2026 draft QB needy teams

[Ramsfan08ny]

Here's my way too early projection of teams that could be in need of a QB in next years draft. All could be in the very top half of draft... in no particular order. A 3 win Falcon season would sure make things a bit easier, and let Mcvay mold Manning!

Jets
Colts
Raiders

Questionable -
Dolphins - depending on Tua's health
Browns - never know with that franchise.

Fewer teams looking to move up means more affordable cost to trade up.

Am I overlooking anyone?

[Bulldawg]

Cleveland might possibly need a QB next year.

[Commish]

Cheer for the Falcons to collapse, and for Shedeur Sanders to have a solid rookie season with the Browns... :? :P

RAM SEASON!!

--The Commish

[DelMar]

Shedeur Sanders to have a solid rookie season with the Browns... :? :P

RAM SEASON!!

--The Commish

5 QB’s … w two rookies in that bunch on current roster.

I think we all know where HBO hard knocks will be filming this summer.

[ocram23]

Here's my way too early projection of teams that could be in need of a QB in next years draft. All could be in the very top half of draft... in no particular order. A 3 win Falcon season would sure make things a bit easier, and let Mcvay mold Manning!

Jets
Colts
Raiders

Questionable -
Dolphins - depending on Tua's health
Browns - never know with that franchise.

Fewer teams looking to move up means more affordable cost to trade up.

Am I overlooking anyone?

Pittsburgh, if things go south this year they will be looking
Carolina, if Young has a bad year they are definitely going to be looking at QB
Arguably 6-7 teams looking next yr

[SheepNoMore]

It's not too early for an interesting topic like this!
Which of the 6 teams would finish behind the Falcons?
I see only maybe 3 teams that would have a worse record and need a QB. And the extra #1 could get the Rams above them.


Carolina - Highly likely a worse record (hope Bryce has a good year and they don't go for a QB).
Jets - Likely worse record than ATL (root for Fields!)
Raiders - Likely worse record than ATL
Colts - Maybe the same record as ATL (8-9)
Pittsburgh - probably better record than ATL
Dolphins - probably better record than ATL (not likely to move on from Tua)

Here's Vegas's 2025 standings projected (ATL with 7.5 wins)
https://www.espn.com/espn/betting/story ... l-32-teams

[ocram23]

It's not too early for an interesting topic like this!
Which of the 6 teams would finish behind the Falcons?
I see only maybe 3 teams that would have a worse record and need a QB. And the extra #1 could get the Rams above them.


Carolina - Highly likely a worse record (hope Bryce has a good year and they don't go for a QB).
Jets - Likely worse record than ATL (root for Fields!)
Raiders - Likely worse record than ATL
Colts - Maybe the same record as ATL (8-9)
Pittsburgh - probably better record than ATL
Dolphins - probably better record than ATL (not likely to move on from Tua)

Here's Vegas's 2025 standings projected (ATL with 7.5 wins)
https://www.espn.com/espn/betting/story ... l-32-teams

I think the Raiders are going to be better than you think. Leaders right now have to be Cleveland and the Jets with the Colts right behind them IMO

[Ramsfan08ny]

It's not too early for an interesting topic like this!
Which of the 6 teams would finish behind the Falcons?
I see only maybe 3 teams that would have a worse record and need a QB. And the extra #1 could get the Rams above them.


Carolina - Highly likely a worse record (hope Bryce has a good year and they don't go for a QB).
Jets - Likely worse record than ATL (root for Fields!)
Raiders - Likely worse record than ATL
Colts - Maybe the same record as ATL (8-9)
Pittsburgh - probably better record than ATL
Dolphins - probably better record than ATL (not likely to move on from Tua)

Here's Vegas's 2025 standings projected (ATL with 7.5 wins)
https://www.espn.com/espn/betting/story ... l-32-teams

I think the Raiders are going to be better than you think. Leaders right now have to be Cleveland and the Jets with the Colts right behind them IMO

Yea, the panthers, , Jets, and Colts having the top 3 picks would suck.

[ocram23]

I think the Raiders are going to be better than you think. Leaders right now have to be Cleveland and the Jets with the Colts right behind them IMO

Yea, the panthers, , Jets, and Colts having the top 3 picks would suck.

yeah Carolina's ownership is awful so maybe if Manning has a good yr they block them from drafting Arch. That would not surprise me

[wildram01]

Here's my way too early projection of teams that could be in need of a QB in next years draft. All could be in the very top half of draft... in no particular order. A 3 win Falcon season would sure make things a bit easier, and let Mcvay mold Manning!

Jets
Colts
Raiders

Questionable -
Dolphins - depending on Tua's health
Browns - never know with that franchise.

Fewer teams looking to move up means more affordable cost to trade up.

Am I overlooking anyone?

I think there will be more teams looking besides the Colts, Jets and Browns. A lot teams that don't seem like they will need a QB could be if their current QB doesn't step up in 2025. Seattle, Minnesota, New Orleans, Pittsburgh, Arizona, SF, maybe even Dallas. There won't be a shortage of teams to compete with.

