Pick 92: Jalen Milroe

lol teams have wasted top picks on QB every year. A late 3rd is nothing to gamble on a QB. A late third is usually a role player anyway.
Think of it, it’s Geno for Darnold and a lottery. It’s not so bad.

From rotoworld

It’s the third quarterback selected ahead of Shedeur Sanders. A two-year starter in a pair of completely different offensive systems for the Crimson Tide, Milroe (6’2/217) enters the league with one of the more imposing dual-threat skill-sets in some time. The question is if his passing will actually translate to the next level. Although both more experienced and prolific than Anthony Richardson at the NCAA level, Milroe faces Richardson-esque questions about his throws. Alabama coach and play-caller Kalen DeBoer acknowledged as much by keeping the governor on his quarterback through the air. Milroe attempted more than 27 passes only two times all year, and he produced just five more passing scores (16) than interceptions (11). Milroe was a dynamo on the ground, rushing for 726 yards, a number that of course includes the negative yardage from his 23 sacks due to antiquated NCAA record keeping. Milroe punched in a ridiculous 32 rushing scores in two years as starter. His main 2024 passing improvement came in the pressure department, as he cut his pressure-to-sack rate from an unseemly 29 to 16.8. He is confident down the field. He simply has to improve at the finer points of passing, something that is difficult to do at the highest level. A special athlete with a strong arm, Milroe has the physical tools. Whether they can be harnessed through the air is anybody’s guess. This is now a very full QB room for Seattle, but they’ll give him a chance to develop into a potential starter.

Dallashawksfan said:

lol teams have wasted top picks on QB every year. A late 3rd is nothing to gamble on a QB. A late third is usually a role player anyway.
Think of it, it’s Geno for Darnold and a lottery. It’s not so bad.

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Just because some teams waste picks doesn't mean we should. When you are competing in a league to be #1 out of all of them you can't be making excuses about other teams making bad decisions too. You don't want to be those other teams. Those other teams aren't going to the super bowl.
In the grand scheme of things a 3rd is not the end of the world, but it's enough that every time a Seahawks unit struggles we will be tempted to ask ourselves how much different things would be if we had used that pick on a CB or DT or OL.

"Gadget QB" is the kind of thing a good team adds as a cherry on top or a bad team adds because it makes bad decisions. If we aren't the former then we're the latter.

Followthelegion said:

Honestly the over reaction from posters here who think they know QB evaluation and resource value better than the Hawks scouts, coaches and GM? Let’s see at the kid can do over the next few years. I’m excited we have a dynamic player who is a physical beast

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Tell me exactly what evidence there is to show the Hawks know college qb evaluation.

Scout said:

Jackson was a better pure passer in college though but Milroe needs some refinement. As for the T. Hill comparisons well Milroe actually has the tools to be a starting QB in the NFL while Hill did not.

This is a classic JS pick where he is flooding the QB position when you do not have a clear cut answer at QB.

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Refreshing the theory of strength in numbers? It could work. I wouldn't have minded seeing our O Linemen numbers flooded a tad more. During last season I saw reports of Milroe's locker room tactics that really concerned me. But I never saw those reports substantiated so I kind of let them settle to the bottom of the pile. To say Milroe can't throw the ball is not accurate. He can. But he certainly could improve decision making and he will have time with coaches who can help him with that. I thought the same about Howell but that doesn't seem to have born any fruit. The flipside is we now have a different offensive philosophy and a brace of new coaches. So we will see how it works out. It is comforting to know we have a guy who might already be the best rushing QB in the league and who is now on a team that wants to run/pass at least 50/50.

Are Rat and Chuker the same guy? Or maybe just of the same mind. Either way we get a lot of back and forth out of the deal.

Crizilla said:

No doubt Mike is trying to create a Baltimore copy if Sam doesn't work out. The hope is Milroe would be Lamar 2.0. I don't know if the running QB thing works out forever though. Unless the NFL stays extremely firm on protecting the QB. The NFL changes every 10 years so I have no idea if the strategy works out. Are most QB's going to be like Lamar in the near future? Will the statue pocket passer be completely dead soon? This doesn't seem like a skill pick more of a philosophy pick. He's going to play immediately too.

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So,we just keep Drew Lock around to cover that contingency.

Joking, sort of, but only a little.

His upside is a bigger, faster, stronger armed Lamar and you got him at 92. I told someone else that maybe it's a 15-20% chance he hits but if he does Seattle future is insane. He's also an awesome kid who the program loved at Alabama and they rave about him.

I love it because if he misses it's a late third so who cares I think shooting for a potential franchise tilting home run is worth it. I do get why people don't like it though for sure. Will be fun to see how it turns out. Darnold should be good enough you can take these kind of shots multiple times if you want to

keasley45 said:

Tell me exactly what evidence there is to show the Hawks know college qb evaluation.

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The one they drafted in the third round before is a future HOF who won a SB?

I love the pick simply for the entertainment value he's supplying around here, so for me, he's already paying dividends.

