If we cant get Lynch, is Jared Goff a suitable alternative for you

[Cowboyz88]

Gotta say I really like the quick release.

He also seems smart (confident and decisive in his decisions).

 

[Yakuza Rich]

I'm extremely impressed with Lynch, but I do think we need to go after the QB that we feel is the best if we can get the first QB in the draft. Maybe Lynch isn't nearly as good or has that potential as I think he does and maybe Goff is the guy.

It's always hard to tell at this point of the season because a lot of what goes into a QB's draft stock are the measureables. That's how Ryan Tannehill ended up getting drafted #8 overall...his measureables were too much for teams to deny and he went from looking like a 2nd or 3rd round pick to a QB that pretty much every team had as a 1st round pick.






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[craig71]

I'm extremely impressed with Lynch, but I do think we need to go after the QB that we feel is the best if we can get the first QB in the draft. Maybe Lynch isn't nearly as good or has that potential as I think he does and maybe Goff is the guy.

It's always hard to tell at this point of the season because a lot of what goes into a QB's draft stock are the measureables. That's how Ryan Tannehill ended up getting drafted #8 overall...his measureables were too much for teams to deny and he went from looking like a 2nd or 3rd round pick to a QB that pretty much every team had as a 1st round pick.






YR

Agree. What we think today will change drastically come April.

Craig

 

[AzorAhai]

I'm extremely impressed with Lynch, but I do think we need to go after the QB that we feel is the best if we can get the first QB in the draft. Maybe Lynch isn't nearly as good or has that potential as I think he does and maybe Goff is the guy.

It's always hard to tell at this point of the season because a lot of what goes into a QB's draft stock are the measureables. That's how Ryan Tannehill ended up getting drafted #8 overall...his measureables were too much for teams to deny and he went from looking like a 2nd or 3rd round pick to a QB that pretty much every team had as a 1st round pick.






YR

As much as its merits are debated, a lot of their stock will come well after they attemp their last pass in schools. The shrine game and senior bowl will be really good opportunities for players to raise, solidify or even drop their stock. Then the combine, which I don't find overly helpful for QBs if they do good, but could definitely hurt if they look bad throwing. Outside of the Wonderlic, team interviews and possibly the bench press I wouldn't mess with the combine if I was a QB. Then comes pro days. This is what really hurt Bridgewater and caused his massive drop.

If these QBs can put together good tape throughout their career(which Lynch and Goff have), and survive the rigors of all those scouts eyes they have a good shot at going very high. I think this is where Goff will shine and we will see his stock cemented as a top 5 guy. Lynch I'm still unsure about, but have high hopes for.

 

[Bigdog]

I've watched every 2015 snap and most of the games he's played in since winning the starting job as a true freshman during the 2013 season. He has steadily improved the cal squad since he's been there in spite of poor offensive line play.

He's owner of 25 cal passing records, Aaron Rodgers alma mater for those that did not know.

He's never finished a season under 60% completion percentage and approximately 2:1 TD to int ratio. (18:10 his true freshman year).

Furthermore, he has only missed 1 game in 3 years of starting at a power five school ( where the competition goes on to play at the next level). Which flies in the face of the second biggest argument about him, his weight and the notion it will suddenly cause him to be more fragile at the next level. (sacked 33, 26, and 27 times in '13, '14, and '15 which ranked 99, 68, and 80th nationally)

Most importantly of all if you watch him you see a qb who has active feet, goes through multiple reads, has a quick release, is mobile in the pocket and has very good pocket awareness.

What's more is that he has accomplished this on team that does not have top recruiting classes and still competes with the USCs and UCLAs of the world. Can anyone name another player on the cal team off the top of their head that is draft worthy?

His deep ball accuracy could use some work. And he does tend to throw off his back foot at times.

They bears record has improved every year since Goff has been under center, with the exception of his true freshman year. He's no Luck but there is a lot to like there.

Good assessment. I have watched some of his games and has been impressed with him. My only concern is that the games that I saw him play is that he never went under center which I assume was due to the offense they run. With that being said, if Bosa, Ramsey, or Heargraves(spelling) is on the board when we pick, I have to go with them and Wentz in the 2nd if he could get to us.

 

[KingintheNorth]

Good assessment. I have watched some of his games and has been impressed with him. My only concern is that the games that I saw him play is that he never went under center which I assume was due to the offense they run. With that being said, if Bosa, Ramsey, or Heargraves(spelling) is on the board when we pick, I have to go with them and Wentz in the 2nd if he could get to us.

What happens when we pass on Lynch/Goff in the 1st and Wentz doesn't make it to our 2nd round pick? A lot of factors go into 30 plus draft selections.

 

[Dodger12]

What happens when we pass on Lynch/Goff in the 1st and Wentz doesn't make it to our 2nd round pick? A lot of factors go into 30 plus draft selections.

If this season continues the way it's going and we end up picking top 5, you almost have to come away with a QB considering Romo's age. Learning under Romo for a year or two is a plus.

 

[IAmLegend]

I prefer Goff over Lynch. Would like to have either, though.

 

[fortdick]

Jared Goff tonight... 30/51 542 yards, 5 TD's in a comeback victory against ASU. Big time.

But I read just a few posts above he sucks. How can a guy that sucks throw for 542 yards and 5 TD's?

 

[NeonNinja]

I'll copy and paste what I said earlier:
Oh man, people who are comfortable picking Goff with a top 5 pick, you guys are insane. The guy flat out sucks. Has anyone even watched him? I'm actually surprised so many here are down for that. I can't comment on Lynch because I literally haven't seen him play a snap, but this is a atrocious year for a qb needy team. Connor Cook imo is the best of the bunch, and even he looks like a game manager at the next level, give him a top 5 defense and top running game you'll be fine. Would rather go Jalen Ramsey or Joey Bosa first then Carson Wentz secon

You say Goff sucks and haven't even seen Lynch play then turn around and claim Cook is the best in the draft? C'mon man. That's absurd and guess what....Cook sucks compared to them. Of course my opinion, but nothing about Cook is special that could translate to more than a spot-starter; I want a chance at a franchise quarterback.