This came out today
2. Washington Commanders: Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU
Vote distribution: Daniels 5, Maye 1
Five of six execs had Daniels heading to Washington in this slot. One of the five initially had Maye, then changed to Daniels a few days later.
“I think people struggle with Maye’s mechanics,” this exec said.
The one holdout for Maye in this slot said he heard Commanders general manager Adam Peters was “really into” Maye
these stories about what exec's think at this point whatever the conclusion is i would just assume they're lying and take the other side
didn't say take the opposite of every rumor, said take the opposite of what execs saythese stories about what exec's think at this point whatever the conclusion is i would just assume they're lying and take the other side
Considering that at some point we will hear NE and WAS connected to all three QBs not named Caleb, your plan to take the opposite of every rumor sounds like a lot of fun! Good luck!
And this is where guppies get consumed by sharks. When you stop drafting by best talent and start getting cute with need/adp/situation you lose your future fast. I'd snap Caleb up so fast at 1.07 and Daniels is a flash draft right after that too. Maye is my hardest slot right now. It's not like you should be counting on a rookie QB to be your starter anyway, so if you don't have anything serviceable you're already in a world of hurt and the draft is about replenishing/managing future value.In my league for example, there is really only 1 team who doesn't have serviceable QB right now. Everyone is set, or set enough for it to not be any sort of priority. And as this manager knows this, he will almost certainly let the QB he would have taken in the mid 1st round fall to the 2nd, safe in the knowledge that he won't be drafted by anyone else.
I agree. Daniels should roll out right after Caleb in 1QB leagues. I am hoping he falls to me at 1.09And this is where guppies get consumed by sharks. When you stop drafting by best talent and start getting cute with need/adp/situation you lose your future fast. I'd snap Caleb up so fast at 1.07 and Daniels is a flash draft right after that too. Maye is my hardest slot right now. It's not like you should be counting on a rookie QB to be your starter anyway, so if you don't have anything serviceable you're already in a world of hurt and the draft is about replenishing/managing future value.In my league for example, there is really only 1 team who doesn't have serviceable QB right now. Everyone is set, or set enough for it to not be any sort of priority. And as this manager knows this, he will almost certainly let the QB he would have taken in the mid 1st round fall to the 2nd, safe in the knowledge that he won't be drafted by anyone else.
Field Yates
Jayden Daniels' Pro Day is today.
Some gaudy passing stats that illustrate the bind he puts defenses in:
Daniels when blitzed in 2023:
69-of-97 (71.1%), 1,072 yards, 17 TD, 0 INT
Daniels throwing against zone coverage in 2023:
121-of-156 (77.6%), 2,438 yards, 21 TD, 0 INT
Scott Pioli
Which player from #LSU do I have my eyes on in the #NFLDraft ?
It's the same guy I was talking about in training camp - Jayden Daniels and here's why:
#NFLDraft2024 #NFL #GMFB @LSUfootball @LSU
Ian Rapoport
Immediately following his Pro Day, #LSU QB and potential Top 3 pick Jayden Daniels is scheduled to meet with the #Patriots, #Commanders, #Giants, #Vikings, #Broncos and #Raiders, per his agent Ron Butler. Daniels has not previously met with any teams.
Jordan Reid
1. Dynamic Mobility
2. Deep Touch
3. Improved Pocket Patience
The best traits of Jayden Daniels and where he’s improved the most. Thought he had a great Pro Day today.
Am I the only one that likes Daniels the most in this QB class? I'm mainly thinking fantasy, but as a real NFL franchise QB I see a lot of upside too.
Chris Simms
Jayden Daniels is the second-best QB in this Draft based on film. Mechanically he's a machine throwing it. Arm is really good, but not elite. The running is ELITE. Can probably learn how to be more patient in the pocket before taking off.
More here:
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Jim Nagy
An LSU staffer told me today that if Jayden Daniels had opted to run a 40 it would have been similar to Brian Thomas' 4.34 official Combine time. Loved how Jayden threw it today but wish we could've seen that.
Reel Analytics
College Football’s Fastest Five of the Week:
2. @LSUfootball QB Jayden Daniels (@JayD__5) 21.8 mph #ReelSpeed
: @ESPNCFB
Ian Hartitz
Jayden Daniels at 21.8 MPH.
