2018 NFL Mock Draft: What If Darnold Goes Back to School?

Josh Rosen . 3. player. 42. It’s plain as day the San Francisco 49ers will have their sights set on a new quarterback next year if given the opportunity. Brian Hoyer and Matt Barkley are merely transition players at the position, mean to hold it over until a better option is found. Perhaps 3rd round pick C.J. Beathard could be the guy but it’s hard to believe that happening, even with an offensive wizard like Kyle Shanahan helping him. <p>Especially when Josh Rosen of UCLA is drawing a number of Matt Ryan comparisons. Granted these are from a physical standpoint. The UCLA standout is still learning how to operate at the mental level of the reigning NFL MVP. That being said Rosen has all the tools to become a top flight pro quarterback. He just has to show more maturity in 2017 and be able to stay healthy.</p>. QB. UCLA