are ugly and he has a major turnover problem. He will be the first name called in the 2021 NFL Draft and will head to Jacksonville soon after. 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.. Perhaps he talked to the teams who reportedly also have Wilson above Lawrence on draft boards. Youve got the chops. Im not so sure. To me, this pick comes down to Chark or Ohio State cornerback Denzel Ward. I'm going with Josh Rosen. Not a member? What planet is Simms on? Dallas can use him to attack downfield, but it can also use him on screens and speed-sweeps and even out of the backfield. This is why Alabama's Calvin Ridley makes sense at No. 3. NFL quarterback rankings 2022: Chris Simms' top 40 QB countdown ahead of upcoming NFL season. Hes just not the best. Simm's ranking probably won't. RELATED: Dvorchaks 2023 NFL Mock Draft 1.0. Chris Simms like most of these commentators are to be taken with a grain of salt. That INT from 2017? 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. Top 5. Garoppolo Register now! Florio knows whats up. He can be a force in the run game, too. This year, Simms has gotten started with the top 16. The returns are still early, but both of those guys look better than Dwayne Haskins or Ryan Finley, while the jury is still out on Daniel Jones. Taping the podcast soon with full breakdown/explanation. Based on your reasoning, Kerry Collins is also one of the top 50 QBs of all time. Dilfer > Every single player whos ever worn that ugly, purple, Vikings uniform. I dont think so. Now that the Bills have addressed the quarterback position, they need to strengthen the offensive line in front of him. Cousins. He puts up big stats but so does Kirk Cousins. He had the best Wonderlic score among top quarterback prospects, has elite size at 6'5", 237 pounds, has elite athleticism for that size and has as an arm that is John Elway-esque. Lawrence has been wearing the crown of the Next Big Thing for years. The Packers are 7-9 without Rodgers every year. This isn't to say Ridley won't be a great NFL receiver. He has an explosive first step and great hand usage, and he's a force at the point of attack. Drafting Payne would add both youth and talent at an area of need for Cincinnati. The event will be held at Union Station, which is located near the citys World War I Museum and Memorial. 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. 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. Has accuracy, touch, and timing.But just not a strong arm. Dan Quinn blew a double digit lead in remarkable fashion. More first-round QBs within top 22 picks - the better . He will neutralize interior pass-rushers, which will also make life easier on Wilson. I could see the Atlanta Falcons looking at a tight end at No. At this spot, Boston College's Harold Landry is the perfect mix of player, position and value. This year, Simms has gotten started with the top 16. They would get their signal-caller of the future and. 6. Being the armchair NFL GM that I am, how about I treat you all to MY top 16! Not really. Can the Packer fans say the same thing? I don't like the idea of drafting a 6'1" quarterback who runs a 4.84-second 40-yard dash in the top 10. Irrelevant at 262. 319 prospects representing over 100 schools will showcase their skills and athletic ability in front of the leagues coaches, scouts, and team owners. hris Simms gets it. He has a great base, always keeps his feet under him and churning and won't be overpowered. He was also a pro quarterback, so there's that too. I was replying to one of your fellow clowns who said Phil Simms has had one great game in his life. 1 leg. I also like that Hernandez has a bit of nasty in him. Chris Simms QB rankings. At least, I sort of hope so. 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. My 2021 Draft QB Rankings. "The most confusing thing to me is that Sam Darnold is definitely the number one or two pick by everyone. not that I particularly care what Chris Simms thinks about who the top 16 are. Dolphins can win with him, they just can't put it all on his back. 1 quarterback, there is a lot to like about Allen. They dont light the Seahawks up in the 4th quarter. But he still has a question mark in the pocket #SimmsTop40. 70 of Simms' league-wide quarterback rankings. Arizona is also a perfect situation for Jackson. Brees and Rogers are pretty close behind. How is Ben ranked 6th here and Brees is ranked 10. Tittle. His 2018 rankings were scary spot on. This will be the first time that Kansas City has hosted the NFL Draft since its inception in 1936. #28 Marcus MariotaHe's big (size is a skill), can run, with a pretty good arm. Hurst is an elite athlete, and he's great at making moves both before and after the catch. LSU's Chark is one of the most underrated wideouts in the draft. 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. Plus he never lets other scouts' opinions sway him and his evaluations. Now if you are talking about who has been better all time thats different. 2) Brady 26. Maybe if Rodgers played better he would make his coach look better like Brady does. Plus he never lets other scouts' opinions sway him and his evaluations. The first round of the 2023 NFL Draft will get underway on Thursday at 8 p.m. But he posses many of the traditionally desired characteristics of a great quarterback. 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. 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). Here's where I would say the QBs are best to be drafted at. The Giants are closer than many people think. 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. 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. I would be more worried about Reid coaching in that spot than the QB.