[wildram01]

I think there will be more teams looking besides the Colts, Jets and Browns. A lot teams that don't seem like they will need a QB could be if their current QB doesn't step up in 2025. Seattle, Minnesota, New Orleans, Pittsburgh, Arizona, SF, maybe even Dallas. There won't be a shortage of teams to compete with.

TWO 1st Rounders a great place to start. 2027 1st Rounder and more COULD be in trade too, just sayin....

The Browns being the Browns AND having the Jags first rounder will make them tough to beat. They might be able to use the first overall pick and trade us the second With the two 1st's and Snead's wheeling and dealing, we should be able to make something happen.

[malibu]

Tough one but maybe Penix flames out. He did look good last year they have a ton of weapons and really worked on the D rush in the draft. That division is a tough one to figure. Anything could happen.

The biggest issue is one of those QB needy teams ends up with the first pick in the draft they are not selling it. But if Manning performs he could block their chances similar to what ELI did refusing to to go to the Chargers

[Commish]

Here's my way too early projection of teams that could be in need of a QB in next years draft. All could be in the very top half of draft... in no particular order. A 3 win Falcon season would sure make things a bit easier, and let Mcvay mold Manning!

Jets
Colts
Raiders

Questionable -
Dolphins - depending on Tua's health
Browns - never know with that franchise.

Fewer teams looking to move up means more affordable cost to trade up.

Am I overlooking anyone?

I think there will be more teams looking besides the Colts, Jets and Browns. A lot teams that don't seem like they will need a QB could be if their current QB doesn't step up in 2025. Seattle, Minnesota, New Orleans, Pittsburgh, Arizona, SF, maybe even Dallas. There won't be a shortage of teams to compete with.

I'm not envisioning the Seahawks or Raiders moving on from their newly-acquired QBs after one year, even a disappointing one, likewise for the Vikings after their second-year QB's first starting season.

I would consider the Panthers, Dolphins, 49ers and Cowboys as 'long shots' to be looking for a new starting QB next year, barring a serious collapse at the position they'll likely stick with whom they have.

The Saints though, they will almost certainly be looking for a rookie QB prospect during the 2026 NFL draft... :? ;) :|

RAM SEASON!!

--The Commish

[Ramsfan08ny]

I think there will be more teams looking besides the Colts, Jets and Browns. A lot teams that don't seem like they will need a QB could be if their current QB doesn't step up in 2025. Seattle, Minnesota, New Orleans, Pittsburgh, Arizona, SF, maybe even Dallas. There won't be a shortage of teams to compete with.

I'm not envisioning the Seahawks or Raiders moving on from their newly-acquired QBs after one year, even a disappointing one, likewise for the Vikings after their second-year QB's first starting season.

I would consider the Panthers, Dolphins, 49ers and Cowboys as 'long shots' to be looking for a new starting QB next year, barring a serious collapse at the position they'll likely stick with whom they have.

The Saints though, they will almost certainly be looking for a rookie QB prospect during the 2026 NFL draft... :? ;) :|

RAM SEASON!!

--The Commish

Didn't the Saints draft Shough?

[Bulldawg]

Shedeur Sanders to have a solid rookie season with the Browns... :? :P

RAM SEASON!!

--The Commish

5 QB’s … w two rookies in that bunch on current roster.

I think we all know where HBO hard knocks will be filming this summer.

Now that would be entertainment...

[DVA_ram33]

I think Colts are the dark horse for #1.

[Ramsfan08ny]

Didn't the Saints draft Shough?

Don't let details and facts get in the way of a good commish "holier-than-thou" rant, ny.

Sorry commish! Give em hell bro!

[ocram23]

I think Colts are the dark horse for #1.

the more I think about it you are probably correct. AR is not good but maybe they trade for Cousins? you never know. Ballard has to do well this year in Indy or he will be out as GM

[Commish]

The Saints though, they will almost certainly be looking for a rookie QB prospect during the 2026 NFL draft... :? ;) :|

RAM SEASON!!

Didn't the Saints draft Shough?

Yes, however I would state that, based on when they drafted him, the Saints 'took a flyer' on the guy rather than making a serious commitment to him as their future starting QB.

Should he have a good rookie season though, that would take the Saints out of the competition for a drafted franchise QB next year; while I'm hardly expecting that to happen, surprises do occur in the NFL on occasion.

So as Rams fans we should be cheering for both Shedeur Sanders and Tyler Shough this season, other than when the Saints will play the Good Guys... 8-)

RAM SEASON!!

--The Commish

[SheepNoMore]

I think there will be more teams looking besides the Colts, Jets and Browns. A lot teams that don't seem like they will need a QB could be if their current QB doesn't step up in 2025. Seattle, Minnesota, New Orleans, Pittsburgh, Arizona, SF, maybe even Dallas. There won't be a shortage of teams to compete with.

