Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
QUARTERBACK
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Starter: Aaron Rodgers (97)
Breakdown: With all due respect to Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers is arguably still the best and most talented quarterback in the NFL. Coming off his 2nd Super Bowl win (taking the Buffalo Bills where they had never gone before!), Rodgers should ride help his team avoid a Super Bowl hangover and will be in the 3GML's MVP discussion all season long.
Future: With undrafted free agent Jerod Evans as the team's lone backup plan if Rodgers were to miss any playing time, the Bills future rests solely on the back of #12.
Writer #1: 20
Writer #2: 20
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Starter: Teddy Bridgewater (80)
Breakdown: The Miami Dolphins may as well join the Raiders in Las Vegas because they are making a huge gamble with Bridgewater. Before he was injured, he looked as though he may lead the Vikings to the promised land for years to come. One "snap" during workouts changed all that. No one really knows the timetable for his return and how serious his injury is, but the Dolphins training staff must have been encouraged by what they saw. If healthy, his mobility may be a fraction of what it once was, taking away a huge portion of his game. There's promise here but Dolphins are playing craps.
Future: The future may be now if Bridgewater can't play. Jacoby Brissett played admirably last season, but we all know how the one dimensional the Dolphins were with him at the helm. He's not the reason to be excited; Josh Dobbs is. Scouts liked his upside coming into the draft and he could legitimately be the starter in 2 years.
Writer #1: 14
Writer #2: 12
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Starter: Dak Prescott (85)
Breakdown: What an incredible 2016 Season. Prescott led the Cowboys to a 14-2 record before being moved to New England. This kid can play. His TD/INT ratio was 23/4 and he'll look to get better. What remains to be seen though, is whether the sophomore slump hit this year? Not many rookies are expected to learn 2 systems in 2 years, but if anyone can, it's Prescott. Even if he takes a step back, he will remain a fantastic option for the Patriots for years to come.
Future: The future is Prescott. He has only 1 year under his belt and a bright future ahead.
Writer #1: 18
Writer #2: 16
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Starter: Derek Carr (88)
Breakdown: Carr is a true leader who will look to push this talented Jets team over the top while giving the AFC East their 3rd consecutive Super Bowl title. Despite's Carr's injury last year as a member of the Oakland Raiders, the 4th year pro will look to raise his game towards 'elite' status in 2017.
Future: Carr is the present and the future. The addition of rookie Nate Peterman (from PITT) solidifies the QB room as one of the league's best for the next decade.
Writer #1: 18
Writer #2: 18
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
Buffalo Bills: 40
New York Jets: 36
New England Patriots: 34
Miami Dolphins: 26
Tomorrow: RB breakdown...
