News: 7 NFL teams that must starting looking to the future at QB

[CCBoy]

7 NFL teams that must starting looking to the future at QB
By Yardbarker Yardbarker Oct 21, 2015 at 3:30p ET
by Vincent Frank
http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7-nfl-teams-that-must-starting-looking-to-the-future-at-qb-102115



...4. Dallas Cowboys

We have seen first hand this season how the Cowboys have fallen apart without Tony Romo under center. Having to rely on the likes of Brandon Weeden and Matt Cassel has this team potentially looking at a lost season.

What might be bad for the short term could very well work out for Dallas over the long term. With Romo's injury history, owner Jerry Jones and Co. have to seriously consider drafting a quarterback next year. Even if Romo does play out the remainder of his deal through the 2019 season, the Cowboys would be wise to add a young quarterback behind him.

It could come in the form of a trade with another team or a draft pick. As a Texas native, Johnny Manziel has been linked to the Cowboys since prior to the 2014 draft. Adding him on the cheap as a project behind Romo could make some sense here. Outside of that, Hackenberg's skill set seems to fit what Jason Garrett likes to do on offense...

 

[Floatyworm]

If Johnny airhead ever wore a star.....I'm cashing out.

 

[Tusan_Homichi]

If Johnny airhead ever wore a star.....I'm cashing out.

It just flat doesn't make sense for us. He's too much of a distraction for what he actually brings to a football team. He just draws a ton of attention and he can't even get on the field in Cleveland of all places.

 

[Floatyworm]

How does Arizona ,Buffalo and Philly not make this list?

 

[65fastback2plus2]

How does Arizona ,Buffalo and Philly not make this list?

everyone but seattle and indy should probably be on the list lol

 

[iceberg]

It just flat doesn't make sense for us. He's too much of a distraction for what he actually brings to a football team. He just draws a ton of attention and he can't even get on the field in Cleveland of all places.

then again, name a qb who could consistently see the field in cleveland in the last 5+ years.

 

[Clarkson]

then again, name a qb who could consistently see the field in cleveland in the last 5+ years.

If Hackenberg manages to slip in the draft, we should take a flyer (been saying this for a while, writer stole my idea).
He has a lot of tools, and is athletic and smart. He hasn't had great talent around him, or a very good scheme to run at Happy Valley since O'Brien left. A lot of people are down on him, and if he's there in the 2nd or 3rd, he is 100% the kind of guy we should be taking a flyer on.

 

[silver]

We need to invest a relative high pick on a QB and develop him. Romo can play one or two more years and then he can take over. I doubt Romo sees the end of his contract in Dallas. He will probably retire due to an accumulation of injuries and/or frustation.

 

[lkelly]

If Hackenberg manages to slip in the draft, we should take a flyer (been saying this for a while, writer stole my idea).
He has a lot of tools, and is athletic and smart. He hasn't had great talent around him, or a very good scheme to run at Happy Valley since O'Brien left. A lot of people are down on him, and if he's there in the 2nd or 3rd, he is 100% the kind of guy we should be taking a flyer on.

Unless somebody can fix his accuracy issues, Hack is not an NFL QB. He has several throws a game at minimum that are just way off the mark. These aren't the reault of a receiver running the wrong route, more like trying to throw a football through the tire and hitting the person standing off to the side holding the big novelty prize check.

I'm a PSU fan but Hack has serious issues dealing with pressure, making good reads, and nit forcing the ball into coverage (on top of the aforementioned accuracy questions). If there is a magic QB tutor in place, good luck to the GM that rolls the dice on Hack as the savior. I wish he were the next Andrew Luck but he seems like the next strong armada, tough, nice kid who is just way overhyped.

 

[Clarkson]

Unless somebody can fix his accuracy issues, Hack is not an NFL QB. He has several throws a game at minimum that are just way off the mark. These aren't the trail of a receiver running the wrong route, more like trying to throw a football through the tire and hitting the person standing off to the side holding the big novelty prize check.

I'm a PSU fan but Hack has serious issues dealing with pressure, making good reads, and nit forcing the ball into coverage (on top of the aforementioned accuracy questions). If there is a magic QB tutor in place, good luck to the GM that rolls the dice on Hack as the savior. I wish he were the next Andrew Luck but he seems like the next strong armada, tough, nice kid who is just way overhyped.

I don't totally disagree. His accuracy looks terrible sometimes, and that was supposed to be a strong point. His pocket awareness is also concerning.

But, again: he's not playing on a very talented team (and quite honestly, Franklin hasn't been all that great a coach). He's really young with a lot of tools. I would not take him in the first, and probably not the 2nd unless it were the very end. But using a 3rd rounder on him would not be a bad gamble, IMO.

 

[FaSho]

everyone but seattle and indy should probably be on the list lol

Seattle massively overpaid for Wilson's overrated arse.

 

[lkelly]

I don't totally disagree. His accuracy looks terrible sometimes, and that was supposed to be a strong point. His pocket awareness is also concerning.

But, again: he's not playing on a very talented team (and quite honestly, Franklin hasn't been all that great a coach). He's really young with a lot of tools. I would not take him in the first, and probably not the 2nd unless it were the very end. But using a 3rd rounder on him would not be a bad gamble, IMO.

I agree that he is worth it as a project after the first round. Taking him in the top 10 is lunacy in my opinion. You will end up with David Carr taking 80 sacks and Jake Locker accuracy for your "must play from day one as mandated by the owner" QB.

