The Packers are 7-9 without Rodgers every year. Drafting Payne would add both youth and talent at an area of need for Cincinnati. Enjoy this year because you may be looking at an era of not having a Pro Bowl QB AWW what a shame.. Tampa added Jason Pierre-Paul and Vinny Curry in the offseason, which should boost the pass rush. He's like Michael Vick. 1 selection by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He's looking to pass, yet can make plays with his legs. The New Orleans Saints don't have many big weaknesses. Now, McGlinchey might not be ready to be an NFL left tackle right away. Is hard reset only way to salvage Jets QB dilemma? Coverage of the latest news from around the NFL is available all year round on PFTs Peacock channel. There isn't a quarterback of the future sitting at No. He was a complete bust inn the NFL but now he has all the answers. His results dont add up to TB12 or Wilson. 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. The first round will take place on Thursday, with rounds two and three on Friday and the last four on Saturday. He puts up big stats but so does Kirk Cousins. He's the best player in the draft and the type of running back who comes around only once a decade. The event will be held at Union Station, which is located near the citys World War I Museum and Memorial. This will help take pressure off Wilson. [I've] seen him be durable. 5. These are superstar traits. The guy played outside in 40-degree Wyoming weather and had terrible talent around him. 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"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. 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. Good accuracy, good decision making, and a good athlete. . ======. Why would you refute the statement that Phil Simms has had one great game in his life by posting the career statistics of Simms and Y.A. NBC Sports Philadelphia's Dave Zangaro had both quarterbacks ranked a bit lower than Simms in his recent NFL quarterback rankings. The mental aspect is as impressive as it gets. The 2022 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and there are five quarterback prospects that are in a league of their own. Name another coach with 5 walk off postseason losses? Back in 2015-2016, he said that Jared Goff was nothing special and that he didnt see him having it and that he thought Christian Hackenberg was the better QB because of his special arm strength. Because of this, they're going to make what I like to call an in-your-face pick. Chris Simms Position Rankings through the years. With Ndamukong Suh now playing for the Los Angeles Rams, one of Miami's biggest needs is along the defensive line. This isn't to say Ridley won't be a great NFL receiver. His ridiculously strong arm and running expand this offense.But I have questions. Auburn's Carlton Davis can be that guy. He is that gifted of a runner.". The Packers were 7-9 last year and Rodgers played six full games. This is why I would go with Da'Ron Payne from Alabama. Chris Simms (@CSimmsQB) March 3, 2021 The names are familiar, but the places they land aren't. Any pre-draft ranking that doesn't have Trevor Lawrence at the top will raise eye brows. And his health is an issue on top of it. 10. He has the attributes, though, to be something special. 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. Chris Simms has already started breaking down the top prospects by position on the Chris Simms Unbuttoned podcast. 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. Cleveland gets its quarterback and the Titans get extra draft capitalit's a win-win. There isn't a defensive tackle in the league the Bills will be worried about matching up against Wynn one-on-one. The Seattle Seahawks have a number of needs that could be addressed in Round 1, but the offensive line is by far the biggest. But NO WAY Rodgers is #1! Football season may have come to an end but the NFL action for next season is just beginning! The first round of the 2023 NFL Draft will get underway on Thursday at 8 p.m. RELATED: Expanded 2023 NFL Draft Rankings. However, they have guys they've drafted, and I believe Cincinnati will give them at least one more year to develop. Once again we have no Viking QB to be found in the top 10. #SimmsTop40, #31 Trey LanceOne of the hardest guys to rank. 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). Guess what, Im a Pats fan and dont care who Simms lists as the #1 QB because at the end of the day Im completely fine with 12-14 wins and a shot at the SB every year with TB12. Let's not forget they were in the playoffs two years ago. Brees and Rogers are pretty close behind. I think the quarterback class is a hair overrated," Simms said via MMQB.com. I've been around the NFL a long time, and I love putting my experience and knowledge to work during the predraft process. The 6'1" Davis is phenomenal in man coverage, and he usually played on an island. Now if you are talking about who has been better all time thats different. My 2021 Draft QB Rankings. Yo this sub loves Lamar. But he's not in the trust tree. