Cardale Jones decides against entering NFL draft

B1GTide · Jan 15, 2015

Re: Cardale Jones entering NFL draft

I was shocked to hear him say that he was staying to finish his degree. In fact, I called him a liar to my wife. He might have stayed, but he has made it very clear that he does not value a college education.

He might be a great NFL QB - impossible to predict. He has the strongest arm that I have seen since Elway. But he still takes too long to make decisions when receivers are tightly covered, and they will be much more tightly covered in the NFL. He is a project, plain and simple. But he will get drafted and get at least 3-4 years to prove himself while making nearly half million dollars/year. Don't blame him one bit.

nx4bama · Jan 15, 2015

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AUDub said:
Don't blame him in the slightest. Ride the pine or go earn a paycheck.

He will be a very intriguing prospect come draft time. Reminds me of Cam.

That's an interesting comparison. Cam only played one year, and I think you could make the argument that Cardale's college passing skills have looked far superior to Cam's in his 3 starts.

B1GTide · Jan 15, 2015

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nx4bama said:
That's an interesting comparison. Cam only played one year, and I think you could make the argument that Cardale's college passing skills have looked far superior to Cam's in his 3 starts.

Newton also had an amazing season (including an NJCAA national championship) at Blinn before going to Auburn. We knew a lot more about him than we do about Jones, IMO.

BAMAVILLE · Jan 15, 2015

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B1GTide said:
I was shocked to hear him say that he was staying to finish his degree. In fact, I called him a liar to my wife. He might have stayed, but he has made it very clear that he does not value a college education.

He might be a great NFL QB - impossible to predict. He has the strongest arm that I have seen since Elway. But he still takes too long to make decisions when receivers are tightly covered, and they will be much more tightly covered in the NFL. He is a project, plain and simple. But he will get drafted and get at least 3-4 years to prove himself while making nearly half million dollars/year. Don't blame him one bit.

You hit it on the head on all of it.

theballguy · Jan 15, 2015

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AUDub said:
Don't blame him in the slightest. Ride the pine or go earn a paycheck.

Ride the pine for free.
Ride the pine for the NFL minimum.

I'll admit it's weird but it kind of makes sense.

nx4bama · Jan 15, 2015

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B1GTide said:
Newton also had an amazing season (including an NJCAA national championship) at Blinn before going to Auburn. We knew a lot more about him than we do about Jones, IMO.

I don't know how he did at Blinn, but his amazing season at Auburn was mostly amazing because of his running ability. He didn't put up very good passing stats, IIRC. I agree you had a larger body of work, but even at that, his JUCO career doesn't really translate to draft status does it?

B1GTide · Jan 15, 2015

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nx4bama said:
I don't know how he did at Blinn, but his amazing season at Auburn was mostly amazing because of his running ability. He didn't put up very good passing stats, IIRC. I agree you had a larger body of work, but even at that, his JUCO career doesn't really translate to draft status does it?

Good question. I do not know.

AUDub · Jan 15, 2015

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nx4bama said:
That's an interesting comparison. Cam only played one year, and I think you could make the argument that Cardale's college passing skills have looked far superior to Cam's in his 3 starts.

You could. People do often forget that Cam was a very polished passer, though.

crimsonaudio · Jan 15, 2015

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nx4bama said:
I don't know how he did at Blinn, but his amazing season at Auburn was mostly amazing because of his running ability. He didn't put up very good passing stats, IIRC.

Sure he did - 185/280 (66.1%) for 2854 yards (10.2 avg), 30 TDs, 7 INTs and 182.0 rating.

Go Bama · Jan 15, 2015

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Right, and he reminds me of Roethlisberger a lot more than Cam. I don't think he has Cam's wheels but he's hard to bring down like Big Ben with a cannon. The kid should cash his chips. I didn't realize he would be eligible.

OTOH, I don't believe the Buckeyes have a better QB. The best ball they played all year was with Jones.

RollTide1224 · Jan 15, 2015

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crimsonaudio said:
Sure he did - 185/280 (66.1%) for 2854 yards (10.2 avg), 30 TDs, 7 INTs and 182.0 rating.

Yeah he was a more than adequate passer especially given the way that they like to attack in the passing game. His first few starts his passing was a bit off but it improved gradually throughout the season.

nx4bama · Jan 15, 2015

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crimsonaudio said:
Sure he did - 185/280 (66.1%) for 2854 yards (10.2 avg), 30 TDs, 7 INTs and 182.0 rating.

I stand corrected

nx4bama · Jan 15, 2015

Re: Cardale Jones entering NFL draft

nx4bama said:
I don't know how he did at Blinn, but his amazing season at Auburn was mostly amazing because of his running ability. He didn't put up very good passing stats, IIRC. I agree you had a larger body of work, but even at that, his JUCO career doesn't really translate to draft status does it?

nx4bama said:
I stand corrected

Apparently, ~IRC

Ldlane · Jan 15, 2015

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I think he is going to sit the bench for about 3 years or so before he gets his chance. I do wonder if he has the "mental" game for the Pros.

BamaMoon · Jan 15, 2015

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crimsonaudio said:
Well, talking to a few Buckeye friends, the reasoning is:
- He's 22, he's no kid
- speaking of which, he has a new baby
- He's never going to look better than he does right now
- Apparently there's zero chance Barrett isn't the starter when back from injury, so he's not going the starting next year
- Even if he goes 3rd day (initial projection), he's gonna make the league minimum ($400k-ish / year) to sit behind someone and learn. Same as college but he can support his family.

I actually think it's not a bad move. Make a good living to learn and in a few years, likely make a LOT of money. Dude has all the tools.

My first thought was, "NFL draft? He won't even start for OSU next year." But looking at it your way. IF a team will draft you and you can make the mininum to sit on the bench, what's the difference except no school and lots more money!

92tide · Jan 15, 2015

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BamaMoon said:
My first thought was, "NFL draft? He won't even start for OSU next year." But looking at it your way. IF a team will draft you and you can make the mininum to sit on the bench, what's the difference except no school and lots more money!

well, being in an environment with folks making millions while you are "only" making $400k can present difficulty if one is not the disciplined sort.

BamaMoon · Jan 15, 2015

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92tide said:
well, being in an environment with folks making millions while you are "only" making $400k can present difficulty if one is not the disciplined sort.

It's a calculated gamble. If he came back to college he might not play much next year and his stock could plummet. IF he doesn't like school and he's out of eligibility he'd have to do like the rest of us and go to work. Gasp!

russtang · Jan 15, 2015

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I think he'll go before the third day.

Combine performance could really help him move up.

BamaFossil · Jan 15, 2015

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Count me as one who is glad to see him go!

teamplayer · Jan 15, 2015

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Hooks4bama said:
No, I can't. Going out on a high note is the best play.

I don't blame him either, especially since the NFL loves to salivate and throw money at QBs with potential.

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