Justin Herbert - Bolts Franchise QB Official Discussion

[Xenos]

McGinn compiles comments from random scouts about Herbert:

https://theathletic.com/1752494/2020/04/17/mcginns-nfl-draft-series-scouts-on-top-quarterbacks/

3. JUSTIN HERBERT, Oregon (6-6, 235, 4.72, 1): Herbert is a four-year starter with a 29-13 record. “If the Oregon kid had Alabama’s receivers or Oklahoma’s receivers or LSU’s receivers he’d be the best one,” said one scout. “He had nobody helping him. He’s got a cannon arm. He runs 4.6. He’s smart as a whip. He’s not a dynamic leader, but remember, Troy Aikman was not a dynamic leader. I’m not saying this guy’s Troy Aikman, but there’s no difference in this guy and the guy at Duke (Daniel Jones) last year. In fact, this kid is a better athlete. He’s got everything, plus he’s a great kid. If you don’t like that damn quarterback at Oregon put the Rose Bowl on and the Pac-10 championship.” Herbert posted an NFL passer rating of 106.4. “He took some knocks about his personality,” said a second scout. “The word ‘introvert’ was thrown around. That couldn’t be further from the truth. He’s just a nice, genuine kid and is comfortable in his own skin.” All-around prep athlete grew up in the shadows of Oregon’s Autzen Stadium in Eugene. “I like him, to a degree,” said a third scout. “I don’t think he’s an elite player. He’s kind of robotic and mechanical. Accuracy’s off. He has the classic looks of an NFL quarterback. That’s that guy that has burned a lot of people in the past. Big, tall, good-looking, interviews well, smart, throws the ball a mile, all that stuff. (Blaine) Gabbert. Jared Goff. Not a lot of vision. Not a really good playmaker.” Herbert posted a Wonderlic of 25.

[SYB]

He started the Fishing Club at Sheldon High School...

Something that leaders do.:disco:

[SYB]

Not sure where Andy Dalton comparison came from. Herbert can be a Josh Allen/Carson Wentz QB with the right coaching.

TG

It comes from someone without a clue pulling things from their ass.

[Shumway]

I am always a bit of an optimist, but I can't help but laugh at my own internal thoughts as I'm now thinking that "Hey the Wonderlich score must actually mean something. As well as having the physical tools, he's a really smart guy."

[Bolt-O]

[Velo]

Better get him a left tackle, that's all I'm saying.

I wouldn't have been pissed if we picked him at 20. But he's a project.

Pipkins or Tevi.

[Bolt-O]

[SYB]

The Powder Blues is the most pessimistic downer Chargers group. Can't believe the negativity. Look forward to coming back to this thread in two years.

The vast majority of the negative Nancy's aren't regular posters. Just the same trolls who leave their bridges on game days.

[Critty]

When the QB room has a jouneyman vet as the starter who contract will expire and your back up is a 5th rd pick sophomore from Sammy small school.....

Drafting a 6'6 240lb QB that was Pac12 Champ and Rose Bowl MVP doesn't look bad at all on paper.

Hopefully it looks even better on gameday.

[SYB]

Hello Charger fans! I am a long time Duck fan and now a brand new Charger fan....... I must say I am more than a little disappointed at most of the reaction with this fan base...... do your homework on Herbert!

three head coaches in four years, he had no receivers his junior year, 52 dropped passes recorded on stats by his receivers, he lost confidence in his receivers and he did hesitate with his passes. His receivers not only dropped passes they broke off routes, Ducks had three WR coaches in three straight years. His most dependable target got injured and was out for the season early his senior year. He did not trust his receivers for a good reason. The kid is big, he has deceptive speed, he has power and has a cannon. Will he be the next Fouts? Nope, he will be the next good QB if the Chargers can handle him right and not throw him to the wolves with no talent around him. This may be my only post..... not impressed with Charger fans here.....

Welcome and thanks for sharing a little truth.

[SYB]

I am always a bit of an optimist, but I can't help but laugh at my own internal thoughts as I'm now thinking that "Hey the Wonderlich score must actually mean something. As well as having the physical tools, he's a really smart guy."

Screw the Wonderlic, the kid was the Academic Heisman.

[Duck fan]

When PR left we all knew we'd need a QB.. We knew we had to start the search and this is the start. Give him a year on the bench and some good coaching and hope for the best. He does have all the physical tools.

a year on the bench is just what he needs, the NFL is a high speed game played by men. Most Ducks fans were hoping for the Chargers, it was a good fit after the cluster which is the coaching carousel that is Tennessee. We really like him with the Chargers, lots of Duck fans chanting “not Miami, not Miami, not Miami” lol. Justin will impressed if handled right