The Felger and Mazz Big Board is officially back for the 2024 NFL Draft! With the New England Patriots slated to draft at 3rd overall in this year’s draft, the Big Board will be more important than ever before! Here are the Quarterbacks who were hit on the Big Board!
But before this year’s selections at quarterback, here’s a look at who the Big Board has hit on in the past!
Jake Bequette – Defensive End – Arkansas – 2012 NFL Draft – 3rd round 90th overall
Aaron Dobson – Wide Receiver – Marshall – 2013 NFL Draft – 2nd round 59th overall
FOXBORO, MA – AUGUST 10: Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the New England Patriots prepares to throw against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first half of a preseason game at Gillette Stadium on August 10, 2017 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)
Jimmy Garoppolo – Quarterback – Eastern Illinois – 2014 NFL Draft- 2nd round 62nd overall (shown above)
Trey Flowers – Defensive End – Arkansas – 2014 NFL Draft – 4th round 101st overall
Cyrus Jones – Cornerback & Special Teams – Alabama – 2016 NFL Draft – 2nd round 60th overall
Jacoby Brissett – Quarterback – North Carolina State – 2016 NFL Draft – 3rd round 91st overall (shown below)
Aug 19, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) throws during the second half against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Isaiah Wynn – Offensive Lineman – Alabama – 2018 NFL Draft – 1st round 23rd overall
N’Keal Harry – Wide Receiver – Arizona State University – 2019 NFL Draft – 1st round 32nd overall
JoeJuan Williams – Cornerback – Vanderbilt – 2019 NFL Draft – 2nd round 45th overall
Christian Barmore – Defensive Tackle – Alabama – 2021 NFL Draft – 2nd round 38th overall
Cameron McGrone – Linebacker – Michigan – 2021 NFL Draft – 5th round 177th overall
Cole Strange – Offensive Lineman – Chattanooga – 2022 NFL Draft – 1st round 29th overall
Pierre Strong Jr. – Running Back – South Dakota State University – 2022 NFL Draft – 4th round 127th overall
Keion White – Defensive End – Georgia Tech – 2023 NFL Draft – 2nd round 46th overall
Michael Pratt – Tulane
TAMPA, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 15: Michael Pratt #7 of the Tulane Green Wave passes during a game against the South Florida Bulls at Raymond James Stadium on October 15, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Here are some strengths and weaknesses courtesy of NFL.com
Strengths
- Four-year starter and three-year team captain.
- Displayed consistent improvement at the position over four years.
- Light feet in the pocket to slide and adjust positioning due to pressure.
Weaknesses
- Below-average timing and arm talent as full-field thrower versus NFL coverage.
- Doesn’t throw with enough anticipation against zone windows.
- Slow to get through progressions and locate open targets on the backside.
Spencer Rattler – South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – OCTOBER 14: Spencer Rattler #7 of the South Carolina Gamecocks runs with the ball in the first half during the game against the Florida Gators at Williams-Brice Stadium on October 14, 2023 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)
Here are some strengths and weaknesses courtesy of NFL.com
Strengths
- Feet follow his eyes; throws with accuracy when comfortable.
- Quick to snap into release motion when throwing on RPO looks.
- Takes time but is capable of getting through full-field reads.
Weaknesses
- Struggles to consistently process efficient reads and opportunities.
- Eyes float to and stay with primary receiver even against tight coverage.
- Lacks NFL drive velocity, and deep balls have no late life on them.
Jayden Daniels – LSU
ORLANDO, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 03: Jayden Daniels #5 of the LSU Tigers looks to throw a pass in the first half of a game against the Florida State Seminoles at Camping World Stadium on September 03, 2023 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
Here are some strengths and weaknesses courtesy of NFL.com
Strengths
- Game is marked by command of the field and football intelligence.
- Recognizes pre-snap pressure and has a plan to counter it.
- Gets everyone on the same page when setting up protection.
Weaknesses
- Slender frame will lead to durability concerns.
- Lack of zip creates danger for him outside the numbers.
- Will drop his eyes in the pocket to scan for exits.
