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Pats take QB Jimmy Garappolo in 2nd Round

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You want explanations of why the Pats would spend a second round pick on a quarterback? I’m at a loss as well. I didn’t go too heavy on the QBs in my draft research.

Did I think it was a possibility? Sure. In the second round? Nope.

What does my crack internet research tell me? That Garoppolo makes quick reads, has a quick release and will need time to develop. Well, he’ll have that in New England. But I’m pretty sure Brady got a surge of adrenalin as soon as the pick was made. 

Now the question is whether Mallett gets moved. I’ve never been a big fan of Mallett’s. Big arm. Bad touch. Not much progress in three seasons. So I’d be fine swapping Garappolo for him, though I don’t think it’s necessarily a lock Mallett gets traded.

I’ll start doing more digging on Garappolo but what is there to say? The Pats blew our minds in the second round once again.

Here’s NFL.com’s bottom line (that won’t make you feel better):

BOTTOM LINE

A decorated FCS passer, Garoppolo could excite quarterback coaches with his quick delivery, mental make-up and work habits, yet he still needs to prove he can fit the ball into tight windows and do more than carve up soft shells the way he regularly did on his way to a record-breaking performance in college. Possesses the physical tools to eventually earn an NFL starting job in a rhythm passing game with continued refinement but is more of a caretaker than a game changer and will require some patience adapting to the NFL game.

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After a big win at Florida State, he emerged from the locker room with a giant barrel of animal crackers under his arm and spoke of the afterlife. He carried around a Chucky doll at all times and treated it like an actual child. He made some vaguely sexual references about what he did to LSU’s offensive line two years ago. He constantly dances in between plays. He will start a fight with anybody on any opposing team at any time. He yelled something that cannot be printed here at the Tennessee band. I don’t know how he found it, but when he was a sophomore, before he had really accomplished anything, he came charging out of the tunnel with a tractor chain hanging from his neck.

Q&A: A reporter’s take on Dominique Easley – Sports – The Boston Globe

Looks like we might’ve found our Spikes replacement in the personality department.

https://www.patspropaganda.com/after-a-big-win-at-florida-state-he-emerged-from/

Updated Patriots Top 50 Draft Board

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Here’s the latest with some re-jiggering after the Easley pick – six guys are off because they were taken or are no longer a need. For tonight I’m hoping offensive guard and tight end. Wild cards would be linebacker or defensive end.

