Driskel spent time with Florida from 2011 through 2014. He played for Louisiana Tech in 2015 where he completed 62.3-percent of his passes for 4,026 yards, 27 touchdowns, eight interceptions and a rating of 154.1 in 13 games. Kelly values accuracy and Driskel had that during his one year at Louisiana Tech.
Ironic: #49ers drafted a quarterback (Jeff Driskel) with a pick they acquired from #Broncos, as part of Vernon Davis deal last season
Following the selection, Driskel was asked which NFL quarterback he compares himself too. He mentioned both Alex Smith and Aaron Rodgers. "I look forward to competing with whoever is in the meeting room with me," when asked about the 49ers' quarterback situation.
Driskel is now the fifth quarterback on the San Francisco roster. The others are Colin Kaepernick, Blaine Gabbert, Dylan Thompson, and Thad Lewis.
NFL.com projected that Driskel would be selected in rounds 5 or 6 of the NFL Draft.
Driskel still has the size, arm strength and athleticism that made him the top-rated quarterback coming out of high school, but he hasn't experienced enough growth at the position due to his rocky path to the draft. A positive 2015 helped Driskell regain some confidence, but he's not where he needs to be yet. With his upside and traits, Driskel is worthy of a day three selection and could yield dividends with patience and coaching.
DraftInsider.net had the following to say about Driskel in their scouting report:
After three unimpressive seasons at Florida, Driskel transferred to Louisiana Tech then displayed flashes of next level ability. He possesses the size, arm strength and overall athleticism to play in the NFL but must be more consistent with his mechanics and pass placement if he's to if he's to develop into a starter on Sunday.
Measurables
Height: 6-4
Weight: 234 lbs.
Arm length: 33 1/2 inches
Hand length: 9 3/4 inches
49ers RB Jeff Wilson 'definitely on schedule' to return this season, says Kyle Shanahan
By David Bonilla
Sep 13
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided several injury updates during a conference call this afternoon. Among them was confirmation that cornerback Jason Verrett would miss the remainder of the season after suffering a torn ACL on Sunday against the Detroit Lions.
A surprising injury update was that running back Raheem Mostert will miss about eight weeks after sustaining some chipped knee cartilage. He exited the game in the first half and was replaced by rookie Elijah Mitchell.
The 49ers spent two draft picks on running backs. In addition to Mitchell, a sixth-round pick, the team drafted Trey Sermon out of Ohio State in the third round.
49ers-Eagles: Kyle Shanahan provides injury updates on Emmanuel Moseley, Javon Kinlaw, Jeff Wilson
By David Bonilla
Sep 15
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke with reporters before today's practice at The Greenbrier in West Virginia. He provided several injury updates as the team prepares for its Week 2 contest against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw (knee) and cornerback Emmanuel Moseley (knee) will be among the injured players who will not practice today. Both were inactive for Week 1 against the Detroit Lions.
Shanahan was asked if Kinlaw's injury is something that might have to be managed throughout the season.
"We're not sure. That's why we're trying to take it slow with him," Shanahan answered. "And when we have, it's gotten better. So, you've got to see how that continues to react. I think we'll be easy with him today.
Watch 49ers LB Dre Greenlaw crush Lions fans with pick-six of Jared Goff
By David Bonilla
Sep 12
There are a lot of San Francisco 49ers fans at Ford Field today. However, the majority of the stadium is still filled with Detroit Lions fans. Those fans were probably crushed to see linebacker Dre Greenlaw pick off new Lions quarterback Jared Goff and take the football into the end zone, giving the Niners a 28-10 lead before halftime.
Did you start the @49ers defense in @NFLFantasy?Because they're SCORING.
San Francisco 49ers at Philadelphia Eagles odds and pick - Week 2, 2021
By Winston Chung
Sep 14
The San Francisco 49ers will attempt to avenge their 2020 home loss to the Philadelphia Eagles when they head to the city of brotherly love for Week 2. Here we discuss the odds and analysis from a betting perspective.
When: Sunday September 19th, 2021 10:00am PT (FOX)
Where: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Line: 49ers -3.5, over/under 50.5
Philadelphia Eagles
Jalen Hurts proved quite capable in his first season-opening start, throwing for 3 touchdowns and rushing for 62 yards, and the Eagles defense held the Atlanta Falcons to 2 field goals and 260 total yards in