TWO 1st Rounders a great place to start. 2027 1st Rounder and more COULD be in trade too, just sayin....

Again, the only teams I worry about are ones who need a QB and finish ahead of Atlanta. I doubt all those teams you list will have those two characteristics.

Which QB do you think is worth three 1st rounders? I don’t think any of them. I’m not sure there’s a huge difference between Aller, Sellers and Nussmeier. The Atletic has three QBs going in the top 5 right now — Manning, Sellers and Aller. I’m not high on Nico Iamaleava but some team may take him high. We will see. I’ll be happy if Manning comes out so someone takes him at #1.

If the Rams stand pat they could get a QB at #11-15 with ATL pick Nussmeier, Fernando Mendoza or Iamaleava. And then have another pick in high 20’s … or lower if all goes well.

[ocram23]

TWO 1st Rounders a great place to start. 2027 1st Rounder and more COULD be in trade too, just sayin....

Again, the only teams I worry about are ones who need a QB and finish ahead of Atlanta. I doubt all those teams you list will have those two characteristics.

Which QB do you think is worth three 1st rounders? I don’t think any of them. I’m not sure there’s a huge difference between Aller, Sellers and Nussmeier. The Atletic has three QBs going in the top 5 right now — Manning, Sellers and Aller. I’m not high on Nico Iamaleava but some team may take him high. We will see. I’ll be happy if Manning comes out so someone takes him at #1.

If the Rams stand pat they could get a QB at #11-15 with ATL pick Nussmeier, Fernando Mendoza or Iamaleava. And then have another pick in high 20’s … or lower if all goes well.

staying far away from Iamaleava

[crazy-legs]

There's a reason why Cleveland has never been to a SB. Gave a stupid contract to Watson. Sign 2 vet's then double down and draft 2 QB's. The GM should be fired. Chances a 3rd round and 5th round QB amount to anything is very slim. They just wasted draft picks and obviously can't keep 5 QB's on the active roster. What a cluster fudge...

If someone, like the HC, doesn't tell Tua to stop diving headfirst they should be fired. Kid has the talent to be successful he just doesn't know how to protect his body. That should be their number 1 priority with him this off season. If not he'll be hurt by the 3rd or 4th game...

Colts wasted a pick on Richardson. My son went to Florida and I got to watch him play live. He can't hit the broadside of a barn. I told my son I wouldn't draft him because he sucks. He said someone will fall in love with him and he'll go in the 1st. Boy was he right...

Teams in need for sure: Jets, Raiders, Saints and Steelers...

Outside chance if their QB falters or gets hurt: Jags, Pats, Colts, Browns, Panthers, Fins and the Cowgirls...

[Commish]

Teams in need for sure: Jets, Raiders, Saints and Steelers...

I'm figuring the Saints as being the top prospect for the #1 overall draft selection next year.

They can start rookie Tyler Shough at QB to 'develop' him, if he struggles as expected they'll likely finish around 3-14 and be in position to pick first in the 2026 NFL draft, while Shough could still be kept as their backup at QB.

Should Shough unexpectedly perform effecively, then they would have a potential franchise QB, costing them only the #40 choice in this year's draft.

If the Saints do indeed end up acquiring Arch Manning, then the Rams wouldn't want to face them in their '26 season opener (something that's overwhelmingly improbable), just to be certain that history wouldn't repeat itself... :? ;)

RAM SEASON!!

--The Commish

[SheepNoMore]

Again, the only teams I worry about are ones who need a QB and finish ahead of Atlanta. I doubt all those teams you list will have those two characteristics.

Which QB do you think is worth three 1st rounders? I don’t think any of them. I’m not sure there’s a huge difference between Aller, Sellers and Nussmeier. The Atletic has three QBs going in the top 5 right now — Manning, Sellers and Aller. I’m not high on Nico Iamaleava but some team may take him high. We will see. I’ll be happy if Manning comes out so someone takes him at #1.

If the Rams stand pat they could get a QB at #11-15 with ATL pick Nussmeier, Fernando Mendoza or Iamaleava. And then have another pick in high 20’s … or lower if all goes well.

staying far away from Iamaleava

I mostly agree, but I am a SEC guy, and when he's good, he's quite a show. If he pulls his head out and has a great 2025, would he be worth their 2nd 1st round pick (1st pick on CB/OL)?

I'm on the Colin Cowherd bandwagon that the Rams simply won't find a backup nearly as good as Stafford in the 2026 draft, so maybe don't waste a pick yet.

[ocram23]

staying far away from Iamaleava

I mostly agree, but I am a SEC guy, and when he's good, he's quite a show. If he pulls his head out and has a great 2025, would he be worth their 2nd 1st round pick (1st pick on CB/OL)?

I'm on the Colin Cowherd bandwagon that the Rams simply won't find a backup nearly as good as Stafford in the 2026 draft, so maybe don't waste a pick yet.

you can't dummy down a play book for a guy like him because he can't remember or learn the plays. Hard pass for me