  1. *Xavier Su’a-Filo, OG, UCLA: Experienced and powerful, instant starter at right guard for Pats? Probably gone in the early second.
  2. *Austin Seferian-Jenkins, TE, Washington:  Prototypical Y-TE who is a solid red-zone threat and blocks with aggression. Another good Gronk compliment and maybe my favorite TE for the Pats.
  3. *David Yankey, OG, Stanford:  Versatile captain with very good size could be immediate starter inside.
  4. Joel Bitonio, OT, Nevada: Outstanding playing personality and dedication to football. Very versatile, shot up draft boards near the end.
  5. Marquise Lee, WR, USC:  Dynamic receiver who might be too good to pass up despite the presence of Aaron Dobson.
  6. Trent Murphy, DE/OLB, Stanford: Good instincts, motor and toughness. Bit of a tweener in Pats system, but plays the way they like.
  7. *Kareem Martin, DE, North Carolina: Good strength and burst. Could slip inside on passing downs. Captain.
  8. *C.J. Fiedorowicz, TE, Iowa: Willing blocker with slippery ability to get open. Another solid TE prospect that could play the Y.
  9. Troy Niklas, Y-TE, Notre Dame: Huge target in the mold of Gronk with the potential to be an every-down tight end almost immediately.
  10. Jace Amaro, F-TE, Texas Tech: Still a bit raw but knows how to get open in the passing game with ideal tight end size. He’d be a good compliment to Gronk and able to play the Y or F spots.
  11. *Allen Robinson, WR, Penn State: Good size and productivity in Bill O’Brien’s offense that would translate to pros.
  12. *Gabe Jackson, OG, Miss State: Excellent size with nimble feet. Can be over-aggressive at times. Two-time captain. Very SEC experienced.
  13. Travis Swanson, C, Arkansas:  Would give the Pats a huge size bump at the center spot. Familiarity with Arkansas offese will help transition. Two-time captain, football junkie.
  14. Weston Richburg, C, Colorado State: Durable vocal leader with good size.
  15. *Russell Bodine, C, North Carolina: Short-armed, but aggressive and great knee bend. Good size too.
  16. Jason Verrett, CB, TCU: Undersized but competitive, likely best to fit in the slot.
  17. Carlos Hyde, RB, Ohio State: Good all-around running back who runs hard downhill, welcomes contact.
  18. Andre Williams, RB, Boston College:  Smart, powerful back would be good insurance on Ridley/Vereen.
  19. Christian Jones, ILB, Florida State: Great athlete with ideal size who could play multiple LB positions. Awareness an issue? Sounds like Mayo.
  20. Dakota Dozier, OG, Furman: Outstanding size with powerful build. Experienced and light on feet.
  21. Jonotthan Harrison, C, Florida: Size, strength and intangibles. Could play any interior position.
  22. *Logan Thomas, QB, Virginia Tech: Elite athleticism and size, would need time but could develop to challenge Brady in 2-3 years.
  23. Bryan Stork, C, Florida State: Athletic with excellent size. Hard worker, the game is important to him.
  24. Brock Vereen, FS, Minnesota: Shane’s brother is a smart, rangy free safety who is a leader.
  25. Marcus Smith, DE, Louisville: Hybrid defender who could play multiple spots and roles. HS QB.
  26. Ed Stinson, DE, Alabama: Great frame with impressive size and strength. Would be an interesting developmental tool in BB’s defense. Two-gapper, maybe any spot in 34 DL.
  27. Crockett Gilmore, TE, Colorado State: Good size for a Y tight end, maybe not the best receiving threat but could be a good Gronk insurance type in later rounds.
  28. Vinnie Sunseri, SS, Alabama: Instinctive, physical and a leader. Coming off injury.
  29. Max Bullough, ILB, Michigan State: Big, tough, experienced, durable, competitive Mike linebacker with good speed.
  30. Trey Burton, F-TE, Florida: Versatile and competitive. Player multiple spots, incl. QB. McDaniels’ Swiss Army Knife?
  31. Pierre Desir, CB, Lindenwood: Great size, outside press man potential, but from small school.
  32. Tyler Gaffney, RB, Stanford: Good size and versatility, runs downhill. Good compliment to the current NE backs.
  33. Jarvis Landry, WR, LSU: Determined, tough and aggressive. Not ideal size but plays hard. Captain.
  34. TJ Jones, WR, Notre Dame: Experienced captain who would be a slot receiver with some versatility (special teams) on Pats.
  35. Jared Abbrederis, WR, Wisconsin: Smart, hardworking receiver who has all the intangibles. Ran many Patriots-like routes.
  36. Quincy Enunwa, WR, Nebraska: Good size and excellent intangibles. Could play outside.
  37. Brandon Linder, OG, Miami: Great size, durability, and intangibles. Aggressive. Versatile – played all along line, incl. TE.
  38. *Jeremy Gallon, WR, Michigan: Good coverage recognition, smooth. Quick, good explosion, nice hands. Undersized.
  39. Ladarius Perkins, RB, Miss. St: Captain with great agility and vision. Underrated catcher, good acceleration. 
  40. *Jordan Tripp, OLB, Montana State: Instinctive and tough.
  41. Travis Carrie, CB, Ohio: Good size and awareness with special teams experience. Student of the game, leadership.
  42. Josh Mauro, DE, Stanford: Good size and versatility,not a ton of pass rush presence but could develop.
  43. Tom Savage, QB, Pittsburgh: Inconsistent pocket passer.
  44. Rob Blanchflower, Y-TE, UMass: Good size and experience. Developmental #3 Y-TE.