He has plenty of size at 6'4" and 347 pounds, but he isn't just a space-eater who makes a mosh pit of things in the middle. The rest of the 2023 NFL Draft order, with the position of the Eagles and Chiefs to be determined by Super Bowl results, is below. He reminds me a lot of Andy Dalton and while Dalton is a pretty good QB, I don't think if he were to be drafted today, he would be worth an early 1st round pick and more of a mid 1st. The Packers are also in a divisionthe NFC Norththat has a lot of quarterback talent and offensive firepower. I've been around the NFL a long time, and I love putting my experience and knowledge to work during the predraft process. Because of the Simmms name he gets to have a weekly ranking and he has a Rodgers love and then no matter the order after that. =====. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. So heres a Vikings fan going nuts I guess. He's a better runner than Vince Young or RG3 and it's not even close," he said. lol @ Andrew Luck. I also think he is the only reason Green Bay isnt 7-9 every year. That's why I'd take Tremaine Edmunds from Virginia Tech. ======. These are. Plus, BB has Brady not the other way around. Too many people are sleeping on him. Lol, dude is a joke. His lack of outside throws is eye-opening. This is why I would go with Da'Ron Payne from Alabama. However, they have guys they've drafted, and I believe Cincinnati will give them at least one more year to develop. If you're one-on-one with him, he can break your ankles. On Monday, March 29, Chris Simms sat down with Paul Burmeister to discuss his top cornerbacks and safeties ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft, scheduled to take place on April 29-May 1, 2021, in . However, I wouldn't go quarterback if I'm Miami, and I'm not mocking trades, so Buffalo gets its man. Last years list ranked Patrick Mahomes (KC), JoshAllen (BUF), and Aaron Rodgers (GB) as the top 3 quarterbacks all three made the playoffs, and Rodgers was named league MVP for the fourth time in his career. The last time Chicago picked first in the NFL Draft was 1947, when they selected halfback Bob Fenimore. Wynn should be an elite guard too, as his experience at tackle has helped him develop tremendous footwork and movement skills. For simms to be the list guy and not fight for this guy shows very weak sauce. Bleacher Report NFL analyst Chris Simms has Lamar Jackson pegged as the No. Between missed throws and underthrown balls, Chark saw numerous wasted opportunities that would be touchdowns with an NFL quarterback under center. Hes a good QB on a bad team, and the cant seem to get over the hump. Patrick Mahomes Is 2017 NFL Draft's Most Special QB Talent. 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. 1 selection by the Jacksonville Jaguars. "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. The team at NBC Sports EDGE has you set with this content hub as a one-stop-shop for all of your draft needs, from prospect rankings to mock drafts to NFL Combine notes, and more to come as we get closer to the big event in April. 7. 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. Vikings Fan here: 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. General Manager John Dorsey acquired veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor in a trade with the Buffalo Bills. I dont think theres anything he does elite physically. Now that the Bills have addressed the quarterback position, they need to strengthen the offensive line in front of him. 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. 9. He's great against both the run and pass, and he can bring pressure up the middle. Register now! He also had 92 carries for 204 yards and five touchdowns. 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. Yea I remember seeing him play once. ZenMaster. Great point. 15. 12K 911. . This year, Simms has gotten started with the top 16. Does anyone else feel like the media is overcompensating for Bill Polian's comments on Lamar Jackson. Ryan 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. Rodgers He fights for his life every season and doesnt win when it counts. 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. I wish Vander Esch was a bit more physical, but that often develops at the pro level. "I have the least questions about Lamar Jackson,"hesaid. He has a great base, always keeps his feet under him and churning and won't be overpowered. 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. I wish he wasn't so robotic, his improvisation does not match his athleticism. 1 on the list, even though hes playing on No. He is one of the least talked-about prospects in this draft, but he deserves to go in the first round. He puts up big stats but so does Kirk Cousins. How many games has Watson played? Chris Simms rating QBs is like Trump rating Presidents. Tampa added Jason Pierre-Paul and Vinny Curry in the offseason, which should boost the pass rush. 1 overall pick would look like, Bears land No. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. Coverage of the latest news from around the NFL is available all year round on PFTs Peacock channel. Sims was a mediocre QB. 