The quarterback position is the one spot on the field that is never immune to criticism. The position calls for snap second decisions made within a shorter window of time, requiring spectacular instinct and awareness. It takes vision, creativity, and athleticism. The quarterbacks with the highest upside usually draw the most attention, and a good quarterback can transform the image of a college program or professional franchise.
Every year, at least one NFL team searches for the next great quarterback product. As we're finding out, it's always an era of need, from a team in search of a franchise starter to the team in need of a quality backup or developmental project.