Biggest bust ever
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VesnaKociper said:
Tim Couch, Mike Phipps
Somewhat, but by no means all time compared to others.
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Gatsky.....while what you want to do is admirable....not look for the busts but look for the quality QBs that come along, the thread does ask for the busts.
And why identifying the busts is important? It might be illuminative to look at the fate of those teams after they drafted those busts.
Going back in time: Look how the Browns have been since drafting Weeden/Quinn....still trying to dig out of those holes
The Raiders have still not recovered from drafting Russell.
It took the Bears about 5 years to get over the McNown bust.
The Bengals actually did pretty well recovering from Akili....when they got Palmer
Chargers recovered fairly well, taking both Brees and Rivers within about 5-6 years of getting Leaf
Have the Redskins done anything since drafting Shuler?
In a certain sense, the Browns drafting of Bobby Garrett in 1954 was to soon replace OG.....they had to go through Tommy O'Connel and Milt Plum.
I think the Rams recovered OK from taking Terry Baker......when the picked up Roman Gabriel and were a force for the late 60s into the 70s.
The Dolphins recovered from drafting Norton in 1966 pretty quickly. In 1966 they took Norton #2 overall.....then again in 1967 they took Bob Griese with the #4 overall pick......imagine a team doing that today.
The Detroit Lions took Andre Ware....but they recovered pretty well with the likes of Rodney Peete and Dave Kreig (but more with Barry Sanders)
The Colts didn't have a winning record for 5 years after drafting Schlichter
So, I would say that about 2/3rds of the teams that ended up with a big bust took a fairly long time to recover. Grab one of those bust every 3-4 years....you get a record like the Browns have had over the last many years.
Gatsky.....while what you want to do is admirable....not look for the busts but look for the quality QBs that come along, the thread does ask for the busts.
And why identifying the busts is important? It might be illuminative to look at the fate of those teams after they drafted those busts.
Going back in time: Look how the Browns have been since drafting Weeden/Quinn....still trying to dig out of those holes
The Raiders have still not recovered from drafting Russell.
It took the Bears about 5 years to get over the McNown bust.
The Bengals actually did pretty well recovering from Akili....when they got Palmer
Chargers recovered fairly well, taking both Brees and Rivers within about 5-6 years of getting Leaf
Have the Redskins done anything since drafting Shuler?
In a certain sense, the Browns drafting of Bobby Garrett in 1954 was to soon replace OG.....they had to go through Tommy O'Connel and Milt Plum.
I think the Rams recovered OK from taking Terry Baker......when the picked up Roman Gabriel and were a force for the late 60s into the 70s.
The Dolphins recovered from drafting Norton in 1966 pretty quickly. In 1966 they took Norton #2 overall.....then again in 1967 they took Bob Griese with the #4 overall pick......imagine a team doing that today.
The Detroit Lions took Andre Ware....but they recovered pretty well with the likes of Rodney Peete and Dave Kreig (but more with Barry Sanders)
The Colts didn't have a winning record for 5 years after drafting Schlichter
So, I would say that about 2/3rds of the teams that ended up with a big bust took a fairly long time to recover. Grab one of those bust every 3-4 years....you get a record like the Browns have had over the last many years.
I understand that's the point of the thread Gip. My point wasn't to suggest changing the thread but to simply point out that I found Mudflys analysis more illuminating than simply pointing out the big busts.
Your analysis was also well done. Its crazy how simply drafting a QB who does not possess the requisite skills to thrive in the NFL can destroy a team. It makes sense though once you examine the domino effect of setbacks that a unsuccessful QB brings to a team: blows to team moral, lack of leadership on the offense, lack of continuity and chemistry amongst the QB and skill positions, to long term damage like the inevitable GM/Head coach/coordinator change that usually occurs following a collapse at the QB position.
I stand by my statement that it all comes down to intangibles. A prospect can have all the physical and mental attributes in the world but if he lacks the intangibles like being clutch and not choking, having a insatiable drive to be the best etc., he will never be anything more than a sub par success at QB.
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Gatsky.....while what you want to do is admirable....not look for the busts but look for the quality QBs that come along, the thread does ask for the busts.
And why identifying the busts is important? It might be illuminative to look at the fate of those teams after they drafted those busts.
Going back in time: Look how the Browns have been since drafting Weeden/Quinn....still trying to dig out of those holes
The Raiders have still not recovered from drafting Russell.
It took the Bears about 5 years to get over the McNown bust.
The Bengals actually did pretty well recovering from Akili....when they got Palmer
Chargers recovered fairly well, taking both Brees and Rivers within about 5-6 years of getting Leaf
Have the Redskins done anything since drafting Shuler?