Lamar Jackson's two fastest times in 2020 were 20.64 and 20.52 MPH. Justin Fields' top speed of 2022 was 21.23 MPH.
Coach Hawkins
Computer Vision (CV) has been an additional timing method to measure in-game athleticism like MPH, but it is NOT the same as GPS and LPS. (Apologies for the length of this post. Leaving alot out put trying to condense. Ian I hope this helps)...
Computer Vision utilizes machine learning to pull data from videos (See video below calculating MPH from a HS game - 1080 - 60 frames per second). The video itself is the source of the data. I've been following the Graduate work of several Columbia University (Computer Science) students for awhile. Here are some factors that impact MPH using video. The first is frame rate. When you film or take photos for example, you need to ensure the frame is consistent or it can impact the results. Standard filming (scout film) of NFL games is 60 fps. Now what these students found is that if you modify the FPS it can alter the MPH. General resolution of the film also plays a factor. Things like rain on the lens or unstable filming can impact the MPH. These are all things that are being tested. Other factors like calibrating the field of play etc can also impact the accuracy.
LPS (Local Positioning System) is calculated by sensors and receivers. Example 2 RFID devices (coin sized) are placed in the shoulder pads of all NFL players. It is the gold standard as the locates per second allow for better precision. It can be used indoors or outdoors. @ZebraSports @KinexonSports and @FinishLynx (Isolynx) all provide LPS technology.
GPS is based on satellite which means you have to be outdoors and connect to satellites. It provides alot of value but the precision is not the same as LPS as the locates per .
So when talking about MPH, it's important to understand the strengths, weaknesses and additional context. I think they all provide value but we have to be mindful when comparing players. If Tyreek Hill runs a certain MPH on LPS and another college player runs an MPH on GPS we have to understand that it's comparing one level of precision to another. If the tool being used is consistent then we can begin to compare. I think player tracking is to continue to play a role but we have to have solid validated studies to compare to a gold standard which is currently LPS and 3D motion capture.
@Ihartitz @JordanGush @CoachStokowski @CoryRAanalytics @ShotByLJay18
Correction: GPS locates per second are lower than LPS.
Ian Hartitz Great note here — different measurements for speed going on between what I was comparing. I will watch the film and get better. Thank you @BrianHawkins4 for the clarification
Chris Simms
Aside from the obvious attributes, I like that Jayden Daniels doesn’t need a lot of space to throw. Good with people around his feet. And he’s tall enough and long enough to throw over people
Is that time with or without the lead vest Daniels was evidently wearing at his weigh-in?!Jim NagyAn LSU staffer told me today that if Jayden Daniels had opted to run a 40 it would have been similar to Brian Thomas' 4.34 official Combine time. Loved how Jayden threw it today but wish we could've seen that.
He's been my #2 since the end of the college season. I probably would take Williams over him but I can see why you like Daniels more.Am I the only one that likes Daniels the most in this QB class? I'm mainly thinking fantasy, but as a real NFL franchise QB I see a lot of upside too.
After finally getting through most of the QB tape I wanted to for prep: I decided if he goes to the Redskins at 2, I'm moving him ahead of Williams to 1.01 in my SF ranks. His rushing ability raises his floor so high, he could basically play as poorly as Justin Fields and still finish in the top 10. Rookie QBs are so difficult to project, it feels asinine to push that projection out to what/where/how he will be 3 years from now. I'll take his uber safe floor of rushing, and if he puts even mediocre passing game with it, I don't see how he will bust in fantasy.He's been my #2 since the end of the college season. I probably would take Williams over him but I can see why you like Daniels more.Am I the only one that likes Daniels the most in this QB class? I'm mainly thinking fantasy, but as a real NFL franchise QB I see a lot of upside too.
Ian Rapoport
#LSU QB and Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels is set to meet with two of the top 3 teams in the NFL Draft. First up: He’ll head to New England on Monday to meet with the #Patriots, per his agent @agentbutler1.
