RS12
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Biggest suprise is Harrell has him 6th despite weak arm. Love to see Dallas wind up with Nate Davis somehow round 4 or below. 
1. Mark Sanchez, Southern Cal (6-3, 225)
Sanchez is a strong and accurate passer. He also has impressive footwork and a feel for avoiding the pass rush. As a first-year college starter, he rarely forced passes or made risky throws. Sanchez will only continue to improve and eventually become a top-line NFL quarterback.
2. Matthew Stafford, Georgia (6-3, 237)
As he showed with his arm and accuracy during his pro day on Thursday, he has the talent and intangibles to become an elite pro passer. To emerge as a productive starter, however, he needs to get rid of the habit of occasionally throwing the ball up for grabs when under heavy pressure.
3. Josh Freeman, Kansas State (6-5, 245)
Freeman needs some work to be NFL-ready but has more physical talent than either Sanchez or Stafford, with great size, strength and a rocket arm. Freeman's terrific showings at the Combine and his pro day have ensured will be the third QB taken in the first round.
4. Nate Davis, Ball State (6-1, 217)
Davis had little left to prove in college; the question is whether he can handle much tougher competition. He will work best out of the shotgun in a high-tempo spread offense. Despite his physical tools, Davis' inconsistent accuracy and mental struggles raise red flags.
5. Rhett Bomar, Sam Houston State (6-2 1/8, 224)
Bomar stands out as a physically and mentally tough competitor. He has the temperament and work ethic to start in the NFL. Bomar's mechanics still need plenty of attention, however, which will limit him to being a third- or fourth-round pick.
6. Graham Harrell, Texas Tech (6-2, 217)
Harrell is the latest passer to come out of the Red Raiders' wide-open shotgun attack, but he must significantly improve his arm strength to become more than an NFL backup. Although he excels at throwing short, he struggles with intermediate and deep balls. He is still worth a Day 2 pick because of his intangibles and smarts.
7. David Johnson, Tulsa (6-1 5/8, 217)
Johnson, who started only one season for the Golden Hurricane, sees the whole field well. His trouble comes with simple passes and finding his receivers in the right spots, but his skills and upside make him worth a late-round selection as a potential good NFL backup.
8. Pat White, West Virginia (6-0, 190)
White dazzled in college, more because of his big-play flair as a dual threat than his passing skills. His arm and athleticism are getting him looks as a quarterback, but it's more likely he ends up moving to either wide receiver or running back, positions where he can make an open-field impact.
9. Tom Brandstater, Fresno State (6-5, 216)
He is mechanically sound and can make all the throws. He also shows good command of an offense. Brandstater has a strong enough arm and is a good enough athlete to be drafted late.
10. Brian Hoyer, Michigan State (6-2, 215)
Hoyer has great physical tools but also has major technical lapses. His throwing motion and footwork need help from patient coaching. He is a seventh-round pick at best.
1. Mark Sanchez, Southern Cal (6-3, 225)
Sanchez is a strong and accurate passer. He also has impressive footwork and a feel for avoiding the pass rush. As a first-year college starter, he rarely forced passes or made risky throws. Sanchez will only continue to improve and eventually become a top-line NFL quarterback.
2. Matthew Stafford, Georgia (6-3, 237)
As he showed with his arm and accuracy during his pro day on Thursday, he has the talent and intangibles to become an elite pro passer. To emerge as a productive starter, however, he needs to get rid of the habit of occasionally throwing the ball up for grabs when under heavy pressure.
3. Josh Freeman, Kansas State (6-5, 245)
Freeman needs some work to be NFL-ready but has more physical talent than either Sanchez or Stafford, with great size, strength and a rocket arm. Freeman's terrific showings at the Combine and his pro day have ensured will be the third QB taken in the first round.
4. Nate Davis, Ball State (6-1, 217)
Davis had little left to prove in college; the question is whether he can handle much tougher competition. He will work best out of the shotgun in a high-tempo spread offense. Despite his physical tools, Davis' inconsistent accuracy and mental struggles raise red flags.
5. Rhett Bomar, Sam Houston State (6-2 1/8, 224)
Bomar stands out as a physically and mentally tough competitor. He has the temperament and work ethic to start in the NFL. Bomar's mechanics still need plenty of attention, however, which will limit him to being a third- or fourth-round pick.
6. Graham Harrell, Texas Tech (6-2, 217)
Harrell is the latest passer to come out of the Red Raiders' wide-open shotgun attack, but he must significantly improve his arm strength to become more than an NFL backup. Although he excels at throwing short, he struggles with intermediate and deep balls. He is still worth a Day 2 pick because of his intangibles and smarts.
7. David Johnson, Tulsa (6-1 5/8, 217)
Johnson, who started only one season for the Golden Hurricane, sees the whole field well. His trouble comes with simple passes and finding his receivers in the right spots, but his skills and upside make him worth a late-round selection as a potential good NFL backup.
8. Pat White, West Virginia (6-0, 190)
White dazzled in college, more because of his big-play flair as a dual threat than his passing skills. His arm and athleticism are getting him looks as a quarterback, but it's more likely he ends up moving to either wide receiver or running back, positions where he can make an open-field impact.
9. Tom Brandstater, Fresno State (6-5, 216)
He is mechanically sound and can make all the throws. He also shows good command of an offense. Brandstater has a strong enough arm and is a good enough athlete to be drafted late.
10. Brian Hoyer, Michigan State (6-2, 215)
Hoyer has great physical tools but also has major technical lapses. His throwing motion and footwork need help from patient coaching. He is a seventh-round pick at best.
