[AvengerRam]

The Rams will EVENTUALLY need to draft a new QB1.

My expectation is that Matthew Stafford will play at least one more year (maybe 2), so it's not an immediate need. Rather, it's a situation in which the Rams might want to consider drafting a QB to develop (much in the way, for example, the Packers developed Jordan Love).

As far as candidates, though... the pickings are slim.

Two QBs will go in the Top 10 picks: Cam Ward (Miami) and Shedeur Sanders (Colorado). I don't see either of those players as the type of prospects who would merit giving up the massive amount of draft capital it would take to move up to get one of them.

Is there a universe in which the Rams, having filled other needs in FA, are willing to use the No. 26 pick on a QB? I wouldn't rule it out, but then the question becomes... who might be worth that pick?

I see only one guy: Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss.

Dart has good size and athleticism, and a very strong arm. He has a ton of experience, and improved steadily from year to year. And, in a key recent development, he is receiving (unlike, for example, Jalen Milroe) very positive reviews from the Senior Bowl practices.

I believe that Dart is likely to emerge as the third QB selected, which means he very well could move up to the first round.

If the Rams don't make a move like that, they certainly could take a flyer on a QB in Round 3 and beyond. The odds of that producing the heir apparent to Stafford? Not great.

So, right now.... Dart is the only QB I'm really taking a hard look at for the Rams.

[snackdaddy]

Well, they whiffed on Bennett. He doesn't even look like a viable backup to me. Perhaps they should re-sign Garoppolo as backup to Stafford. Even think about him as a bridge to the next franchise guy after Stafford retires.

[actionjack]

The Rams will EVENTUALLY need to draft a new QB1.

My expectation is that Matthew Stafford will play at least one more year (maybe 2), so it's not an immediate need. Rather, it's a situation in which the Rams might want to consider drafting a QB to develop (much in the way, for example, the Packers developed Jordan Love).

As far as candidates, though... the pickings are slim.

Two QBs will go in the Top 10 picks: Cam Ward (Miami) and Shedeur Sanders (Colorado). I don't see either of those players as the type of prospects who would merit giving up the massive amount of draft capital it would take to move up to get one of them.

Is there a universe in which the Rams, having filled other needs in FA, are willing to use the No. 26 pick on a QB? I wouldn't rule it out, but then the question becomes... who might be worth that pick?

I see only one guy: Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss.

Dart has good size and athleticism, and a very strong arm. He has a ton of experience, and improved steadily from year to year. And, in a key recent development, he is receiving (unlike, for example, Jalen Milroe) very positive reviews from the Senior Bowl practices.

I believe that Dart is likely to emerge as the third QB selected, which means he very well could move up to the first round.

If the Rams don't make a move like that, they certainly could take a flyer on a QB in Round 3 and beyond. The odds of that producing the heir apparent to Stafford? Not great.

So, right now.... Dart is the only QB I'm really taking a hard look at for the Rams.

I will go out on a limb a say no way Dart gets drafted in round one. I could see late to mid Rd 2, but mostly likely high R3. Yesterday at the Senior Bowl none of the QB's impressed including Dart. I know that QB's can rise simply based on supply demand but still think second round at best. A lot more pre draft stuff to be completed as well.

[AvengerRam]

I will go out on a limb a say no way Dart gets drafted in round one. I could see late to mid Rd 2, but mostly likely high R3. Yesterday at the Senior Bowl none of the QB's impressed including Dart. I know that QB's can rise simply based on supply demand but still think second round at best. A lot more pre draft stuff to be completed as well.

Definitely a supply and demand thing. Such a shallow pool at QB this year.

FWIW, Daniel Jeremiah (NFL.com) has Dart ranked as the No. 41 overall prospect. That's shouting distance from the first round, so it will be interesting to see what his trajectory will be.

[ramman2999]

I mentioned Jaxson Dart in here before.

Posted about him last season when I thought he was coming out for the draft.

I said I thought he would be a great pick. Read what I said.

Really like the kid. Been knowing him since USC. He was our recruit. Kid is from Utah.

Actually When Lincoln Riley took the Job we thought he was going to coach him up. He transferred when Lincoln Bought in Caleb Williams.

