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What if the Panthers DON'T draft a QB?

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Imagine they are able to trade down, get a second rounder this season, a first rounder next season. (Opinions about this move not needed unless you are Hurney).

They decide to bring Moore back, sign a veteran, and take a year to make sure Clausen is the bust everyone is so certain he is. Because last year was a train wreck from top to bottom, they want to make sure. Most would call that a smart move, considering no QB in this draft will be starting in 2011. (Assume that is the case even if you think Newton is better than Manning and Brady right now).

Now they have 2 first rounders in the 2012 draft. If QB is not worked out, they will probably be two fairly high picks. You can move all the way up in the 2012 draft--at least the top 3. What would we have to choose from? Here is a list of the top seniors and the top Juniors. BTW, Cam lovers, tell me how Pryor is not more NFL ready? Same size, athleticism, and baggage you like.

Best Seniors in 2012 Draft

Michigan State’s Kirk Cousins has the prototypical height of an NFL quarterback at 6’3’’, but is a bit undersized, weighing in at 210 pounds; the average sized NFL quarterback weighs approximately 225 pounds. He stands tall and moves around confidently and instinctively in the pocket and has a very short and quick release. Cousins can feel the rush and isn’t afraid to run when scrambling is his best option. Cousins does not possess great accuracy on short, intermediate, or long routes, though he has improved his accuracy greatly since his sophomore campaign. He compensates for this with phenomenal decision making; he has just 15 interceptions in 583 career passing attempts. Kirk Cousins also demonstrates the ability to make all the NFL throws. When needed, Cousins can put a great amount of zip on the ball, while also being able to exhibit touch on his deep ball. Cousins’ biggest flaw is staring down receivers, as he often goes to his first or second read almost instantly without scanning the field.

Ohio State’s Terrelle Prior: 6'6", 235 lbs. sub 4.6 40.

Kiper (I know, blast Kiper here because you don't like him. I don't either, but this is the best outside opinion I could find--pre 2010 season) says: "While The Golden Calf of Bristol was in a system that asked him to run and he liked to run, Young and Pryor don't need to run, but they can run. It's a big distinction. Part of Young's growth and value as an NFL quarterback is his knowledge of his physical skills allowing him to run, but he doesn't have to just to have value. What Pryor will need to prove is that he has footwork, not just good feet, an accurate arm, not just a cannon, and that he can read plays and deliver with anticipation, not just find open receivers."

As I've written before, Pryor likely never will have textbook mechanics. But if he can improve in other areas, namely footwork and decision-making, he can be a heck of a college quarterback, and possibly a great pro quarterback. This spring, I saw improved footwork from Pryor, and if he can make smart decisions -- and anticipate the right throws, as Kiper says -- he should have a great junior season.

San Diego State’s Ryan Lindley has a big arm and has a tendency to lock his front knee, causing his big arm to sail over the head of receivers on intermediate routes. However, his deep accuracy is the envy of quarterbacks across the nation, and he has shown immense development over the years. The Aztecs run a pro style offense, and Lindley's experience in such a system will pay off come draft time.

Brandon Weedon, Oklahoma State: Can you say Chris Weinke? A former baseball player, drafted by the Yankees second overall in the 2002 draft, He will be 29. Good player with good tools. Still, who wants to draft a 30 year old QB (besides the Panthers?)

Best Juniors who could declare for 2012 Draft (All have high first round potential)

Andrew Luck, Stanford 6’4” 230

Landry Jones, Oklahoma 6’ 4” 220

Matt Barkley, USC 6’2” 220

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Interesting perspective but it will never happen. JR will lose his whole fan base if he does this. The QB position MUST be addressed in free agency or in the draft.

I suggest that he bring in a free agent, and last year we drafted 3 QBs and it takes a while to develop QBs. Never say never. If you read the post, you will see that I asked you not to get caught up in that because it was not the point.

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If that is what the list looks like we better draft Cam or Gabbert. Ugh. This is what Darin Gantt was talking about when he said that talking to NFL scouts even though they weren't in love with Cam or Gabbert they were also not very impressed with any of the QBs on the horizon (except for Luck who is now the best prospect in the history of not just the NFL draft but any draft in any sport :rolleyes:).

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