70 on the Simms listing of NFL quarterbacks. 14. Just mere months remain until the draft, as prospects gather to kickstart their careers and fulfill lifelong dreams. This is why Leighton Vander Esch makes a ton of sense for Tennessee. But NO WAY Rodgers is #1! 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. 2. 3. 10. cant even get a job right now. The game is the game in sports media, after all. Chris Simms like most of these commentators are to be taken with a grain of salt. In the NFL it's not all about size or build; it's about results. 13. Here goes: 1. At least, I sort of hope so. The Dallas Cowboys could use a middle linebacker, but that's a need they can address in the second round. He's a perfect 4-3 defensive tackle. Allen is a similarly electrifying talent who has led his team to the playoffs two out of three years as a starter. 1 draft pick, Chris Simms shakes up his quarterback rankings, 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. Pretty strong arm. What qualifies Chris Simms to rank a quarterback? I don't see Ward as a top-tier outside cornerback. When the New York Jets traded up to No. suckafree9rs415 says: 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!!!!.. Dan Quinn blew a double digit lead in remarkable fashion. With that said, Darnold can correct these issues and become a successful NFL quarterback, but he'll have to be in the right situation. However, general manager Bob Quinn and new head coach Matt Patricia both came from the New England Patriots, and I don't believe they value the running back position enough to take one here. Thats why hes the best in the game. Former NFL quarterback Chris Simms made waves last year by placing Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles at No. At the worst, drafting Vander Esch would give Tennessee a very good 3-4 outside linebacker for years. The Indianapolis Colts have a lot of holes on their roster and could go many different ways at No. These are. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. gave the Browns Allen and Penn State running back Saquon Barkley in his latest mock draft. I dont know a single Vikings fan that does NOT think Rogers is number one or two on this list and think if the defense was finally a priority it will be worrisome (like this year). Patriots fans will go nuts which is perfectly understandable. Cleveland gets its quarterback and the Titans get extra draft capitalit's a win-win. ZenMaster. There's one glaring weakness for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and it should be obvious. Heck, if you told me he's going to make five or six All-Pro teams during his career, I'd buy it. Quarterbacks DeShone Kizer and Cody Kessler were traded to the Green Bay Packers and Jacksonville Jaguars respectively. The first round of the 2023 NFL Draft will get underway on Thursday at 8 p.m. 14. Draft week is an exciting time in the NFL. The Packers are also in a divisionthe NFC Norththat has a lot of quarterback talent and offensive firepower. They just gave a ton of money to Kyle Fuller and re-signed Prince Amukamara too, so it doesn't make a ton of sense to go cornerback. The 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. 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's great against both the run and pass, and he can bring pressure up the middle. 5. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. 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. Wonder where he rates himself on the all time list? But this is a results business. 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. Josh Rosen : r/nfl 5 yr. ago by ShamrockShaman Raiders Chris Simms Rankings of the 2018 QB Draft Class: 1.) 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. Let's not forget they were in the playoffs two years ago. 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. He also had 92 carries for 204 yards and five touchdowns. He routinely puts up 4k yards, close to 30 TDS a year, high passer rating. The first round will take place on Thursday, with rounds two and three on Friday and the last four on Saturday. The Packers haven't had one in a long time. He's a tremendous athlete, he's physical and he'll be able to do everything the Steelers ask him to do. Chris Simms unveiled his 2022 NFL Draft QB rankings earlier this week on . Name another coach with 5 walk off postseason losses? Major Applewhite is gonna have to whoop his ass again. Whether Washington decides to play him as a true strong safety or as an extra linebacker, his physicality and aggressiveness are going to shine through. The NFL analyst and former quarterback is known for his yearly QB draft rankings has a surprise pick at No. Denver has had no semblance of a running game over the past couple of years, and a lack of size and talent along the offensive line is a big reason why. Wheres he ranked? Not a huge arm but can make all the throws. : NFL_Draft 42 Posted by u/Crossfire213 3 days ago Chris Simms Position Rankings through the years. 