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Top QB prospects for Washington in 2022 draft

By Ken Johannesen

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 06: Matt Corral #2 of the Mississippi Rebels rushes for a touchdown against Jack Fagot #38 of the Louisville Cardinals during the first half of the Chick-fil-A Kick-Off Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 06, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 06: Matt Corral #2 of the Mississippi Rebels rushes for a touchdown against Jack Fagot #38 of the Louisville Cardinals during the first half of the Chick-fil-A Kick-Off Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 06, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /
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2. Tier two quarterbacks

The tier two quarterbacks in this year’s draft could slip into the first round, but most are likely second-day players in the draft.  Washington would likely pick a quarterback on day two if they have chosen another position in round one.

A. Kenny Pickett, Pittsburgh – 6-3, 220

Kenny Pickett is very close to the top tier and he is having a very good 2021 season.  He’s a solid game manager and possibly the most “pro-ready” quarterback in this class.

Verdict: Pickett could be a top ten selection and should be available when Washington is on the clock.

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B. Carson Strong, Nevada – 6-4, 215

Carson Strong should be available when Washington is on the clock and he could be the best overall option.  He has a very strong arm, superb velocity on passes, and the quickest release of this quarterback class.

Verdict: This is a player that the Washington Football Team could target.

C. Sam Howell, North Carolina (U) – 6-1, 225

Sam Howell fell out of favor with some analysts earlier in the season, but he has performed well in recent weeks.  He could be a day one starter for Washington.

Verdict: Howell can throw all the passes – short, medium, and long.  He is also built like a tank.

D. Desmond Ridder, Cincinnati – 6-4, 215

Many analysts thought Ridder would enter the 2021 draft, but he decided to return to the Bearcats for his senior season and he has likely improved his draft status from a likely fourth-rounder to a second-round pick in the 2022 draft.

Verdict: Ridder could slide into the first round, but he is a likely day two pick.

E. Brennan Armstrong, Virginia – 6-2, 215 (U)

The nation’s leading passer has been impressive in 2021 and routinely passes for 400 yards a game, including a 554-yard effort several weeks ago.  He could return to Virginia for 2022 and be one of the top QB prospects for the 2023 draft.

Verdict: Armstrong was an unknown in early September, but he is a legitimate prospect now.  He also possesses a favorable last name.

F. Grayson McCall, Coastal Carolina (U) – 6-3, 210

Dual threat quarterbacks are becoming much more popular in the NFL in recent years and Grayson McCall is one of the best of this year’s crop.  However, a late season injury could sideline him the rest of this season and he may return another year to Coastal Carolina.

Verdict: At this juncture, it is too early to know if McCall enters the 2022 draft.

G. Sam Hartman, Wake Forest (U) – 6-1, 210

Sam Hartman is a late addition to the tier two list and could skyrocket higher with a strong finish to the 2021 season.  He has taken a perennial ACC cellar-dweller program and put it at the top of the conference in 2021.  He could return for another season.

Verdict: Hartman would be wise to return to Wake Forest for another season, but the next few weeks could determine otherwise.

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