Tremendous athlete. Dual threat Quarterback. Took over for Kegan Slovis.

Best game as a Trojan was against Utah he went Ape shit.

[ramman2999]

The Rams will EVENTUALLY need to draft a new QB1.

My expectation is that Matthew Stafford will play at least one more year (maybe 2), so it's not an immediate need. Rather, it's a situation in which the Rams might want to consider drafting a QB to develop (much in the way, for example, the Packers developed Jordan Love).

As far as candidates, though... the pickings are slim.

Two QBs will go in the Top 10 picks: Cam Ward (Miami) and Shedeur Sanders (Colorado). I don't see either of those players as the type of prospects who would merit giving up the massive amount of draft capital it would take to move up to get one of them.

Is there a universe in which the Rams, having filled other needs in FA, are willing to use the No. 26 pick on a QB? I wouldn't rule it out, but then the question becomes... who might be worth that pick?

I see only one guy: Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss.

Dart has good size and athleticism, and a very strong arm. He has a ton of experience, and improved steadily from year to year. And, in a key recent development, he is receiving (unlike, for example, Jalen Milroe) very positive reviews from the Senior Bowl practices.

I believe that Dart is likely to emerge as the third QB selected, which means he very well could move up to the first round.

If the Rams don't make a move like that, they certainly could take a flyer on a QB in Round 3 and beyond. The odds of that producing the heir apparent to Stafford? Not great.

So, right now.... Dart is the only QB I'm really taking a hard look at for the Rams.

I mentioned him in other posts. Great kid. Would be a great pick.

I actually like him better than some of the Quarterbacks in front of him.

You are onto something. He’s gonna be the kid whose name rises in the draft with the upside. Last season I had a post comparing him to Patrick Mahomes where teams will go crazy with his upside. I do see the same type of potential. With the right coaching.

[Dare]

Most issues with Jaxson are stuff that good coaching can correct with diligent practice by the player. My issue with Jaxson has more to do with the mental side of his game. He tends to struggle when asked to prioritize his play from the pocket. He's actually an RPO type of QB so it leads to some questions about his compatibility with Sean's pocket, read heavy system. Also, his game tends to break down when facing top competition defensively something that he definitely will see in the NFL. He reminds me of Kyler Murray in some respects, i.e. Kyler came into the NFL as a two read RPO QB. When contained in the pocket and forced to read he many times will struggle, so he will often prematurely bail from the pocket to threaten contain hoping for dropped coverages. If Jaxson has a good work ethic he can develop beyond that as he has enough talent to be more. But I think that is exactly why most see him as at least a two year project and a mid-round pick.

It's why I think most draft evaluators have him as a mid-round pick (rounds 4 or 5) because though these issues can be improved it takes time. Most see him as a 3rd year starter in the optimal situation for him. He's got the basic talent but most see him as a developmental player in the NFL.

I think the Rams are going to be looking for a QB who can start in year two. IMO that means a QB who can start in his first year if required but would benefit immensely from a year to acclimate to the NFL and refine his game. These include minor technique issues, learning how to study film at the NFL level, and reading the defenses he will see in the NFL. Guys like Nix and Penix didn't look bad as rookie starters but should be much improved in year 2. That to me would suggest mid-first round through the second round.

It's why I expect Stafford to sign a two year deal with the new QB seeing occasional game starts or possessions in games in year two.

[ramman2999]

This has Patrick Mahomes written all over it.

Start and Sit for his whole first season.

Stafford will start run the team and Jaxson steps in when Stafford retires.

This isn’t a Favre you drafted Rodgers.

Stafford knows he’s playing two more seasons. Everybody will be happy.

[ziggy]

I know the old adage when you have 2 qbs you have no qbs.

However when you have a seasoned qb that’s always ready I just don’t think that’s the case.

I hope if they do draft a tough, young, mobile qb McVay slots him in now and again.

It’ll extends Stafford viability and health and it’ll give the new guy some actual NFL experience.

[ramsman34]

To me, Dart’s weaknesses are he is late on non-primary reads, and he is not terribly accurate. Can that be coached out?? I think we should wait until there are some really top quality first round QBs in a draft class. Could be 2026/2027. Most of the elite QBs are first round picks. You don’t find a Tom Brady very often.