Washington Football Team: Ranking quarterback options, early Feb. edition

Washington Football Team QB Options 5-1

5. Derek Carr (Raiders)

There are people who don’t like Carr. And it’s true he has never produced at a truly elite level. But I think he is a very good quarterback just waiting for the right situation. He can make every throw. His movement is better than it appears at first glance. He should be entering his prime right now. If Jon Gruden decides it is time to start afresh, someone is going to get a very good quarterback.

4. Dak Prescott (free agent)

I was wrong about Dak coming out of college. I never thought he could be as consistent as he has become. His arm isn’t as good as the very best QBs, but it is well above average. He can run. He is tough. He has grown into a mature leader under the great pressure that comes with wearing the star on your helmet.

Prescott has mostly played with excellent talent around him, so I can see a concern should he go to a less talented team. But really, the only thing to worry about with Dak is his recovery from a season-ending ankle injury. If he returns at full strength, he is a stud.

3. Trevor Lawrence (Clemson)

I know there are people who would have Lawrence first on this list. They consider him “can’t miss.” Lawrence is an exceptional prospect who can do everything you want as a quarterback, but let me tell you – anybody can miss.

2. Aaron Rodgers (Packers)

Rodgers is among the greatest quarterbacks to ever throw a football. He is 37 but shows no signs of slowing down. I am generally against bringing in players in the twilight of their career unless you are one player away from winning a Super Bowl. But having the pleasure of watching Rodgers throw the ball for your team nullifies that objection.

1. Deshaun Watson (Texans)

Aaron Rodgers is a better quarterback than Deshaun Watson. But if you can get a 25 year old QB with a 3:1 touchdown-to-interception ratio, with three consecutive Pro Bowl appearances, with two years in the playoffs, with almost a miles worth of rushing yards – who is tough, and a leader, and everything you want as the face of your franchise, you move heaven and earth to get him.

I feel the need to say this because I know there is a segment of fandom that doesn’t think he is worth all the hype. He is.

That’s my list. It will most likely change every week as we enter free agency and the draft. But that’s it for today. Next time, I’m assessing how likely it is that any one of these options joins the Washington Football Team.