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. I think Cousins will move up this on this list next year just because hes playing on a better team. He was also a pro quarterback, so there's that too. ET. The question I'm asking if I'm in charge of the Ravens is who'll be our next Terrell Suggs? If I'm Philadelphia, I'm adding another explosive playmaker at receiver. He's built a lot like Solder with long arms (34 ) and above-average height (6'9"). He's a bit lean, but I don't really mind that too much. I don't get what's not to like about Chark. Cousins Its not an easy exercise. Always quick to discount any success and just give it to scheme and coaching. 7. 1 and No. Which is a roundabout way of saying, You should watch it.. The Buccaneers have watched Vernon Hargreaves struggle at times, Brent Grimes is nearing the end of his career, and there is nothing special at the safety spots. for about 2 downs. With Barkley and Odell Beckham Jr., New York could have the two best offensive players who aren't quarterbacks this season. Daniels is a phenomenal player. Baker Mayfield, 4.) And his health is an issue on top of it. He's aggressive, has a high motor and a ton of upside. 8. 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. 7. LSU's Chark is one of the most underrated wideouts in the draft. It could also go cornerback, but there isn't one worth taking this high. He also threw far fewer screens than the other top quarterbacks. Tittle in their Top 50 QBs of all time. The most pressing need, though, is at cornerback. The Bengals lost Domata Peko to Denver last offseason, and Geno Atkins just turned 30. His results dont add up to TB12 or Wilson. 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. Wilson ahead of Brady and Ben? 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. 5. We are really talking . We've seen snippets, but it never quite gets there. While Daniels primarily played center in college, he did play some guard and appears willing to play the position in the NFL. Wouldnt it make more sense to list some of the other great games that Simms has had? He's fun, has a great personality and is a marketing executive's dream. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Vince Williams was OK, but he wasn't good enough in a Steelers defensive scheme that places heavy importance on the position. Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I've been around the NFL a long time, and I love putting my experience and knowledge to work during the predraft process. August 23, 2018 at 11:21 am I think the quarterback class is a hair overrated," Simms said via MMQB.com. Top 5. The Bills need a franchise quarterback, and they'll get one in Mayfield. The Cardinals have Sam Bradford and Mike Glennon, so Jackson will have time to develop. Mike Florio and Chris Simms during the 2018 NFL . I think Wilson is the closest thing to a young TB12 as you can find. I think doing it for a few seasons ought to count for something. He's also the draft's most explosive receiver with the ball in his hands. 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. I spend that time breaking down game film, analyzing players and talking to people who know them. August 23, 2018 at 11:21 am, Viking fans will go nuts which is hilarious. 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 You also should watch PFT Live every weekday morning from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. As will ones that have Mac Jones in the top-3, and Kellen Mond in the top-5. Nelson is one of the best players in this draft, and he'll help the Broncos in two big ways. , 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. Remember RGIII and his rookie year? I dont think so. The season cant start soon enough to suit me. 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. He could be. Hilarious, Cousins hasnt even played a single regular season Game for Minnesota, and had played on a horrible Washington team. 2018 was Simms' most impressive act. Spoiler: Bortles didn't make it. I could see him as a starter one day.#SimmsTop40, #33 Geno SmithIt's been a long time since his NY struggles. What qualifies Chris Simms to rank a quarterback? 11. So, what will happen this year? He has a great base, always keeps his feet under him and churning and won't be overpowered. It would not surprise me if you dont think Phil Simms is Top 50 QB either. 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. Sims is a Brady hater. Now if you are talking about who has been better all time thats different. 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. He has a message for his critics. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________. 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. For a small-market team like the Cardinals, adding Jackson would immediately energize the fanbase. He will neutralize interior pass-rushers, which will also make life easier on Wilson. Im not arguing that Rogers isnt more gifted. Garoppolo The 2023 NFL Draft will take place in Kansas City, Missouri. The Raiders have talent along the defensive line and potential in the secondary. 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. But this is a results business. =====. