THE GOOD, THE BAD, & THE UGLY
Trevor Lawerence, Jacksonville Jaguars, Grade: D-
Lawrence came into the league as the 1st overall pick and the most refined QB prospect. Therefore, it would be an understatement to call him disappointing thus far. The Jags’ play-caller has thrown for only nine touchdowns, including a maximum of one in six games, and 16 INTs. To be fair, Lawrence has dealt with a bad coaching situation (Urban Meyer, enough said.) and inconsistent receivers. But Lawrence still has a ton of potential and a good coach could unlock it if they find him some support.
Zach Wilson, New York Jets, Grade: F
Zach Wilson has looked like a deer in the headlights of a semi-truck this season. Wilson has thrown more picks than T-Law in fewer games and has yet to prove himself better than Trey Lance, Justin Fields, and Mac Jones. Wilson was benched for Mike White, Josh Johnson, and Joe Flacco at different points this season. Furthermore, Wilson might have the best young offensive core around him with Elijah Moore, Michael Carter, Corey Davis, and Alijah Vera-Tucker. Wilson is by no means done, but he has to play better.
Trey Lance, San Fransisco 49ers, Grade: C+
Trey Lance has mostly played in a gadget role outside of his two starts this season. Lance is 1-1 in his starts, with three passing TDs, one INT, and three rushing touchdowns. The 49ers are 7-6 and are solidly in playoff contention thanks to Jimmy G’s play down the stretch. Lance, in my opinion, has the greatest chance of being the best QB in this draft class, barring any injuries.
Justin Fields, Chicago Bears, Grade: D
Fields was my “most likely to be a bust” coming into the season. However, he has shown some positive flashes despite averaging two turnovers a game. On the flip side, Fields had a horrendous game against Tampa Bay, throwing four picks and fumbling twice. He has also had some injury issues and was replaced by Andy Dalton twice. Fields needs a better coach and will get one with the inevitable departure of Matt Nagy. The jury is still out on the raw prospect.
Mac Jones, New England Patriots, Grade: A-
Mac Jones may be the product of circumstance or just a stud in general. Jones replaced Cam Newton as the starter before the season even started. He started off rough at 2-4, but now the Pats are sitting at 10-4 with the #1 seed in the AFC. Jones’ numbers may not pop off the page, but he has been wildly efficient and doesn’t make mistakes, and looks to be the OROTY favorite. It wouldn’t surprise me if Jones is the first rookie QB to ever win Super Bowl MVP.
