Who should the raiders look to draft at QB?

[PDX Raider]

If Raiders drop out of top 5, Dillon Gabriel anyone later in the second round?


1. Dillon Gabriel, Oregon

Easy choice.

Gabriel’s height (5 foot 11) makes him a less-than-ideal NFL prospect, which has led him to a six-year, three-school college career. But he is not without next-level skills.

“What I appreciate most is his quick trigger,” The Athletic’s Dane Brugler wrote last week, adding he would not be surprised if Gabriel becomes a mid-round pick or better. “Gabriel has a great feel for route timing in relation to coverage, which allows him to eliminate things quickly and fire passes without overthinking.”

The Ducks’ quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl against the Tennessee-Ohio State winner will be Gabriel’s record 63rd college game. He is 795 yards away from breaking the FBS career passing record held by Case Keenum (19,217). Gabriel’s confidence, experience and poise shine through in big games – he’s totaled 867 yards, eight touchdown passes and zero interceptions in three victories against CFP teams this season – and there is no surer thing among the quarterbacks in this Playoff.

fourth or fifth, maybe. Dude is short and doesn't have an arm. If you're not in a position to take one of the top 2, and my guess is Raiders won't be- take someone who at least has the physical traits. Gabriel ain't him.

 

[godeep811]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe has yet to announce what he plans to do next season amid speculation that he could make the jump to the NFL.

Milroe's difficult start against Michigan in Tuesday's ReliaQuest Bowl has raised new questions about his status for the NFL draft.

The Crimson Tide got off to a disastrous start, with a driving rain turning field conditions at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla., to slop. Milroe had a forgettable first quarter, struggling with the conditions while completing 3 of 4 passes for 13 yards with an interception and two lost fumbles. Alabama fell behind 16-0 early in the second quarter.

Milroe's struggles led to questions about his NFL future.

"Jalen Milroe now has 3 turnovers in 10 plays against Michigan backups, and he thinks he’s ready for the NFL," noted sportsbook Bovada in a post on X.

Others noted that if Milroe played in Tuesday's game to help his NFL draft stock, the decision may have backfired on him.

"Supposedly Jalen Milroe played in this game to showcase himself to the NFL. Uh … yeah," noted another person in a post on X.

 

[PDX Raider]

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe has yet to announce what he plans to do next season amid speculation that he could make the jump to the NFL.

Milroe's difficult start against Michigan in Tuesday's ReliaQuest Bowl has raised new questions about his status for the NFL draft.

The Crimson Tide got off to a disastrous start, with a driving rain turning field conditions at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla., to slop. Milroe had a forgettable first quarter, struggling with the conditions while completing 3 of 4 passes for 13 yards with an interception and two lost fumbles. Alabama fell behind 16-0 early in the second quarter.

Milroe's struggles led to questions about his NFL future.

"Jalen Milroe now has 3 turnovers in 10 plays against Michigan backups, and he thinks he’s ready for the NFL," noted sportsbook Bovada in a post on X.

Others noted that if Milroe played in Tuesday's game to help his NFL draft stock, the decision may have backfired on him.

"Supposedly Jalen Milroe played in this game to showcase himself to the NFL. Uh … yeah," noted another person in a post on X.

At least it doesn't rain in LV.

 

[raiderfreak7]

At least it doesn't rain in LV.

Yeah, at least mention that the first quarter was a monsoon and guys could hardly hold onto the ball or stay on their feet. It was wild. He needs a lot work but just pointing to that first quarter isn’t a fair argument to make against him.

 

[phxraida15]

Yeah, at least mention that the first quarter was a monsoon and guys could hardly hold onto the ball or stay on their feet. It was wild. He needs a lot work but just pointing to that first quarter isn’t a fair argument to make against him.

I’m not judging him based on the 1st quarter. I wasn’t a fan before then. The game moves to fast for him in college right now. He’d need at least two years on the bench in the NFL. He does have crazy talent though.

 

[Chris_77]

He’d need at least two years on the bench in the NFL.

Yeah, no way he just hits the ground running playing a brand new position. He'll need some time to learn for sure.