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. The 2023 NFL Draft will take place in Kansas City, Missouri. Vea is a jaw-dropping player, and I wouldn't be shocked if he goes higher. Smith runs second-fastest 40 by DL since 03, Saleh compares Carr to Stafford pre-Rams trade, Allen to be ready to roll for offseason program, How to maximize leverage of No. He reminds me of Richard Sherman when he was coming out of Stanford, only more athletic and more explosive. Rodgers is in a class by himself. I think he's 7th best. Theres certainly some distance between the quality of #1 to #3. Roethlisberger He'll also be ready to play in Week 1. His lack of outside throws is eye-opening. It's full of drama, and above all else, it's extremely unpredictable. He doesnt even believe his own rankings his sole goal is to be contrarian. Getting a No. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. Wynn should be an elite guard too, as his experience at tackle has helped him develop tremendous footwork and movement skills. in both cases the media anointed #1 pick got/gets more credit for constantly accomplishing less than the guy/s picks later. He played offensive tackle in college, but at 6'3" and 313 pounds, he's physically suited to play guard as a pro. _________________. At the worst, drafting Vander Esch would give Tennessee a very good 3-4 outside linebacker for years. Rodgers He fights for his life every season and doesnt win when it counts. #NBCSports #ChrisSimmsUnbuttoned #KylerMurray #DrewLock #DwayneHaskins #Da. With the size-speed combinations running backs and tight ends are bringing to today's NFL, James is exactly the kind of safety teams need in the second level. 70 of Simms' league-wide quarterback rankings. Based on those numbers most fans know more about the QB position than Chris Simms. Chris Simms goes inside the 2017 NFL draft to break down some of the top quarterbacks and sleepers. James is a tremendous safety. 6. Look at their stats and wins for the last three years and theyre nearly identical. Think of Payne as a young Kawann Short. Now, he is an NFL analyst for Bleacher Report. Draft week is an exciting time in the NFL. 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. 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. And you should. Between missed throws and underthrown balls, Chark saw numerous wasted opportunities that would be touchdowns with an NFL quarterback under center. The Lions need speed on the defensive side, and Alexander is one of the twitchiest, most explosive players in the draft. His short-area quickness is also phenomenal, as evidenced by his 6.71-second three-cone drill and 3.98-second short shuttle. Brees Josh Rosen, 2.) 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. 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. Click here for the full list of participants. I can tell you two things for sure, though: Simms is definitely in the minority with the opinion that Wilson is a better prospect than Lawrence, and Simms has earned the benefit of the doubt with his recent QB prospect takes. 11. freefromwhatyouare says: 17, but I have several concerns about him. The Browns also have Kevin Hogan on the roster. August 23, 2018 at 11:33 am. 1 quarterback, there is a lot to like about Allen. 1) Rodgers Stafford has had better WRs and defenses to. The Jaguars are ready to win the Super Bowl this year. I dont think so. Last year, he had Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert as his top two prospects. Because cracking the top 16 is a great accomplishment? Josh Allen, 3.) Simms had one great game in his life, in the Super Bowl, kind of like Timmy Smith for the Redskins. This year, Simms has gotten started with the top 16. It was a little less than 56 minutes through, but still really bad and on the worse stage. Can the Packer fans say the same thing? His 2018 rankings were scary spot on. I think doing it for a few seasons ought to count for something. 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. He also had 75 carries for 82 yards and five touchdowns. : NFL_Draft 42 Posted by u/Crossfire213 3 days ago Chris Simms Position Rankings through the years. They would get their signal-caller of the future and. 70 on the Simms listing of NFL quarterbacks. Id probably put Brady second but theres no question Rodgers is the best quarterback. However, cleaning up the trash and covering in the middle of the field has been a problem. More first-round QBs within top 22 picks - the better . Rodgers hasnt had enough good performance on the road or coming from behind to put him ahead of at least 5 or 6 QBs on the all time list despite his unbelieve throwing ability. August 23, 2018 at 12:25 pm, The Packers are 7-9 without Rodgers every year. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Then you all surprise me once again. Garoppolo Vikings Fan here: B/R's Matt Miller currently ranks Jackson as hisNo. 10. The biggest miss here is somehow nobody has told Simms that you dont button the top button of a shirt unless youre wearing a tie. 12. 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. The Dallas Cowboys could use a middle linebacker, but that's a need they can address in the second round. Without Belichick, the Patriots dont hold the Seahawks and Falcons scoreless in the 4th quarter of those games and Brady wouldnt have been able to come back. 27, and there isn't an edge-rusher worthy of this pick. The 2023 NFL Combine takes place on Thursday, March 2 through Sunday, March 5 at Lucas Oil Stadiumhome of the Indianapolis Colts. With a little guidance from Patriots line coach Dante Scarnecchia, Miller has the potential to be New England's left tackle for years. For a team that values versatility and playmaking along the defensive front, Bryan is a great fit. August 23, 2018 at 11:46 am 26. It's drafts like these when I'm so glad I'm not our GM, Kevin Colbert. Chris Simms unveils his 2021 NFL Draft QB rankings, where BYU's Zach Wilson is slated No. Baker Mayfield, 4.) QB #38 Teddy BridgewaterHe is the ultimate backup. Those two years, their record was a combined 5-12-1 (.306) without Rodgers and 10-4 (.714) with him. Ultimately, though, they'll pull the trigger on Notre Dame tackle Mike McGlinchey. This is why I'd scoop up Washington's Vita Vea. Jun 22, 2020. Will Hernandez is a hulking, powerful guard at 6'2" and 327 pounds. If he had a better quarterback in college, this wouldn't be the case. 