Fall of the QBs -Trading Down

[DaveThePanther2008]

I was listening to NFL Network last night (Monday morning EST) and I got the impression that some of these QBs might drop out of the first round.  Also that some of these teams might want to trade up from the early second round into the first to ensure they get a QB. 

 

This would be a prime spot for one of these teams to trade up.  We would obtain an extra pick(s) somewhere and still get a similar value.

 

I would definitely do this.

[Zod]

I would do it in a heart beat if it meant picking up another 3rd rounder in the process.

[Zithers]

im guessing between houston, jacksonville, cleveland, oakland, tampa, minnesota, and potentially tennessee, st louis, and cincy - everyone will get their guy between the big four QBs. and if they dont they arent going to try scrambling by trading up to get plan B.

 

i'm also guessing a blue goose DL or one of those 10 WR/OT will be there for the picking at 28 and we're not gonna chance losing out on them by trading back 5+ picks.

[ctrcat]

Possible, but not likely.

[stirs]

 

Jax would be the prime target for us to trade with, in my mind anyway.  Everyone might be surprised with several of the named QB's still on the board that a guy like Tom Savage jumps in front of some guys

[panfanman]

I've also heard that if certain QB's fall to pick #31or #29, Denver or New England, either are rumored to possibly take one in the 1st to start grooming for the future exit of Manning or Brady. Could just be a smokescreen but the possibility might be enough for one of the early 2nd round teams to want to get in front of New England. Good for us and I would do it without hesitation. The talent level aavailable at 28 should still be there at 33 - 38 if need be.

[davos]

If only one or two QBs are gone by 26, we could definitely emerge as a trade partner if someone in the 2nd wants to ensure themselves Carr, Bridgewater, Bortles, etc.  I think Manziel goes in R1 but if he's somehow available at 28, you gotta think that would be the most appealing scenario for other teams.  

[TANTRIC-NINJA]

Trading down so teams can get a qb is the best case we can jope for if the Marquise Lees are gone by 28. Two seconds and a third is gold in this draft.

[t96]

I'm thinking this is a likely scenario if any of the top 3 are sitting there when we pick. If we got and early to mid 2nd and another early to mid 3rd that would be absolutely amazing. 4 starters right there.

[DaveThePanther2008]

I one of the solid WR or OT were there it would be hard to pass on.  However, if we are on the fence about a player and would rather take him in the 2nd and there is a chance to pick up an extra 2nd and 3rd and maybe even a 1st next year.  I would jump at it.

[frash.exe]

Wouldn't mind it

Remember hurney isn't here anymore so it's not like we have to worry about picking in the first round to actually get a good player anymore

[philp]

Go for it.  Man it feels good to have a QB.  I love Cam.

[MrBubba]

I would be for it, if we get a third. All depends on Cleveland, if they take Johnny at 4, other QBs might fall and Panthers get a call. Otherwise, every team will try and get ahead of Cleveland at 26, so 25 will be the trade down spot.

[PantherAZ]

I read on PFT the other day that several teams have told Bridgewater they will trade into the mid to late 20's to take him (I'll have to look for the link). Honestly, I think this is hoping to be a very good draft for us. Two things will work in our favor. 1. QB's that everyone likes, but unsure of drafting high. This could mean a trade back scenario or teams freak out if one or two go early causing them to pass on better players. The problem I see with the trade back scenario is I don't know how open G-man would be to it. He's consistently talked about the "process." I remember a while ago he said something about the dangers of trading picks. At the time, everyone assumed he meant trading up. He may have meant either way. The Panthers staff has spent the past 4 months or so looking at pick number 28 and doing their research on projections for that pick. If you trade back, it's puts you in the unknown of sorts. You may have to take chances on players you know less about. Just a thought. G-man seems like the type who believes in hard work and his team's research.

The other thing that may help us is the fact that our needs are two of the deepest positions in the draft. I wonder if teams will pass on WR's and LT's for other positions knowing they can get talent in later rounds.