Packers 2017 Draft: Red and Black Dot players on Offense

Our “Red Dot” Quarterbacks

Kyle — Brad Kaaya, Miami

Brad Kaaya is obviously not one of the top-tier quarterbacks in this class, but he’s a red dot for me because I think he has the minimal holes in his game at this point. He may not win you games on his own, but he’s a guy that I think can be very good game manager and distributor for the team that drafts him. You might get him on Day 3 of the draft and he might push for a starting job sooner than you think.

Dan — Deshaun Watson, Clemson

Admittedly, quarterback is the position I spend the least amount of time evaluating during the pre-draft process. However, having said this, Watson has always been a player I admire. I’ve been a big fan of his ability in college to show up in big moments and deliver. I know people will pick apart his throwing mechanics and arm strength, but he is a guy that finds a way to get it done on the field. He’s a fairly accurate passer and he can make plays with his legs. He’s an exciting player to watch, and this combined with his high character and leadership off the field, make him a very desirable player to have on your team.

Our “Black Dot” Quarterbacks

Kyle — Mitchell Trubisky, North Carolina

I don’t buy Trubisky’s one year of production as proof that I should spend a first round pick on him. He’s raw and relatively unproven. While it is totally possible that I will be proven wrong on this opinion, history typically tells us that banking on a QB’s unproven upside is a dangerous move. Another year at UNC would have been smart decision for Mitch. I would let another team test these waters.

Dan — Chad Kelly, Ole Miss

I would not want Kelly on my team, and I think he will go undrafted this spring. Not only his he a sporadic thrower with poor decision making, he also is a bit of a mess off the field. His immaturity and excessive partying have gotten him into trouble. He was kicked off Clemson’s team for violating team rules before playing at Ole Miss. He was arrested for punching a bouncer and threatening to shoot up a club. He was also kicked out of his brother’s high school football game for rushing the field and picking a fight with a member of the opposing team. And the list goes on and on. I wouldn’t want Kelly’s recklessness and stupidity in my locker room.