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As the league evolves, so too have the priorities surrounding quarterback selection. The modern NFL increasingly favors mobile quarterbacks, highlighting the crucial ability to make plays on the move. During the discussion, Kiper and Yates explored prospects like Shador Sanders and Cam Ward, emphasizing the league's shift in expectations for quarterback agility.
While traditional pocket passers like Tom Brady and Philip Rivers have proven successful in the past, there’s a burgeoning debate surrounding how the need for mobility is reshaping the scouting landscape. Teams now look for quarterbacks who can not only execute in the pocket but also escape and extend plays when necessary.