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. However, they have guys they've drafted, and I believe Cincinnati will give them at least one more year to develop. 12K 911. If you spend a few minutes on the internet, you're going to find a plethora of people trying to predict what teams will do when the draft kicks off Thursday. I thought some of the crew here on PFT could not get more clueless. ", Is Sam Darnold going #1 a media creation? 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. Football season may have come to an end but the NFL action for next season is just beginning! Most people I see are saying he's underrated and one of the better QB's. #NBCSports #ChrisSimmsUnbuttoned #NFLDraft2019 Subscribe to NBC Sports: https://www.youtube.com/nbcsports. Lawrence has been wearing the crown of the Next Big Thing for years. ET, with Saturdays final rounds at 12 p.m. RELATED: Every pick from every round of the 2022 NFL Draft. He can make plays as a 3-technique. 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. He was a complete bust inn the NFL but now he has all the answers. He's a consistent, accurate thrower, and the Jets should have to change little about their offense to transition from Josh McCown to Rosen. Rodgers is saddled with the second coming of Marty Schottenheimer. 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. Too funny. He doesnt even believe his own rankings his sole goal is to be contrarian. He did get his team to a SB and was on the upswing. Jimmy G will rip this list to shreds. Posting Freak. The mystery, of course, is part of the fun. The Arizona Cardinals could add a variety of players. However, if this season has shown us anything, its that every pick matters from first overall to Mr. Spoiler No. Id guess dead last. Rodgers He fights for his life every season and doesnt win when it counts. Being the armchair NFL GM that I am, how about I treat you all to MY top 16! People have it wrong if they think he has the biggest bust potential. He can run people over when he has the ball, and he's a phenomenal run-blocker. Brees and Rogers are pretty close behind. But of course Vikings fans and Pats fans know more about QBs than Chris Simms who played the position There isn't a quarterback of the future sitting at No. Rivers Similar to Big Ben, hes getting long in the tooth. What qualifies you fan boys to say anything about the NFL? Is Rosen the ideal prospect from an athletic standpoint? And if you think P Simms is a top 50 QB ever, you know even less about QBs than Pats or Viking fans. Hell be on the list by the end of the year, Hell be on the list by the end of the year Rodgers ranked #1. Jackson isscheduled to participatein on-field drills Saturday at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. He's the best player in the draft and the type of running back who comes around only once a decade. For a team that values versatility and playmaking along the defensive front, Bryan is a great fit. He has great get-off, elite bend and tremendous strength. 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 in the 2023 NFL Draft, The team at NBC Sports EDGE has you set with this content hub. His short-area quickness is also phenomenal, as evidenced by his 6.71-second three-cone drill and 3.98-second short shuttle. Pittsburgh's middle linebacker play really suffered without Shazier. ICYMI 2022 NFL Draft order: Complete list of every pick from Round 1 through Round 7, Quarterbacks 21 to 40 in the @CSimmsQB top 40 QB countdown. A mediocre expert as well. With Ndamukong Suh now playing for the Los Angeles Rams, one of Miami's biggest needs is along the defensive line. 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? Register now! Landry could lead the NFL in sacks a few times in his career, and he's a guy Ravens fans will love. I simply can't look at the remaining quarterback prospects and see any of them as a guaranteed franchise QB. Not a member? 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. If you can't win in man, he doesn't believe you can win. Tittle, so based on your logic, I guess he must have had a lot of great games and belongs in the top 50. The San Francisco 49ers could look to bolster the secondary or look for insurance for Reuben Foster's uncertain future. ESPN, ABC, and NFL Network will air all seven rounds of the 2023 NFL Draft. Runs like a slot receiver and can make all the throws. He has quick hands and can disengage blocks as fast as anyone in the draft. Patriots fans will go nuts which is perfectly understandable. 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. Simms finished his career appearing in 23 games with a 58.1% completion percentage, 12 TDS, 18 Ints and a 69.1 QB rating. I also don't believe receiver will be a priority for executive vice president Tom Coughlin. General Manager John Dorsey acquired veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor in a trade with the Buffalo Bills. Chris Simms probably is the best quarterback scout in media today. 1 QB. They could also use a cornerback, but they at least have Josh Norman on one side and Fabian Moreau to develop. Bleacher Report NFL Analyst Chris Simms evaluates this year's NFL Draft QB prospects. Decision-making, accuracyyou never know what to expect from him. 