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. Now it's time to improve the secondary. I won't predict trades because, well, that's just as silly as pretending to know what teams are thinking. , Watch HERE: https://t.co/slMluF62PX pic.twitter.com/pfPlPyi02i, Sunday Night Football on NBC (@SNFonNBC) May 27, 2022, He has the talent to be in the Top 15. 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. In 2018, he said. Im a Vikings fan and I think Rodgers is the best QB in the league. He is easily one of the top interior linemen in the draft, and he got a lot of useful experience playing in Iowa's pro-style offense. Discussion I got bored and tried to make a file that shows Chris Simms position rankings over the last several years. The Browns could win this draft by making this move. It could also go cornerback, but there isn't one worth taking this high. 2. And/or you should download the podcast, which has every hour of every show. 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. Instead, the Colts should go with Texas-San Antonio pass-rusher Marcus Davenport. If the Cardinals want to throw him in sub-packages as a runner or a receiver as a rookie to get him used to the speed of the game, that's great. Watson Pittsburgh's middle linebacker play really suffered without Shazier. The Cardinals have Sam Bradford and Mike Glennon, so Jackson will have time to develop. Not nearly as bold a ranking as the one above, but he was still right. If Allen threw 10 passes a game behind the line of scrimmage, we wouldn't be talking about his completion percentage. #NBCSports #ChrisSimmsUnbuttoned #NFLDraft2019 Subscribe to NBC Sports: https://www.youtube.com/nbcsports. 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. Wynn will help improve the Buffalo running game and will help protect AJ McCarron and/or Mayfield from the interior pass rush. Green when he came out of Georgia in 2011. Earlier this Summer, Chris Simms released his highly anticipated list of top 40 quarterbacks in the NFL. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. gave the Browns Allen and Penn State running back Saquon Barkley in his latest mock draft. And if you think P Simms is a top 50 QB ever, you know even less about QBs than Pats or Viking fans. RELATED: 2023 NFL draft order: Top 18 picks are set with Bears at No. He has starting QB-worthy qualities. This is why finding a new running mate for Stephon Gilmore will be imperative. Because cracking the top 16 is a great accomplishment? I know the Dolphins like Mayfield too, so I won't be surprised if the Bills make a trade to leapfrog them. He's a consistent, accurate thrower, and the Jets should have to change little about their offense to transition from Josh McCown to Rosen. He's built a lot like Solder with long arms (34 ) and above-average height (6'9"). Wentz October 3, 2018 at 2:30 pm NBC Sports has you covered with all you need to know about this years draft coverage including the start times, full schedule, dates, TV channels, location, draft order and more. It wouldn't hurt to have another downfield playmaker, but that doesn't fit Blake Bortles' strengths. Lest we forget, the lead-up to that draft was rife with takes about how Jackson would be better off playing a different position, and he won MVP as a quarterback two years later. Learn how your comment data is processed. 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. So maybe he does know what he's talking about and isn't just ranking Lawrence second to drive engagement. 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. I could see him as a starter one day.#SimmsTop40, #33 Geno SmithIt's been a long time since his NY struggles. He can make plays as a 3-technique. Hilarious, Cousins hasnt even played a single regular season Game for Minnesota, and had played on a horrible Washington team. Chubb actually reminds me of Giants edge-rusher Olivier Vernon. He's a legitimate playmaker. ====== 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. He also signed veteran quarterback Drew Stanton. 16. The Bills need a franchise quarterback, and they'll get one in Mayfield. 1. And they likely get beat by a lot more than 8 points in last years SB. 6. Prescott Georgia's Isaiah Wynn is the perfect fit for the Buffalo offense. 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. Without Brady, the Pats dont come back from a 28-3 deficit against the Falons. I figured I'd share this because some of the rankings are quite interesting. Book it. Simm's ranking probably won't. Chris Simms QB rankings. I know my good friend Kyle Shanahan loves athletic offensive linemen, and at 33, Joe Staley is getting up there in age. 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. Tittle. I think Rosen is easily the safest pick who has the 3rd highest upside (which is still great). The guy played outside in 40-degree Wyoming weather and had terrible talent around him. While Daniels primarily played center in college, he did play some guard and appears willing to play the position in the NFL. The first draft in NFL history took place at Philadelphias Ritz-Carlton Hotel, where the nine teams in existence at the time gathered to select from a pool of 90 players. 3. [I've] seen him throw the touch. The Vikings aren't especially weak there, but Joe Berger's retirement does create a hole. 