Some great answers by Milroe in this call.

Comparison: Jalen Milroe vs. Lamar Jackson as College Prospects​

Key Differences:

• Production: Jackson was far more productive as a rusher and passer in college, with over 9,000 passing yards and 4,000 rushing yards, compared to Milroe’s 6,000+ passing and 1,500+ rushing.
• Elusiveness: Jackson was more elusive and creative as a runner, while Milroe is more of a straight-line, power-speed athlete.
• Passing Development: Jackson showed steady improvement as a passer and was asked to make more complex reads in a pro-style offense. Milroe’s passing, especially on short throws, remains a work in progress.
• Draft Status: Jackson was a late first-round pick despite skepticism, while Milroe has been viewed as a developmental third-rounder.

Potential Career Trajectory​

Milroe has drawn frequent comparisons to Lamar Jackson due to his electrifying running ability and big-play arm. Some evaluators even believe Milroe is faster in the open field, though less elusive. However, Jackson entered the NFL with a more complete resume, higher production, and more advanced passing skills.


Milroe’s ceiling is high if he lands with a creative coaching staff willing to build around his strengths, as Baltimore did for Jackson. However, he is considered a riskier, less polished prospect, and his floor is lower due to accuracy and decision-making concerns. A patient developmental plan-possibly sitting for a year or more-will be crucial for Milroe’s success.


Summary:
Lamar Jackson was a more accomplished and dynamic college quarterback, entering the NFL with a higher floor and more polish as a passer and playmaker. Jalen Milroe, while a rare athlete with a similar highlight-reel skill set, is a bigger developmental gamble. If he lands in the right system and develops, he could have a similar impact, but Jackson was the more talented and NFL-ready prospect coming out of college.

AnimeAmore said:

Just because some teams waste picks doesn't mean we should. When you are competing in a league to be #1 out of all of them you can't be making excuses about other teams making bad decisions too. You don't want to be those other teams. Those other teams aren't going to the super bowl.
In the grand scheme of things a 3rd is not the end of the world, but it's enough that every time a Seahawks unit struggles we will be tempted to ask ourselves how much different things would be if we had used that pick on a CB or DT or OL.

"Gadget QB" is the kind of thing a good team adds as a cherry on top or a bad team adds because it makes bad decisions. If we aren't the former then we're the latter.

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You have no idea how he will turn out. He's going to develop for a couple years before they even think about starting him, he's only a gadget player until then.

Sounds like a win win to me. Too many QBs these days get rushed into the starter role. If he can be eased in while seeing minimal playing time to take advantage of what he offers now, that's only a good thing. If he doesn't work out as a full time starter, he can still be used as a threat in other ways.

Jalen Milroe > Anthony Richardson

They basically just took a flier on a similar lottery ticket to Richardson, but 88 spots later and with a guy that's leaps and bounds more intelligent. It still amazes me how many wanted Richardson in the 1st round.

Azvacar said:

He's not... at all.......... and its ironic that IndyHawk "hates the mariners" liked your post... Pretty sure he just hates the city after moving?

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First is the bold part.. You don't know me well at all.
Hate the city? If that was true, I'd never have stayed a fan of the Hawks or Ms.
As for posts I like or dislike, you do you instead of being some little troll.

I could dig back a bit to where I suggested Milroe so I am happy with the pick.

IndyHawk said:

First is the bold part.. You don't know me well at all.
Hate the city? If that was true, I'd never have stayed a fan of the Hawks or Ms.
As for posts I like or dislike, you do you instead of being some little troll.

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Yeah, you and I disagree about a lot of stuff when it comes to the Mariners, but I can't even begin to imagine how that guy has come to the conclusion that you hate the M's. I've never seen anything at all from you that would indicate you hate the Mariners. I'm wondering if maybe he's confused you with someone else.

AnimeAmore said:

Just because some teams waste picks doesn't mean we should. When you are competing in a league to be #1 out of all of them you can't be making excuses about other teams making bad decisions too. You don't want to be those other teams. Those other teams aren't going to the super bowl.
In the grand scheme of things a 3rd is not the end of the world, but it's enough that every time a Seahawks unit struggles we will be tempted to ask ourselves how much different things would be if we had used that pick on a CB or DT or OL.

"Gadget QB" is the kind of thing a good team adds as a cherry on top or a bad team adds because it makes bad decisions. If we aren't the former then we're the latter.

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No, the point is everyone gambles on a prospect they like

It’s ok if you don’t like it but it means nothing. What make you think your opinion is more correct than theirs?

Dallashawksfan said:

No, the point is everyone gambles on a prospect they like

It’s ok if you don’t like it but it means nothing. What make you think your opinion is more correct than theirs?

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I'm a legend in my own mind with my opinions ️

A lot of people are going to crap on him.

I think we need to revisit this in about 2 seasons.

He needs to fix his mechanics to tie his arm with his body.

He has ok progressions and reads. He needs to fix the mechanics.