Video Time: Joe Flacco Edition

by Matty I on Jan 26, 2008 12:23 AM EST in 2012 Miami Dolphins News

"Video Saturdays" continue. This week, I've featured a video of Delaware QB Joe Flacco. Flacco, in my opinion, is really one of the only (if not the one and only) quarterback I'd want the Dolphins to potentially draft in April. Matt Ryan, in my opinion, is not worth a high 1st round pick, let alone pick #1. Flacco could possibly be selected in the third round (maybe the 2nd if he impresses in today's Senior Bowl and at the Combine).

Don't get me wrong. I still believe in John Beck as much, if not more, than I did when he was drafted. But you can never nave too many talented QBs on a roster. But it's just a matter of when the Dolphins should draft a QB. No way should they consider a QB, in my opinion, in the first 2 rounds. The only exception to that would be if the Dolphins decide Flacco is worth their late 2nd round pick. But it's probably unlikely.

Regardless, here's a nice little video of Flacco, in case you haven't seen him at all:

And incase you are interested in seeing part 1 of this video highlight, it was posted by "Alpha6" in the diaries section about a week ago. Here's the direct link to that video.

Thoughts below...

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impressive

i was amazed how in even slow motion the ball just shot out of there, he seems very accurate on the run and man HOW TALL IS HE? he towers over everyone

by KingOnSlaught on Jan 26, 2008 1:01 AM EST reply actions

Not gonna be there

At this point I don't think Flacco will be there late in the second round. I wouldn't be totally shocked to see him go late in first (depending on trades made) and right now I'm thinking he goes quite early in the second. As far as his height, he's listed at 6'6.

by Offer Doll on Jan 26, 2008 7:58 AM EST reply actions

Wow!

VERY impressive. He was under my radar..... "New man crush, here." Definately has the Big Ben look, size, style & moxy. Count me in, if he's there but yeah, I doubt he'll fall that far. Why should our luck change? He'll probably go to New England (puking sound effect here).

by davehowardcustom on Jan 26, 2008 11:37 AM EST reply actions

small school qb

again everyone falling love w/ the weak conference QB. his release point I noticed might be a little bit low for the NFL on some of those throws.

all that being said, his size/strength/mobility look impressive

by YatilGinnJr on Jan 26, 2008 12:23 PM EST reply actions

agreed

his release point is a little low....but at 6'6, it isn't as bad as it would be if he was, say, 6'3.

by Matty I on Jan 26, 2008 12:50 PM EST up reply actions

Yeah love this guy

but agree with you Matty no way the fins should be thinking QB any earlier that the third round. and i also agree with Offer Doll, no way this guy lasts past early round two.

only way I would amend my thoughts is if the fins picked up another second rounder from somewhere. then maybe i would consider going QB if Flacco was still there.

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by NumberSeven on Jan 26, 2008 4:53 PM EST reply actions

I wouldn't object...

to taking Flacco with a 2nd round pick, if Parcells and Ireland think he rates it.

by urbino on Jan 26, 2008 5:09 PM EST reply actions

Man Crush

I now have a man crush on this guy. Definitely draft him. If there is one position you need above all others, it's QB baby. Beck, Flacco, and Green in '08. We need someone to go toe to toe with Brady... eventually.

by gophish on Jan 26, 2008 6:06 PM EST reply actions

I think that would sweet....

Give Beck the reigns this year. Keep Trent Green for back up & double mentor, and draft Flacco.

Wish it was as easy as eBay: "Buy It Now!"

Done.

by davehowardcustom on Jan 26, 2008 10:24 PM EST reply actions

don't get too excited

I heard a report (scouts inc?) that days 1 & 2 of practice, he was a mess. fumbling the ball, poor exchanges... and overall he didn't look like he belonged. however, by thursday? they said he had settled in and improved quite a bit and looked like he belonged... I guess before Miami takes him #1, everyone should see how he plays in the senior bowl.

by W NY Fins Fan on Jan 27, 2008 12:43 AM EST reply actions

still love his skills, but...

His senior bowl numbers:

Delaware's Joe Flacco was 2-of-7 for 22 yards and a pick.

It's gonna come down to combine for him. A guy with his size and strength is gonna get a long look from a lot of people.

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by NumberSeven on Jan 27, 2008 5:25 PM EST reply actions

he needs to adjust

Did you guys notice that in all of the video highlights he was playing out of the shotgun? Additionally, in most of the highlights he had a ton of time to throw the ball...Maybe Delaware has a great offensive line or perhaps they were just playing against sub par D-Lines...I dunno.

If he can adjust well to playing under center, he might be a good pick up in round 2. Whatever the case might be, I trust Parcells' judgment.

by henry on Jan 28, 2008 8:11 PM EST reply actions