Curious, what about WAS would cause you to bump him up? I want to love Daniels but don't see a lot of landing spots that would make me any more enthusiastic unless something unexpected happens.I decided if he goes to the Redskins at 2, I'm moving him ahead of Williams
Well I feel the same way and its because McLaurin, Dotson, and the WR they draft in the first couple of rounds will be a very good stable of WRs. And I have more faith in Washington's overall team/depth/talent than Chicago's team. While our GM/Coaches/Owners are new to DC, they are a much more proven commodity than what they have in Chicago. I'm betting on their ability to scout and get the right personnel in place more than Chicago. It wouldn't surprise me at all if Maye and Daniels end up better NFL QBs than Caleb Williams.Curious, what about WAS would cause you to bump him up? I want to love Daniels but don't see a lot of landing spots that would make me any more enthusiastic unless something unexpected happens.I decided if he goes to the Redskins at 2, I'm moving him ahead of Williams
Agreed. When landing spots are determined, I expect many fantasy drafts will eventually have Daniels going before Caleb due to that rushing ability/floor.This is a pretty NFL vs fantasy issue in my opinion. Personally, I think Daniels is the 3rd or 4th best QB in this draft, but fantasy wise, that rushing ability gives him such a high floor. Same logic as to why Justin Fields was a better fantasy QB than Justin Herbert, despite not being anywhere near the NFL QB.
What do you think of the QB that ends up in New England? Seems like less to work with there than either Washington or Chicago.Well I feel the same way and its because McLaurin, Dotson, and the WR they draft in the first couple of rounds will be a very good stable of WRs. And I have more faith in Washington's overall team/depth/talent than Chicago's team. While our GM/Coaches/Owners are new to DC, they are a much more proven commodity than what they have in Chicago. I'm betting on their ability to scout and get the right personnel in place more than Chicago. It wouldn't surprise me at all if Maye and Daniels end up better NFL QBs than Caleb Williams.Curious, what about WAS would cause you to bump him up? I want to love Daniels but don't see a lot of landing spots that would make me any more enthusiastic unless something unexpected happens.I decided if he goes to the Redskins at 2, I'm moving him ahead of Williams
Yeah pretty much because of the draft capital and what ffmail said. The combination of both, with that rushing floor is what would have me bump him. If he falls in the draft, I'll take that as a sign the teams are seeing something I'm missing and Caleb might be the "safer" play.Well I feel the same way and its because McLaurin, Dotson, and the WR they draft in the first couple of rounds will be a very good stable of WRs. And I have more faith in Washington's overall team/depth/talent than Chicago's team. While our GM/Coaches/Owners are new to DC, they are a much more proven commodity than what they have in Chicago. I'm betting on their ability to scout and get the right personnel in place more than Chicago. It wouldn't surprise me at all if Maye and Daniels end up better NFL QBs than Caleb Williams.Curious, what about WAS would cause you to bump him up? I want to love Daniels but don't see a lot of landing spots that would make me any more enthusiastic unless something unexpected happens.I decided if he goes to the Redskins at 2, I'm moving him ahead of Williams
Jordan Schultz
From last week: Multiple league sources believe the #Commanders are targeting LSU QB Jayden Daniels with the second overall pick.
The Heisman Trophy winner visits Washington on Monday.
: @TheHerd @ColinCowherd
Grant Paulsen
Jay Gruden on #GrantANDanny discussing who he would take 2nd:
"I like Jayden personally. I think he's got an elite trait and that's the speed... I've been impressed the way he stays in the pocket... he has a strong enough arm to get the ball to the right people."
why dumb?Golly, if Daniels goes to WAS, I wonder if there will be a bunch of irrelevant dumb ccomparisons to RGIII.
Differentl players. Different front office. Different coaches. Different offense. Different OWNER.why dumb?Golly, if Daniels goes to WAS, I wonder if there will be a bunch of irrelevant dumb ccomparisons to RGIII.
To compare a guy to another guy because he played for the same team over a decade ago seems to be completely useless to me.
Why?To compare a guy to another guy because he played for the same team over a decade ago seems to be completely useless to me.
Gotcha. I agree. But I'd compare Daniels to RG3 regardless of where he goes. I think it's a reasonable comp.