Davis Mattek on C.J. Stroud

Lacks league-winning upside; price and value questioned in late-round QB strategy.

JJ Zachariason groups C.J. Stroud among a slate of late-round quarterbacks (Cam Ward, Sam Darnold, Daniel Jones, Bryce Young, Aaron Rodgers, Geno Smith, Fernando Mendoza, Jacoby Brissett) that he would have a very hard time convincing himself have league-winning upside. Zachariason evaluates Stroud's draft price as part of his late-round quarterback strategy, questioning whether his cost is acceptable. Stroud was also selected as one of three quarterbacks in a draft that included Purdy and Rodgers, raising questions about whether the quarterback selections added optimal value compared to alternative positions.

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