2017 NFL Draft: Deshone Kizer Widens Lead In QB Race

The 2017 NFL draft could have a fairly strong quarterback class, but who is the best of the bunch? Another week of college football is making that clearer.

Sometimes being the best in a class isn’t just about talent but also timing. When are you playing your best football? In 1983 John Elway was the #1 pick overall because he led the nation in passing. His counterpart Dan Marino struggled that year, but was dominant the year before. Being the top draft choice means being talented but also placating those without long-term memories. That is what Deshone Kizer is doing.

Deshone Kizer vs. Syracuse

Week after week the draft experts have said the first quarterback off the board will likely be Kizer. His mix physical skills and size are rare for quarterbacks. Combined with his advanced passing prowess on top of it, no wonder the hype is building. With games like the one he had against Syracuse, fans are beginning to understand what these guys have been talking about. For yet another week an opposing defense just didn’t have answers for him.

Kizer finished with 471 yards, three touchdowns and an interception through the air. He also added a touchdown on the ground. His first two passes of the game with for scores to receiver Equanimeous St. Brown. Notre Dame scored 50 points. Perhaps if they were winning their games over the past couple weeks he’d been getting even more recognition. As it stands Kizer is climbing his way up the ladder with sheer statistical excellence.