I really like Wilkins, but ignoring the QB position with all but the number one prospect off the board is a big gamble for this team. In many ways, the Wilkins pick seems safe and even laudable, and sets the tone for what the new FO is looking for out of their prospects. These are very positive things, but if they do not get their QB this year, they are taking a huge gamble that next year or the following year their QB is going to be on the board, healthy, and within their reach. What if the QB they have targeted doesn’t declare, gets seriously injured or shows significant decline this season? What if several other teams are in the market with better draft capital and leapfrog Miami?
Fans seem to think that because the “class” is going to be better overall, that Miami is going get exactly who they want without any issue, and since the “class” is supposedly better, that a QB picked next year is a can’t miss. There is no evidence to support any of those positions. In fact, the other teams passing this year may well indicate there will be significant competition trying to land a QB next year.
I don’t believe that Miami should pick a guy they don’t believe in or shouldn’t pick BPA, but in the last two years, they have passed on first round QB talent in favor of a safety and a DT and are being led by Ryan Fitzpatrick. Wilkins is indeed a huge gamble.