In a certain sense, the Browns drafting of Bobby Garrett in 1954 was to soon replace OG.....they had to go through Tommy O'Connel and Milt Plum.
I think the Rams recovered OK from taking Terry Baker......when the picked up Roman Gabriel and were a force for the late 60s into the 70s.
The Dolphins recovered from drafting Norton in 1966 pretty quickly. In 1966 they took Norton #2 overall.....then again in 1967 they took Bob Griese with the #4 overall pick......imagine a team doing that today.
The Detroit Lions took Andre Ware....but they recovered pretty well with the likes of Rodney Peete and Dave Kreig (but more with Barry Sanders)
The Colts didn't have a winning record for 5 years after drafting Schlichter
So, I would say that about 2/3rds of the teams that ended up with a big bust took a fairly long time to recover. Grab one of those bust every 3-4 years....you get a record like the Browns have had over the last many years.
I understand that's the point of the thread Gip. My point wasn't to suggest changing the thread but to simply point out that I found Mudflys analysis more illuminating than simply pointing out the big busts.
Your analysis was also well done. Its crazy how simply drafting a QB who does not possess the requisite skills to thrive in the NFL can destroy a team. It makes sense though once you examine the domino effect of setbacks that a unsuccessful QB brings to a team: blows to team moral, lack of leadership on the offense, lack of continuity and chemistry amongst the QB and skill positions, to long term damage like the inevitable GM/Head coach/coordinator change that usually occurs following a collapse at the QB position.
I stand by my statement that it all comes down to intangibles. A prospect can have all the physical and mental attributes in the world but if he lacks the intangibles like being clutch and not choking, having a insatiable drive to be the best etc., he will never be anything more than a sub par success at QB.
GuNNerGatSKy said:
I stand by my statement that it all comes down to intangibles. A prospect can have all the physical and mental attributes in the world but if he lacks the intangibles like being clutch and not choking, having a insatiable drive to be the best etc., he will never be anything more than a sub par success at QB.
That is probably why quarterback is the hardest position to draft for and be successful. There are things like the intangibles that don't go into the statistics.
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Gatsky.....while what you want to do is admirable....not look for the busts but look for the quality QBs that come along, the thread does ask for the busts.
And why identifying the busts is important? It might be illuminative to look at the fate of those teams after they drafted those busts.
Going back in time: Look how the Browns have been since drafting Weeden/Quinn....still trying to dig out of those holes
The Raiders have still not recovered from drafting Russell.
It took the Bears about 5 years to get over the McNown bust.
The Bengals actually did pretty well recovering from Akili....when they got Palmer
Chargers recovered fairly well, taking both Brees and Rivers within about 5-6 years of getting Leaf
Have the Redskins done anything since drafting Shuler?
In a certain sense, the Browns drafting of Bobby Garrett in 1954 was to soon replace OG.....they had to go through Tommy O'Connel and Milt Plum.
I think the Rams recovered OK from taking Terry Baker......when the picked up Roman Gabriel and were a force for the late 60s into the 70s.
The Dolphins recovered from drafting Norton in 1966 pretty quickly. In 1966 they took Norton #2 overall.....then again in 1967 they took Bob Griese with the #4 overall pick......imagine a team doing that today.
The Detroit Lions took Andre Ware....but they recovered pretty well with the likes of Rodney Peete and Dave Kreig (but more with Barry Sanders)
The Colts didn't have a winning record for 5 years after drafting Schlichter
So, I would say that about 2/3rds of the teams that ended up with a big bust took a fairly long time to recover. Grab one of those bust every 3-4 years....you get a record like the Browns have had over the last many years.
I understand that's the point of the thread Gip. My point wasn't to suggest changing the thread but to simply point out that I found Mudflys analysis more illuminating than simply pointing out the big busts.
Your analysis was also well done. Its crazy how simply drafting a QB who does not possess the requisite skills to thrive in the NFL can destroy a team. It makes sense though once you examine the domino effect of setbacks that a unsuccessful QB brings to a team: blows to team moral, lack of leadership on the offense, lack of continuity and chemistry amongst the QB and skill positions, to long term damage like the inevitable GM/Head coach/coordinator change that usually occurs following a collapse at the QB position.
I stand by my statement that it all comes down to intangibles. A prospect can have all the physical and mental attributes in the world but if he lacks the intangibles like being clutch and not choking, having a insatiable drive to be the best etc., he will never be anything more than a sub par success at QB.
GuNNerGatSKy said:
I understand that's the point of the thread Gip. My point wasn't to suggest changing the thread but to simply point out that I found Mudflys analysis more illuminating than simply pointing out the big busts.
