Football I'm calling it now: EJ Manuel will the #1 pick by the Chiefs

Fat Elvis · 02-22-2013, 11:34 PM

I know this won't be popular, but I think this will be the guy that the Chiefs pick as their franchise QB. There are a couple of reasons for this: 1) I think mentally and in terms of leadership, this guy will knock it out of the park at the combine. This guy knows real adversity. This past year he played ball and kept his head in the game even though his mother was battling cancer. 2) He doesn't fold during big games. He is only the second college QB in history to win four straight bowl games. 3) He played in a pro-style offense while at FSU. 4) He has the measurables to be a truly franchise QB-- he can both pass and run (if needed) giving our O an added dimension we hadn't had in the past. 5) He isn't afraid of competition; he went to the senior bowl and wound up MVP. 6) The guy is tough as nails; he played with a broken leg during the 2011 Champs Sports Bowl Game in a Victory over Notre Dame.

Yeah, he has quite a few negatives, and a lot of you just flat out hate him--but given Dorsey's comments about how impressed he was with Russell Wilson's interview last year--I think Manuel will give a similar impression of his leadership and maturity to coaches this year.

Reid isn't afraid to take a QB that others rate lower than the consensus; McNabb was the 4th rated QB in his class when Andy drafted him.

While at this point I'd still rather have Geno, I'm prepping myself to like Manuel as I think he has a chnace to be the dark horse pick by the Chiefs. (And no, he won't be there in the second round; I think the senior bowl and the combine will really elevate his stock.)

silver5liter · 02-22-2013, 11:35 PM

He isnt going to jump up that high.

**Tribal Warfare** · 02-22-2013, 11:36 PM

I'll be pissed the guy is a choke artist

KCrockaholic · 02-22-2013, 11:36 PM

Outside of Geno and Glennon I've always felt Manuel had the most upside in this draft. But no he wont be the #1 overall. Although he has workout warrior written all over him.

PaulAllen · 02-22-2013, 11:37 PM

PaulAllen · 02-22-2013, 11:39 PM

Poor man's Blaine Gabbert. Pass

RunKC · 02-22-2013, 11:41 PM

I think it's very possible he's the pick at 34.

KCrockaholic · 02-22-2013, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by PaulAllen

Poor man's Blaine Gabbert. Pass

...They aren't even comparable prospects outside of Size and arm strength.

**DaneMcCloud** · 02-22-2013, 11:41 PM

I'm calling it: They are not taking E.J. Manuel #1 overall.

**RealSNR** · 02-22-2013, 11:41 PM

So he's black Tim Tebow.

**** that.

KCrockaholic · 02-22-2013, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RunKC

I think it's very possible he's the pick at 34.

If we pass on Geno in the first then at 34 I could live with Manuel, but I still wouldn't be happy about it.

**RealSNR** · 02-22-2013, 11:45 PM

I've had close family members battle cancer before, and I kept going to work and performing to a high standard at my job.

Where's my ****ing draft slot? #1 overall pick nao plz

tk13 · 02-22-2013, 11:46 PM

I do think he'll be drafted higher than predicted. Somebody will fall in love with his size and athleticism.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 02-22-2013, 11:46 PM

pretty sneaky, sis....
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Pitt Gorilla · 02-22-2013, 11:46 PM

I think Manuel will be a good QB.

02-22-2013, 11:34 PM
Fat Elvis Sexiest Athlete Join Date: Apr 2001 Casino cash: $-2028075	I'm calling it now: EJ Manuel will the #1 pick by the Chiefs I know this won't be popular, but I think this will be the guy that the Chiefs pick as their franchise QB. There are a couple of reasons for this: 1) I think mentally and in terms of leadership, this guy will knock it out of the park at the combine. This guy knows real adversity. This past year he played ball and kept his head in the game even though his mother was battling cancer. 2) He doesn't fold during big games. He is only the second college QB in history to win four straight bowl games. 3) He played in a pro-style offense while at FSU. 4) He has the measurables to be a truly franchise QB-- he can both pass and run (if needed) giving our O an added dimension we hadn't had in the past. 5) He isn't afraid of competition; he went to the senior bowl and wound up MVP. 6) The guy is tough as nails; he played with a broken leg during the 2011 Champs Sports Bowl Game in a Victory over Notre Dame. Yeah, he has quite a few negatives, and a lot of you just flat out hate him--but given Dorsey's comments about how impressed he was with Russell Wilson's interview last year--I think Manuel will give a similar impression of his leadership and maturity to coaches this year. Reid isn't afraid to take a QB that others rate lower than the consensus; McNabb was the 4th rated QB in his class when Andy drafted him. While at this point I'd still rather have Geno, I'm prepping myself to like Manuel as I think he has a chnace to be the dark horse pick by the Chiefs. (And no, he won't be there in the second round; I think the senior bowl and the combine will really elevate his stock.)
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silver5liter ROCK CHALK JAYHAWK Join Date: Jul 2012 Casino cash: $10005135	He isnt going to jump up that high.
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KCrockaholic Sarcasm Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Olathe Casino cash: $3362900	Outside of Geno and Glennon I've always felt Manuel had the most upside in this draft. But no he wont be the #1 overall. Although he has workout warrior written all over him.
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PaulAllen Starter Join Date: Jan 2013 Casino cash: $10004930	Poor man's Blaine Gabbert. Pass
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RunKC Andy Reid Supporter Join Date: Apr 2012 Casino cash: $-1590389	I think it's very possible he's the pick at 34. __________________ Mike Greenberg@Espngreeny I can’t fathom what it must be like to be a fan of the #Chiefs. Adopt a Chief: Jared Wiley
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DaneMcCloud Supporter Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Hollywood, CA Casino cash: $10053648	I'm calling it: They are not taking E.J. Manuel #1 overall.
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RealSNR Special Teams ACE!!! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Where the hell is SNR Casino cash: $-1484792	I've had close family members battle cancer before, and I kept going to work and performing to a high standard at my job. Where's my ****ing draft slot? #1 overall pick nao plz
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tk13 ... Join Date: Nov 2001 Casino cash: $-1847500	I do think he'll be drafted higher than predicted. Somebody will fall in love with his size and athleticism.
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Pitt Gorilla Banned! Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: NOT Columbia, MO 65201 Casino cash: $-89806	I think Manuel will be a good QB. __________________ Your son is a bench warmer because of your weak genetics not because of the coach Norlin Mommsen is disgusting.
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