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. And/or you should listen to the full three-hour show on NBC Sports Radio. Simms had one great game in his life, in the Super Bowl, kind of like Timmy Smith for the Redskins. 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). Press J to jump to the feed. This Zach Wilson is very very intriguing - I don't remember the last mock draft where he is not the #2 QB. He doesnt even believe his own rankings his sole goal is to be contrarian. Based on your reasoning, Kerry Collins is also one of the top 50 QBs of all time. Green Bay relies to much on elite QB play and huge plays. 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. 8. Adding him to Carson Wentz on this Eagles offense makes too much sense. 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. Nelson is one of the best players in this draft, and he'll help the Broncos in two big ways. Chris Simms Rankings of the 2018 QB Draft Class: 1.) Spoiler: Bortles didn't make it. ajzinnecker says: Honorable mention: Winston, Goff, Carr and Mariota. The biggest thing, though, is Evans is a three-down linebacker with good size (6'3", 234 lbs) and top-tier athleticism. suckafree9rs415 says: Yes, he has an eye for talent, but he has been equally wrong before and the much touted 2018 QB rankings were revised by him before the draft. There's one glaring weakness for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and it should be obvious. This mock draft is based primarily on my research and analysis. I see Aaron paving the way for all these great up and coming QBs. In the NFL it's not all about size or build; it's about results. So most years the Packers win the division and end up in at least the divisional round of the playoffs, if not the NFCCG. That INT from 2017? There are concerns about his 56.2 completion percentage, but I'm sick of hearing about them. He has starting QB qualities, and I bet he has a long leash as the Falcons starter this season.#SimmsTop40, #27 Mitchell TrubiskyAlthough it was just preseason, he really did look like a different guy w/ the Bills, in an offense much more advanced than Matt Nagy's.Trubisky has real talent, strong arm & athletic. Most people I see are saying he's underrated and one of the better QB's. The Packers are 7-9 without Rodgers every year. This isn't to say Ridley won't be a great NFL receiver. Look at their stats and wins for the last three years and theyre nearly identical. But NO WAY Rodgers is #1! 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. The next big thing would be the mental aspectThird would be leadership, the effect you have on the football teamand the last one to me would be pocket presence, because there is something to thatThose four things to me are really the way I break it down.. IMO those 4 are on their own level. If you can't win in man, he doesn't believe you can win. He can both help protect Jimmy Garoppolo and lead Shanahan's run game. Smith The Giants are closer than many people think. Carolina needs a downfield playmaker who can make an impact right away. Chris Simms does not agree with the consensus and went against the grain (catching a lot of flak in the process) by releasing his QB prospect rankings for this year's draft today, listing BYU's Zach Wilson over Lawrence. Obviously anyone who is not a complete clueless clown has both Phil Simms and Y.A. He doesn't see the field well and flat-out misses WAY too many big throws downfield. _________________. This is why Louisville's Jaire Alexander would be my choice. The Baltimore Ravens could go a number of ways at No. Be sure to followProFootballTalkfor breaking news, updates, and much more! Russ had an all-time defense. Does he still have Garoppolo in the top ten? 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. Mayfield is coming around, but as of now definitely belongs behind those two, and Simms was ahead of the curve. 1 QB. But this is a results business. 5. QB #38 Teddy BridgewaterHe is the ultimate backup. 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. What qualifies you fan boys to say anything about the NFL? The guy has been outcoached too many times for this to be a coincidence. Whos falling on this sword and reciting the top 16 in the comments? Hows that roster coming along? Phil Simms unveils his 2019 NFL Draft QB rankings and explains why he's high on Daniel Jones and Clayton Thorson. August 23, 2018 at 12:25 pm, The Packers are 7-9 without Rodgers every year. Hell be on the list by the end of the year, Hell be on the list by the end of the year Major Applewhite is gonna have to whoop his ass again. 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. Still, a positive mark on Simms' resume here. Darnold completed 303-of-480 passes for 4,143 yards, 26 touchdowns and 13 interceptions last season. Thats why hes the best in the game. Brady cant throw downfield to save his life. What planet is Simms on? 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. Colin K. is awful, but he wasnt always. Lamar Jackson, 2.) 