You also say he's young, but he has also taken virtually every snap for 32 college games (based on my 2 second math). That is a LoT of game experience. People were actually talking about drafting Cardale Jones based on 3 games. If Hack hasn't fixed some of these things yet, I don't know how long they will take (if ever).

I think the early "top pick overall" prognostication based on his size, arm strength, and dubious Bull O'Brien coaching savant (thanks Brady who makes everyone look good!) involvement as a freshman is probably a curse. He could use another year to fix what might be I fixable and instead will probably cost a GM his job when he is over drafted this spring.

For the record, I think Franklin is in a tough spot with Hack. He can't realistically bench him no matter how bad he is (see the hype curse) and he has to live with the poor offensive output. I think he could can the OC but he should at least get a chance with a different QB before cutting the cord.

On a different note, Barkley the RB could be the best they have ever had. He makes numerous jaw dropping plays each game despite a bad OL and zero passing game. Hack should benefit from his presence but it hasn't happened.

 

[DC Cowboy]

7 NFL teams that must starting looking to the future at QB
By Yardbarker Yardbarker Oct 21, 2015 at 3:30p ET
by Vincent Frank
http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7-nfl-teams-that-must-starting-looking-to-the-future-at-qb-102115


...4. Dallas Cowboys

We have seen first hand this season how the Cowboys have fallen apart without Tony Romo under center. Having to rely on the likes of Brandon Weeden and Matt Cassel has this team potentially looking at a lost season.

What might be bad for the short term could very well work out for Dallas over the long term. With Romo's injury history, owner Jerry Jones and Co. have to seriously consider drafting a quarterback next year. Even if Romo does play out the remainder of his deal through the 2019 season, the Cowboys would be wise to add a young quarterback behind him.

It could come in the form of a trade with another team or a draft pick. As a Texas native, Johnny Manziel has been linked to the Cowboys since prior to the 2014 draft. Adding him on the cheap as a project behind Romo could make some sense here. Outside of that, Hackenberg's skill set seems to fit what Jason Garrett likes to do on offense...

not saying I disagree with this article in any shape, form, or fashion BUT seeing what our WR aren't able to do without Dez I think I would grab the best WR available with my 1st pick.

 

[CalCBFan]

I like the idea that one of the DMN writers presented a couple of days ago: Matt Stafford. He will be 30 in 2018, the year his current 3-year extension expires, and let's face it. He plays awfully well in our stadium. I thought it made good sense if we can't get a blue-chipper in the draft w/o giving away our entire cadre of picks...

 

[Clarkson]

I agree that he is worth it as a project after the first round. Taking him in the top 10 is lunacy in my opinion. You will end up with David Carr taking 80 sacks and Jake Locker accuracy for your "must play from day one as mandated by the owner" QB.

You also say he's young, but he has also taken virtually every snap for 32 college games (based on my 2 second math). That is a LoT of game experience. People were actually talking about drafting Cardale Jones based on 3 games. If Hack hasn't fixed some of these things yet, I don't know how long they will take (if ever).

I think the early "top pick overall" prognostication based on his size, arm strength, and dubious Bull O'Brien coaching savant (thanks Brady who makes everyone look good!) involvement as a freshman is probably a curse. He could use another year to fix what might be I fixable and instead will probably cost a GM his job when he is over drafted this spring.

For the record, I think Franklin is in a tough spot with Hack. He can't realistically bench him no matter how bad he is (see the hype curse) and he has to live with the poor offensive output. I think he could can the OC but he should at least get a chance with a different QB before cutting the cord.

On a different note, Barkley the RB could be the best they have ever had. He makes numerous jaw dropping plays each game despite a bad OL and zero passing game. Hack should benefit from his presence but it hasn't happened.

Well, I think with his tools, if we were able to get him in the late-2nd or 3rd round and let him sit and learn 2-3 years, it could go a long way. It's never ideal to draft a guy and start him right away (save for Luck).

Franklin certainly is in a tough spot, but I don't think benching Hack would be the answer that he's not allowed to explore. Is it a coincidence Hack looked much better under O'Brien? Maybe it is. His accuracy was still not good, but he was a true freshman (IIRC?) and running that offense well, with minimal talent. He's since taken a nose dive, and I think it could end up being to our benefit.

Again, he's a bit of a project, but he'll be able to sit behind Tony for a bit, and Tony might be one of the best guys for him to learn behind. I'm just very intrigued by the idea, while not totally convinced Hack will even be in the NFL in 6 years. But, might be worth the risk if he slips enough.

 

[dogunwo]

not saying I disagree with this article in any shape, form, or fashion BUT seeing what our WR aren't able to do without Dez I think I would grab the best WR available with my 1st pick.

Sammy Watkins is disgruntled in Buffalo. I wonder if he can be had in the offseason. Imagine him as the number 2 guy. Wowzers.

 

[DallasDomination]

If we can't draft a qb then we might not have another option but Stafford..it is what it is. I'll worry about it later. Romo still has 3 solid years left minimum.

 

[JoeKing]

Romo hating article. He will play out his contract so a new starting QB won't be needed until the 2020 season. Even if you do groom that QB for the job, he doesn't need to be in house for a couple more seasons. Dallas doesn't belong on the list.

 

[Fletch]

If Johnny airhead ever wore a star.....I'm cashing out.

And taking Kellen Moore with you?

 

[DoctorChicken]

If Hackenberg is there at 31, I say take him.