Scouting quarterbacks

I couldn't agree more that drafting and developing young quarterbacks is a good practice. Look at what Atlanta got for Matt Schaub. Look what the Patriots got for Matt Cassel-the 34th pick is only two away from a first round pick for a guy who was drafted in the 7th round! One of these days, although it's not fun to think about, they're going to have to replace Tom Brady, so having an heir apparent already in place is a good idea.

I really wish we could make a move to try to get Cassel back. I've said this before and I don't think O'Connel is ready to lead the team. I understand that 2010 is a rebuilding year, but I'd like to pick up a grizzled vet like Favre or Harrington so we can teach the kid and maybe go back to the Superbowl in 2012 or 2013.

... indeed you SHOULD look at Cassel. What did we get ? An exciting 11-5 season AND the #34 pick in April ! Ridiculous. Sure, some say we could've gotten more... but from what I see at the QB position these days - I know we could have gotten less !

We also have a workout scheduled with Brian Hoyer of Michigan State.

Why are we working out a scrub like Rhett Bomar? Unlike the Patriots.

Mike, thanks for the detailed info on Rhet Bomar. Oh you want me to read the woman's story in the Ft. Worth telegram? Ok. ...That is almost as equally useless. How about a little effort? I don't know a couple of stats..height, weight, TD's.I don't know something to let us know your working.

SF Fred,

Mike assumes sports fans follow him and his blogs. If you don't know who Rhett Bomar is, it is APPARENT you don't know football.

That was a cheapshot SF Fred. Unwarrented against one of the best football reporters.

Maybe we could have gotten more for Cassel. But look at last year. Was Cassel good? Great? Bad? Keep in mind the cast he had to work with. With that offense any QB should have been able to work magic. Cassel was so hot/cold all season, just like the rest of his career. Sometimes he looked good, and sometimes he looks lost. Had Brady been 100% is there any doubt that we would have made it at least deep into the playoffs? Cassel may not pan out to be very good in the long run. Let's see him with a standard offense

What a bunch of cranky punks posting today. Yeah I'm looking at you Sean, Rex and Fred.

Nice work, SF Fred. Maybe you're just a troll and I should ignore you, but I along with most people reading here will think you're an idiot and mock you for questioning Mike Reiss' dedication in reporting on the Pats. He posts info day and night weekends, weekdays, all the time, more than any other sports reporter i've ever seen. You, on the other hand, are a dolt.

SF,
Shut up you moron

Stephen McGee from Texas A&M is my sleeper pick at QB. Coming out of high school McGee was a big time passing QB. When he went to A&M he had to play in an option offense for his first 3 yrs under Franchione. When Sherman took over he had the chance to thrive in a pro-style O but he had a lingering shoulder injury and only started 3 games. The kid is tough, has a great attitude but simply had some bad luck at A&M. McGee has size, zip and accuracy on his passes and mobility as well. I believe he will end up being a solid late round pick and could come off the board in the middle rounds because of this year’s weak QB class. If he ends up in the right situation, like the Pats and stays healthy I see this kid being successful in the NFL.

Thanks for the info on Bomar Mike,.

The Pats used to carry a veteran backup for his experience. But now Brady has that experience, which frees up room to develop two (or three) quarterbacks.

I wonder if the Pats have any real interest in West Virginia's Pat White. They worked him out recently and had him run some WR drills, so maybe he could be looked at as a jack-of-all-trades type player. Not only could White be groomed as a QB of the future, but he could also contribute right away at WR, on special teams and at times as QB in a "Wildcat"-like formation. If White is still on the board in the second round I think the Pats would jump at the chance to bring him aboard.

Wow sorry Sean, seau, ryan and jf. What time will Mike's laundry be ready ?you suck ups.

packers seem to be good at drafting qb's they drafted pro-bowlers Matt Hasslebeck and Aaron Brooks and Rodgers looks good so far. maybe pats will draft pat white with one of the 2nd rounders he'd be able to run the wildcat perfectly.

Personally i would love to see the Pats take a qb in the later rounds of the draft. Developing quarterbacks is key to the future of an franchise. If you compare the successful organizations to the losing teams, you'll find that they have solid backups in place of an injury to their starter. The pats had cassel and he turned out great. Look at detroit and the position they are in. The qb's they have right now are pathetic and they might have to draft a rookie like stafford and start him right away. Historically, it seems like rookie qbs that start right away never really have successful careers.

Tom,

White will not be the QB of the future and will never be a starting QB in the NFL. No chance in hell.

Mike's laundry will be ready at 5:30...but that still doesn't warrant you to insult a fantastic reporter. Don't like his blog? Take your comments somewhere else, Fred...

As for the topic, It seems likely the Patriots will draft another guy this year. The team is pretty high on Kevin O'Connell, but every team needs a 3rd and the Pats will draft a guy if they think he's a step up from Gutierrez. Besides, they know that fans like SF Fred need an unproven prospect like Rohan Davey or Michael Bishop to harp on when Tom Brady throws his first pick. ;)

Dear Mike's laundry service...........nice job. You made me laugh and that's entertainment....and I love Mike's blog and since you were clever in your retort I will try to show more compassion and restraint.

Mike - Stephen McGee is in Foxboro for a workout on 4/1 - no foolin'!

He's tough - wins big games (ruined a couple Longhorn seasons). Bobby Bowden Award winner. Check him out against Cal on Youtube - bowl game. He gets absolutely pounded - and bounces up every time. No line whatsoever. No receivers.