4. I like his arm, he really reminds of Michael Vick but taller. The Oregon quarterback says he's the second-best QB in the draft, ahead of both Lynch and Goff. How is Cousins not in the top 15? Former NFL quarterback Chris Simms made waves last year by placing Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles at No. Brees and Rogers are pretty close behind. : NFL_Draft 42 Posted by u/Crossfire213 3 days ago Chris Simms Position Rankings through the years. IMO those 4 are on their own level. I was replying to one of your fellow clowns who said Phil Simms has had one great game in his life. 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? _________. 4. The Indianapolis Colts have a lot of holes on their roster and could go many different ways at No. Tittle? Bleacher Report NFL Analyst Chris Simms evaluates this year's NFL Draft QB prospects. Stafford has had better WRs and defenses to. Garoppolo The unnamed Pats assistant'(gopher) in OConners book. I think Cousins will move up this on this list next year just because hes playing on a better team. Brady He wins, and wins when it counts, with the rings to prove it. "You get to see everything. His throwing motion has to be the most hideous thing in the NFL, but it works for him. 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. 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. Plus, BB has Brady not the other way around. 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. His results dont add up to TB12 or Wilson. On Wednesdays PFT Live, Simms unveiled his updated top 16, after four weeks of the 2018 season. Jimmy G will rip this list to shreds. I like Roquan Smith for the Oakland Raiders at No. For every amazing throw, Allen will throw 3 terrible throws. It was a little less than 56 minutes through, but still really bad and on the worse stage. I don't see Ward as a top-tier outside cornerback. My 2021 Draft QB Rankings. 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. The California native completed 152-of-270 passes for 1,812 yards, 16 touchdowns and six interceptions. He's aggressive, has a high motor and a ton of upside. They aren't one defensive back away from having a good defense; they're several away. But enough to unseat Lawrence and his three years' worth of momentum? He checks just about every box. They could also use a cornerback, but they at least have Josh Norman on one side and Fabian Moreau to develop. 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. Moore is the perfect weapon to pair with Ezekiel Elliott because opposing defenses will think twice about leaving him one-on-one in coverage. Wish there was more big play ability and aggressiveness, but I have no doubt he is ready for the NFL. 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. QB #39 Kenny PickettHe's a good athlete. Maybe if Rodgers played better he would make his coach look better like Brady does. Brady has had incredible success but hes always had a much better team around him, and certainly better coaching, than Rodgers has had. I see the talent. He's a bit lean, but I don't really mind that too much. I don't know if I could pass on Jackson at #28 and I'm confident he will. He was the only person who had Herbert over Tua last year. 5. Without Brady, the Pats dont come back from a 28-3 deficit against the Falons. I don't watch a lot of college football but based on Chris Simms' opinion, my ranking would be: 1.) 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. I would be more worried about Reid coaching in that spot than the QB. You got nothing. While the hype is probably overblown a little, Lawrence's play and stats back up what everyone believes. It doesn't make a lot of sense to try to determine which guys teams want when the first couple of picks could throw those desires out the window. He's the best outside man-to-man corner in this draft. Enjoy this year because you may be looking at an era of not having a Pro Bowl QB AWW what a shame.. Dont usually watch these but curious if hes always a jerk. When he then says Rodgers is the GOAT, Elway is 2nd and Brady is 3rd, well I think his 5 minutes of fame should be up by now, Rob Brzezinski is a Magician says: 17, but I have several concerns about him. August 23, 2018 at 11:33 am Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Brady is 41, Rodgers is excellent. Is hard reset only way to salvage Jets QB dilemma? Sam Darnold, 3.) No, but he's a polished dropback passer and is the prospect most likely to succeed if asked to win games as a rookie. Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. The game is the game in sports media, after all. Plus, he's versatile enough to slide over to tackle in a pinch. He's on the smaller side, and I'd like to see him react to the ball a little quicker, but he should be a phenomenal nickel corner immediately. I am not trying to be a jerk to the kid, but the skill set I see on the field doesnt relate to a cant-miss prospect. They could take a tight end, and they could go wide receiver as well. I saw three comments from Packer trolls ripping Cousins and nothing from Viking fans before you made your comment. 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. But this is a results business. So far, Simms has revealed his highly anticipated list of the top 5 quarterback prospects, wide receivers, cornerbacks, running backs, and more. Last years 2022 NFL Draft saw DE Travon Walker taken as the No. He has quick hands and can disengage blocks as fast as anyone in the draft.