Time to draft a QB?

[Bach]

It was time to draft a QB probably 8-10 years ago.

- Mike G.

Agreed, it's waaaay past time.

The only time we did was when we reached for QC.
Then we turned around and took a flyer on a major project like Hutch. So once those two turds were onboard just about everyone was clamoring about us having to spend (waste) 3-4 years evaluating them.

Now we have another baseball reject and an undrafted FA on board as backups and some people think we need to give them a chance to develop.
And I keep hearing the same argument as before that adding a young "quality" QB to the mix would only complicate things since we need to evaluate the career backups we already have.


You know, it would be nice to actually have someone with real potential who is worth developing. Having a Bledsoe at QB is fine if you have someone ready to take his place. But having a Vinny or Bledsoe starting with no one in the wings is relatively pointless.

 

[jksmith269]

Seems like most of the top QB's are all drafted in the top of the 1st round. Even that's a crap shoot.

We already invested a 3rd rounder in Hensen. Also gave up a 3rd rounder in keeping Romo.

If we're going for LONG TERM development, then we may as well stick with what we have.

If we want someone to play in 2007. We need to move up from our #18 spot.

Explain to me how we gave up a 3rd rounder to keep Romo? we signed him as URFA and this past offseason he was a RFA and signed a two year contract. So where do you get we gave up a third rounder for him?

 

[CowboyManDan]

<Sarcasm>
Nah, QB isn't an important position on the field or anything.

Give me the next over 32 year old bus driver that becomes available.
</Sarcasm>

Since Aikman's retired, I haven't felt good about the QB position and have been hopeing every year a real dedication would be made to the position that would solve the problem for years...that is investing in a long term solution (draft/maybe trade) rather than short term (bus driver).

 

[Maikeru-sama]

Agreed, it's waaaay past time.

The only time we did was when we reached for QC.
Then we turned around and took a flyer on a major project like Hutch. So once those two turds were onboard just about everyone was clamoring about us having to spend (waste) 3-4 years evaluating them.

Now we have another baseball reject and an undrafted FA on board as backups and some people think we need to give them a chance to develop.
And I keep hearing the same argument as before that adding a young "quality" QB to the mix would only complicate things since we need to evaluate the career backups we already have.


You know, it would be nice to actually have someone with real potential who is worth developing. Having a Bledsoe at QB is fine if you have someone ready to take his place. But having a Vinny or Bledsoe starting with no one in the wings is relatively pointless.

Yeah, I am always surprised to see this "Let's see what Henson and Romo" have deal. I wanted Henson to play last year, but that didnt happen, we went with Mr. Vinny.

He seemed to digress a little this year, and yes, I know he didnt play alot but that has to say something too.

Man, I really care if a QB we draft in the 1st Round could be a bust or not, I think it is time to start drafting one in that round until we hit on one. Were bound to get it right eventually.

I like that model way more then I light the Big Whig's current philosophy.

And yes, I am impatient, but stats like this..

Since the 2000 Season, Troy Aikman's last year, the cowobys have Posted 26 Wins and 39 Losses and have only had 1 Playoff appearance.

Link

Can do that to a guy...

 

[btcutter]

Seems like most of the top QB's are all drafted in the top of the 1st round. Even that's a crap shoot.

We already invested a 3rd rounder in Hensen. Also gave up a 3rd rounder in keeping Romo.

If we're going for LONG TERM development, then we may as well stick with what we have.

If we want someone to play in 2007. We need to move up from our #18 spot.

Philip Rivers maybe had for a lower price than you think. Unproven QBs sitting on the bench has a way of depreciating.
They may not be able to get anything more than a mid/late 1st rouder for him. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if he's traded for a 2nd + decent player.

 

[jksmith269]

Philip Rivers maybe had for a lower price than you think. Unproven QBs sitting on the bench has a way of depreciating.
They may not be able to get anything more than a mid/late 1st rouder for him. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if he's traded for a 2nd + decent player.

I think now that Brees has to have shoulder surgery he will be the odd man out. I doubt the Bolts get rid of either of them even with their contracts they are expected to be more than 20million under the cap.....

 

[neosapien23]

Even if Brees were available, which he isn't, why would he sign to sit? His shoulder will be ready by TC. Neither he or Rivers will sign to sit and watch.

He has a similar injury not unlike Pennnington. He would probably need at least 8 months to heal properly and rehab. The Chargers will not franchise a guy that might not be able to play right away. Rivers will be the starter next year. As far as Brees having to sit, let him compete for the job. If he can beat out Bledsoe let him have it. If he can't rest him until he is healthy. They will not keep both quarterbacks. The Chargers will be the team that signs Reggie Wayne. Wouldn't be surprised to see them lock up Koren Robinson as well. The need wide recievers in the worse way.

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

He has a similar injury not unlike Pennnington. He would probably need at least 8 months to heal properly and rehab. The Chargers will not franchise a guy that might not be able to play right away. Rivers will be the starter next year. As far as Brees having to sit, let him compete for the job. If he can beat out Bledsoe let him have it. If he can't rest him until he is healthy.

The guy is signed. They don't have to franchise him. Also, his injury is not career threatening. It was reported yesterday that he would rehab and likely be ready to go by TC next season.

Even if he were traded, which I seriously doubt, why would he agree to a trade to a team that would make him sit or even compete? He could go to a team like New Orleans, sign for more money and play immediatly. He could go to a team like Az and be an instant contender. I don't see it.

 

[Cbz40]

Either draft one or pick up a good young QB in FA