Your analysis was also well done. Its crazy how simply drafting a QB who does not possess the requisite skills to thrive in the NFL can destroy a team. It makes sense though once you examine the domino effect of setbacks that a unsuccessful QB brings to a team: blows to team moral, lack of leadership on the offense, lack of continuity and chemistry amongst the QB and skill positions, to long term damage like the inevitable GM/Head coach/coordinator change that usually occurs following a collapse at the QB position.
I stand by my statement that it all comes down to intangibles. A prospect can have all the physical and mental attributes in the world but if he lacks the intangibles like being clutch and not choking, having a insatiable drive to be the best etc., he will never be anything more than a sub par success at QB.
Absolutely agree. Many QBs probably have say Brady's physical talents.....but few in any have ever had his intangible talents.
And look at the guy he is facing tomorrow......he is ALL about the intangibles
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Well, if you consider collateral damage, how about Mike Phipps?
The Browns traded HOFer Paul Warfield in his prime to draft a guy who is little more than a footnote in Browns history
Not only was HE a bust, it - pretty much - busted the team for some time.
Rick Mirer??
it was frustrating during those years but the team basically had to be rebuilt. The older guys from the Collier years were retiring.
We had some great picks with Jerry Sherk and Greg Pruitt, and Sipe on the taxi squad...
When I saw Phipps play, I always thought of Bobby Douglas from those crappy Bears teams - he ran most of the time and couldnt throw worth a damn.
definite overreach as a first rounder for sure.. and steep price giving up Warfield.
my bust pick(s) - Ty Detmer , Steve Walsh they actually played awhile too
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@douche-nozzle said:
I always saw Tebow as the biggest bust because of how big the hype was versus the reality. I made two bets, shorty after the draft, that little Johnny would overtake that by being done in less starts than it took Tebow.
Tebow beat the stooolers in the playoffs
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In a related article here is SI's top 50 busts at any position.
http://www.lostlettermen.com/slideshow/4-16-2012-top-50-nfl-draft-busts-where-are-they-now/
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@douche-nozzle said:
The Browns beat themselves for your entire life;)
Uh we were talking about Tebow making you his bitch.
Try to keep up.
WSS
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let me check my archives. 7th grade..., okay got it.@douche-nozzle said:
Blow me
"ok. I'll blow the sweat off your back while you suck my dick."
WSS
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@douche-nozzle said:
I always saw Tebow as the biggest bust because of how big the hype was versus the reality. I made two bets, shorty after the draft, that little Johnny would overtake that by being done in less starts than it took Tebow.
But Tebow won some games....even a playoff game. Some of these guys.....like Garrett, never even started a single game.
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VesnaKociper said:
Mike Phipps not a world class BUST? We gave up Paul Warfield for him. Puleeeeze.
Yea, that is terrible for Browns fans.....but Phipps played some years....even had some playoff games under his belt...But again, go back to Garrett. #1 overall pick.....by the Browns No starts. No wins. 9 games played....none for the Browns. 15/30 for his career. 143 yards, no TDs, 1 Int.
Yea, I know it was 1954....before our collective personal memories perhaps. But THAT is a bust.
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Zombo said:
I get horny every time I read this thread title.
Zombo
Finally somebody got it! Read the OP.
WSS
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When I googled the thread title, these are the first images that come up:
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@douche-nozzle said:
I guess you could categorize it two ways, draft position versus performance is one, I was thinking about hype versus outcome.
If the latter, then how does anyone surpass Tony Manderich?
And as an overall #2, he's a strong contender for the former as well.
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@douche-nozzle said:
I guess you could categorize it two ways, draft position versus performance is one, I was thinking about hype versus outcome.
Yea, well, we may have our own analysis to do when it comes to hype vs. performance. I guess we shall see.
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@douche-nozzle said:
I always saw Tebow as the biggest bust because of how big the hype was versus the reality. I made two bets, shorty after the draft, that little Johnny would overtake that by being done in less starts than it took Tebow.
But Tebow won some games....even a playoff game. Some of these guys.....like Garrett, never even started a single game.
But Tebow won some games....even a playoff game. Some of these guys.....like Garrett, never even started a single game.
To me, the difference with Tebow and Johnny, compared to a Leaf or Russell is the consensus that Leaf & Russell would be good, while there was MUCH conjecture about guys like Tebow and Johnny.....
1/2 the pundits thought they would fail......and they did....
so....I guess they are busts in the sense that a first round pick was used, but truly think they were reaches to begin with and it's really not a huge surprise(to a lot of folks) that they haven;t done well.....
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When I googled the thread title, these are the first images that come up:
When I googled the thread title, these are the first images that come up:
Poor girl has to lean on a tree to stay upright...
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