QB Jeff Driskel - 6th Round Pick

Originally posted by Joecool:

Originally posted by Niners99:

Driskel sounds very similar to Kaepernick. Same type of skillset, physical measurements, and flaws.

But far cheaper and not disgruntled. I hope he pans out.

I'm not sure if there is any comparison. Driskel has that quick release and is very accurate on the short to intermediate throws. He also stands in the pocket and goes through progressions. He's quick fast as well as distance fast.

Question: other than height, what is the difference between Driskel and Paxton?

Originally posted by NorthBay49er:
Jeff Deeney ‏@PFF_Jeff 13m13 minutes ago
Newest #49ers QB Jeff Driskel's passing map from 2015 at Louisiana Tech.

Originally posted by crake49:

Originally posted by Murphys1:
Probably in the thread already, but, QB gurus...how different is Driskel as a project than Paxton Lynch? They seem similar to me.

Lynch is taller, but Driskel isn't short - he's 6-4. Driskel is quicker and faster. They both have big arms. Driskel actually may be a better pocket guy at this point. Also, Driskel has a little quick release thing with his wrist that I haven't seen with Lynch. I like the pick. Little or no risk with great possible reward.

Originally posted by 9moon:

Originally posted by crake49:

Originally posted by Murphys1:

Probably in the thread already, but, QB gurus...how different is Driskel as a project than Paxton Lynch? They seem similar to me.

Lynch is taller, but Driskel isn't short - he's 6-4. Driskel is quicker and faster. They both have big arms. Driskel actually may be a better pocket guy at this point. Also, Driskel has a little quick release thing with his wrist that I haven't seen with Lynch. I like the pick. Little or no risk with great possible reward.

The way he played and the way he carried Florida and/or LaTech... it's fair to compare him to Jake Locker, before all the injuries.

Originally posted by NorthBay49er:
Jeff Deeney ‏@PFF_Jeff 13m13 minutes ago
Newest #49ers QB Jeff Driskel's passing map from 2015 at Louisiana Tech.

Originally posted by Niners99:

Originally posted by Joecool:

Originally posted by Niners99:

Driskel sounds very similar to Kaepernick. Same type of skillset, physical measurements, and flaws.

But far cheaper and not disgruntled. I hope he pans out.

I'm not sure if there is any comparison. Driskel has that quick release and is very accurate on the short to intermediate throws. He also stands in the pocket and goes through progressions. He's quick fast as well as distance fast.

Question: other than height, what is the difference between Driskel and Paxton?

"Driskel has the skill set to be a quality NFL starting quarterback. He is big, athletic and has the arm strength to make all the throws. That was clear at the combine where he worked out extremely well. However, Driskel doesn't have the mentality of a pro signal-caller. While at Florida, he was a disaster with turnovers, poor accuracy, and taking an offense that had pro talent and making it inept."

Sounds like Kap to me...

Originally posted by Joecool:

Originally posted by NorthBay49er:

Jeff Deeney ‏@PFF_Jeff 13m13 minutes ago
Newest #49ers QB Jeff Driskel's passing map from 2015 at Louisiana Tech.

LOL, hardly any completions over 25 yards. That can be coached. Let him learn for 1.5 to 2 years.

Originally posted by Afrikan:

Looks familiar.....

Still have hope for the kid.

Blaine is a free agent after this season.... if they don't/can't resign him, and this kid shows similar skills....I think he might be Blaine of 2017 to keep Kaepernick on his toes.

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by Afrikan:
Looks familiar.....

Still have hope for the kid.

Blaine is a free agent after this season.... if they don't/can't resign him, and this kid shows similar skills....I think he might be Blaine of 2017 to keep Kaepernick on his toes.

Awww thats so cute. Hope really does spring eternal.

Originally posted by Afrikan:

What do you expect to happen? Like realistically.... not what you want to happen.

I just think the 9ers feel they have a pretty good contract on their hands, in comparison to other teams in the league....as well as the fact that they can get out of it each April of the coming year.

I don't think another QB will sign that type of contract again with the team.... and I don't think they would want to franchise Gabbert as well.

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by OnTheClock:

Driskell's issues appear to be coachable. This pick is almost all about system fit -- he matches Kelly's scheme to the T. With his size and athleticism, if he develops we could have quite a nice QB situation in the future.

The odds aren't great, but at this point in the draft, you're taking a shot on a guy with tools that hasn't put it all together and you think just needs some coaching. We'll see what happens. Excited to watch the competition in pre-season.

He has better upside than the majority of QBs youre taking at that point in the draft. Most of the time its smaller school guys, weak armed passers, guys that are complete statues or have character issues.

Originally posted by OnTheClock:

That's the exciting thing with Driskell. Big time size, mobility, big arm and a quick release at that? Physically it's all there. Technical aspects and the mental game in the NFL, you get those up to par and you become a starting caliber player. Accuracy, reads, and decision-making fall under the latter category and a lack of them can nullify your physical traits.

Originally posted by Niners99:
"Driskel has the skill set to be a quality NFL starting quarterback. He is big, athletic and has the arm strength to make all the throws. That was clear at the combine where he worked out extremely well. However, Driskel doesn't have the mentality of a pro signal-caller. While at Florida, he was a disaster with turnovers, poor accuracy, and taking an offense that had pro talent and making it inept."

Sounds like Kap to me...

Originally posted by BuZzB05:
He can bench and learning to watch what Gabbert or Kap does play the games. Hope Driskel development of processing times.