Fueling the Buzz: Jalen Milroe's Draft Predictions Heating Up
Is there a possibility that college football's quarterback Jalen Milroe could be selected in the initial pick of the NFL draft?
The NFL draft is always a nerve-wracking event for players and fans alike - and this year might just be an electrifying one. Here's what's causing a stir in the football world.
With Cam Ward nearly guaranteed to be the first overall selection by the Tennessee Titans, the real excitement lies in what follows. The enigma surrounding Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders, who's rightly anticipating a swift call or a long wait, is the talk of the town. Interestingly, two notable players - Son of Hall of Fame defensive back Deion Sanders, Shedeur, and Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart - declined invitations to attend the draft.
The potential stunner? Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe could rocket into the first round. Sports analyst Rick Neuheisel, who's coached both in college and the NFL, is optimistic about Milroe's chances with Pittsburgh Steelers at No. 21 or even the Rams at 26 as a future Matthew Stafford replacement.
Neuheisel highlights Milroe's mobility and his electrifying performance against LSU, where he rushed for 155 yards and threw for 219. While there's intrigue about Milroe, analyst Joel Klatt points out the value of Milroe's adaptability, having succeeded under two different Alabama coaches.
On the flip side, Shedeur Sanders might slip down the board as leagues evaluate his need for humility, according to Neuheisel. Some concerns about Dart's consistency in pressure situations persist, too.
Alabama has a history of producing quarterbacks highly coveted by NFL teams, with Jalen Hurts, Tua Tagovailoa, and Mac Jones all being drafted in recent years. This year, Jalen Milroe stands to continue the trend, despite not being featured commonly in mock drafts as a first-round pick.
"All I want to do is show what right looks like, as a player and as a person," says Milroe, who will be attending the draft.
Tune in to see if the NFL draft truly has a jaw-dropping surprise in store for us this year!
- California, specifically Los Angeles, could be abuzz with anticipation, as the NFL draft approaches, with whispers of potential surprises swirling around some quarterbacks.
- Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe, a mobile and electrifying player with an impressive performance against LSU, might transfer the college football success story to the NFL, potentially being drafted by teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers or the Los Angeles Rams.
- Regarding Milroe, sports analyst Rick Neuheisel sees a future Matthew Stafford replacement in the former, citing his exceptional performance and adaptability under two different coaches at Alabama.
- Analyst Joel Klatt appreciates Milroe's versatility and points out that his success under multiple coaches at Alabama adds to his appeal for NFL teams.
- Shedeur Sanders, son of Hall of Fame defensive back Deion Sanders, may find himself sliding down the draft board as leagues consider his need for humility and evaluate potential concerns about his performance in pressure situations.
- Despite not being regularly featured as a first-round pick in mock drafts, Jalen Milroe stands to continue the trend of coveted quarterbacks coming from the University of Alabama, adding to the intrigue of this year's NFL draft.
