I would guess that Grier and Flo have their QB in mind. If it's Tua we're going to have to go up and get him. I think Herbert may just be there at 5.
QBs (plural). Always have a plan B
I would guess that Grier and Flo have their QB in mind. If it's Tua we're going to have to go up and get him. I think Herbert may just be there at 5.
Have to keep an eye on the Raiders as well. Being in a new market in Las Vegas they will want to make a splash.It is risky sitting at 5, but the Chargers are our biggest threat right now, because the top 4 teams need an elite player this draft, and trading any lower than 7 isn't smart for them. Carolina just signed Bridgewater, no need to move up. I am hoping, fingers crossed that the Chargers land Cam Newton.
Have to keep an eye on the Raiders as well. Being in a new market in Las Vegas they will want to make a splash.
Plus, Gruden can't be happy with Carr.
No injury, no doubt Tua goes #1 ahead of Burrow.Something else to consider. Tua, Burrow and Hurts had NFL caliber coaching. Not so with Herbert and especially Love. You know NFL people will be weighing that, which is part of why the combine holds some weight. To see athletic ability, individual interviews, how well players take to coaching etc. Herbert, in particular, seemed to close the gap somewhat with the Senior Bowl and the combine.
It's still hard to envision teams giving up a lot to move up for Tua. Prior to the injury, of course. In fact, I think Miami fans would be discussing Burrow instead as Cincinnati probably takes Tua without that injury. It's easy for fans to say "trade up at all costs," but completely different for NFL GM's who are fired for bad decisions. The hip injury, while Tua seems to be fine, is still somewhat unprecedented.
Entirely different story if Tua drops to #5. Will be interesting to see what way the Dolphins would go if both Tua and Herbert are there at #5.