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. You cant play football on your daddys name. Theres four categories that Im big on: Physical talent, thats the number one thing. 9. He can both help protect Jimmy Garoppolo and lead Shanahan's run game. Sims was a mediocre QB. Youve got the chops. Im not so sure. That's why I'd take Tremaine Edmunds from Virginia Tech. South Carolina's Hayden Hurst is the best tight end in the draftI see a more gifted Dallas Clark. Zimmer said it lacks depth at many positions. Cousins. 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. Trolling non-Vikings or Packer articles that have many teams is pretty telling who trolls way too much. I don't know about that. I mean, that could be a part of the equation. He'll be in an offense that knows how to utilize all his skills, and he'll have other weapons around him to command defensive attention. Third String QB! Luck should not be on the list at all. 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. Hmm Andrew Luck, even tho he aint played for the past two years lol Chile, pleeze lol. Viking fans will go nuts which is hilarious. The Browns could win this draft by making this move. 5quarterbackbehind Sam Darnold, Josh Rosen, Josh Allen and Baker Mayfield. Whos falling on this sword and reciting the top 16 in the comments? They could take a tight end, and they could go wide receiver as well. Adding him would instantly improve Indianapolis' front seven. Hes toward the bottom as a thrower of the football, and hes careless with the football," Simms explained. 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. Baker Mayfield, 4.) RELATED:What Colts offer to Bears for No. Wynn will help improve the Buffalo running game and will help protect AJ McCarron and/or Mayfield from the interior pass rush. [I've] seen him throw the touch. A project at the position won't cut it. 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 they likely get beat by a lot more than 8 points in last years SB. Then if its just Rodgers why cant they win that last 1-2 games to get them to the SB? 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. However, San Francisco could put him on the right side for a year or two and then have its franchise left tackle for the next eight-plus years. Think of Payne as a young Kawann Short. He has a lot of talent, throwing for 3,692 yards and 33 touchdowns last season. 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. [I've] seen him be durable. 4. 6. 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. On the latest episode of The Simms & Lefkoe. And they likely get beat by a lot more than 8 points in last years SB. Tittle? I also like that Hernandez has a bit of nasty in him. inozwetrust says: His 2018 rankings were scary spot on. Now it's time to improve the secondary. 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. 1 receiver in Round 2 is far less likely, so Maryland receiver D.J. Yes, the team picked up Antonio Garcia in last year's draft, but he was injured before the season and remains a question mark because of blood clots. "I didn't play center my true freshman year. Earlier this Summer, Chris Simms released his highly anticipated list of top 40 quarterbacks in the NFL. So maybe he does know what he's talking about and isn't just ranking Lawrence second to drive engagement. 6. I know that hurts Packer fans feelings, but the results were proven right out there on the field last year and in 2013. Obviously anyone who is not a complete clueless clown has both Phil Simms and Y.A. He's looking to pass, yet can make plays with his legs. Brian Orakpo, 31, and Derrick Morgan, 29, are getting up there in age, and the Titans lost Avery Williamson in free agency. It makes more sense, though, to make a pick that helps them get back to their defensive identity. Here's where I would say the QBs are best to be drafted at. Knows how to read defenses and move in the pocket. freefromwhatyouare says: Hes a good QB on a bad team, and the cant seem to get over the hump. 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. I dont think so. When Seattle was making its Super Bowl runs, it had standout linemen like Russell Okung, James Carpenter and Max Unger. Learn how your comment data is processed. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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. Id Go: "[Moving to wide receiver] is the dumbest f--king thing I've ever heard," he said. Brees and Rogers are pretty close behind. What do you mean by that? The Dolphins could go quarterback here, but if I'm in charge, I'm sticking with Ryan Tannehill and addressing other needs. This is why Alabama's Calvin Ridley makes sense at No. Rovers 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. ORLANDO, FL - MARCH 26: San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan speaks with Pro Football Talk Radio's Mike Florio and Chris Simms during the 2018 NFL Annual Meetings at the Ritz Carlton . Kerry Collins also has similar career stats to Y.A. 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.