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. Instead, the Colts should go with Texas-San Antonio pass-rusher Marcus Davenport. 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. His ability to keep plays alive contributes to his value. Holding down the fort, but didn't do anything last yr to prove he's the Lions future.#SimmsTop40. Sims is a Brady hater. 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. Cousins When Simms ranks RBs or defenses, where oh where will the Packers be? 6. I dont think so. Is Rosen the ideal prospect from an athletic standpoint? I think he'll be a decent starter for some time in the NFL. In 2018, he said. No. Patricia is a defensive coach, and he's going to want his defense to look good in his first year. pic.twitter.com/rZeDm0qQrl. He will neutralize interior pass-rushers, which will also make life easier on Wilson. Luck should not be on the list at all. NFL analyst Chris Simms has taken a lot of heat over the past 24 hours for his controversial QB rankings. This is a no-brainer pick for the Tennessee Titans. Discussion I got bored and tried to make a file that shows Chris Simms position rankings over the last several years. He did get his team to a SB and was on the upswing. #28 Marcus MariotaHe's big (size is a skill), can run, with a pretty good arm. Lamar Jackson, 2.) Chubb actually reminds me of Giants edge-rusher Olivier Vernon. Ward isn't my favorite corner in this class, but that's a reflection on the quality of this corner class and not necessarily a negative on Ward. The Baltimore Ravens could go a number of ways at No. August 23, 2018 at 11:21 am The Patriots have their next Solder sitting at No. On the latest episode ofThe Simms & Lefkoe Podcast, Simms said he's seen enough from Jackson over the last two seasons at Louisville to believe he has all of the traits necessary to succeed at the next level. Kerry Collins also has similar career stats to Y.A. I could see the Atlanta Falcons looking at a tight end at No. I'm going with Josh Rosen. The Indianapolis Colts have a lot of holes on their roster and could go many different ways at No. This is why it's Derwin James all the way here for me. And if you think P Simms is a top 50 QB ever, you know even less about QBs than Pats or Viking fans. The guy has been outcoached too many times for this to be a coincidence. Baker Mayfield, 4.) He has quick hands and can disengage blocks as fast as anyone in the draft. Haters gonna hate The Rams made the playoffs, have a young, exciting signal-caller in Jared Goff and added a bunch of wonderful pieces in free agency. 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. 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. Barkley is going to be even better with the Giants than he was in college. LSU's Chark is one of the most underrated wideouts in the draft. Wonder where he rates himself on the all time list? freefromwhatyouare says: Here are his QB prospect rankings: He didn't make the QB prospect ranking video for the 2017 draft class, but while he was at Bleacher Report he had came out to say that Patrick Mahomes Is 2017 NFL Draft's Most Special QB Talent. Richardson, a North Carolina native, established the NFL franchise in 1993 and the Panthers played their first season in 1995. These two picks, however, didnt quite pan out, as Fenimore played only 10 games and Harmon opted to leave professional football for a career in Hollywood and duty in the U.S. military during World War II. 26-28 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. 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. 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. Would Simms really prefer Patrick Mahomes to Drew Brees in that situation? The unnamed Pats assistant'(gopher) in OConners book. He also signed veteran quarterback Drew Stanton. RELATED: Dvorchaks 2023 NFL Mock Draft 1.0. Simms hasnt let go of his hatred that he didnt have McVay as his coach and he takes it out on Goff in these rankings. When asked to rank the quarterbacks, they were as follows: The Cleveland Browns have the No. You must be logged in to leave a comment. South Carolina's Hayden Hurst is the best tight end in the draftI see a more gifted Dallas Clark. L.A. doesn't have any glaring weaknesses, so it can afford to take Darnold and sit him for a couple of years. Landry is arguably the draft's most natural pass-rusher. I could see him as a starter one day.#SimmsTop40, #33 Geno SmithIt's been a long time since his NY struggles. "The most confusing thing to me is that Sam Darnold is definitely the number one or two pick by everyone. But I would never want him starting for my football team. Honorable mention: Winston, Goff, Carr and Mariota. 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. Dallas will be able to use him immediately, and he could become a top-five NFL wideout in a couple of years. Well, that isn't what you'll find here. If you can't win in man, he doesn't believe you can win. 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. I mean, that could be a part of the equation. Nelson is one of the best players in this draft, and he'll help the Broncos in two big ways. The Cardinals have Sam Bradford and Mike Glennon, so Jackson will have time to develop. Brady has Belichick. ET. Chris Simms Rankings of the 2018 QB Draft Class: 1.) Consider it built on each team's needs and how I would address them if each franchise gave me the keys to its general manager's office. I wont argue too much if someone wants to put him ahead of Brady, although I disagree. Sam Darnold, 5.) 1 receiver in Round 2 is far less likely, so Maryland receiver D.J. He was the only person who had Herbert over Tua last year. Tough to give him all the credit and none of the blame. What qualifies you fan boys to say anything about the NFL? 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. He said this on Bleacher Report. And they likely get beat by a lot more than 8 points in last years SB. 1 QB. Most people I see are saying he's underrated and one of the better QB's. Former NFL quarterback Chris Simms made waves last year by placing Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles at No. A project at the position won't cut it. 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. Always quick to discount any success and just give it to scheme and coaching. Great point. Florio knows whats up. He wasnt even top 10 when he was healthy. He's a consistent, accurate thrower, and the Jets should have to change little about their offense to transition from Josh McCown to Rosen. 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.. The last time Chicago picked first in the NFL Draft was 1947, when they selected halfback Bob Fenimore. Im not arguing that Rogers isnt more gifted. If you're one-on-one with him, he can break your ankles. Without him, they would be 4-12 or 5-11 every year. Plus he never lets other scouts' opinions sway him and his evaluations. Here's where I would say the QBs are best to be drafted at. Florida's Taven Bryan has the perfect skill set to fill that role in the Seattle-style defensive scheme the Falcons run. Seattle Seahawks (via the Denver Broncos), Philadelphia Eagles (via the New Orleans Saints), Houston Texans (via the Cleveland Browns), New Orleans Saints (via 49ers, by way of Broncos and Dolphins). Theres a case to be made. It could also go cornerback, but there isn't one worth taking this high. Not a member? This is just another example. Simms' rankings probably won't sit well with Vernon Adams. RELATED: Bears land No. 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 Buccaneers had the league's 32nd-ranked pass defense last season. Adding him would plug one of the few holes Minnesota has. What does Simms know about quarterbacks? 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. He'll fit right in with Seattle's aggressive identity, and he'll help restore balance to the Seahawks offense. Adding McGlinchey would give Shanahan what he likes and give the 49ers their heir at left tackle. That INT from 2017? Name another coach that allowed Colin Kaepernick to go for 444 yards.. Colin Kaepernick!!!!.. Can 49ers fix his accuracy/mechanics?He has the potential to shoot up this list.#SimmsTop40, #30 Jared GoffTougher than he gets credit for, willing to take a hit in the pocket. LOL. Cousins QB #36 Tyrod TaylorA backup I like, but I wish you could depend on him to stay healthy. The Vikings had more injuries than the Packers and went 13-3. ESPN's Chris Mortensen believes that the decision comes down to Darnold or Allen. Plus, BB has Brady not the other way around. However, there's a bigger hole at wide receiver. Obviously anyone who is not a complete clueless clown has both Phil Simms and Y.A. By adding Chubb, the Browns would be getting a guy who'll go to a handful of Pro Bowls and be a really good football player for as long as Cleveland wants to keep him. 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 He's one of the safest picks in the draft, and he's a tremendous fit for the Dallas Cowboys-style scheme Colts defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus will run. 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. 5. I dont think theres anything he does elite physically. This never made any sense to me. Plus he never lets other scouts' opinions sway him and his evaluations. 31 in the form of UCLA's Kolton Miller. The team made the playoffs eight times while he was the owner . The Giants are closer than many people think. He'll add some punch up front in the running game, and he'll ensure Keenum has the time in the pocket to do what he was brought in to do. 4. 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. And wasn't helped by a repetitive offense that was easy to figure out.But can't trust him. Simm's ranking probably won't. Register now! Vea's results speak for themselves, and he made for one of the most fun watches in my predraft process. Wouldnt it make more sense to list some of the other great games that Simms has had? 1 overall pick, and nothing has changed since. Big arm with one of the quicker releases in the league. Good thing the VIkings have a top 5 defense every year, and dont need a top 10 QB to be competitive. 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.