In honor of Blaine Gabbert and Johnny Manziel facing off in the battle of QBs that haven't lived up to their first round potential, we're taking a look back on all the first round QBs that have been busts since 2010. That means no Geno Smith, although he's been a pretty bad NFL QB. For the time being, Sam Bradford and Robert Griffin III are avoiding this list. There's a strong case for both players, but Bradford is still starting for the Eagles and RGIII could recapture his previous form next season. After all, he was incredibly his rookie year. With that in mind, here are the 7 Biggest First Round QB Busts Since 2010:
7. Blaine Gabbert, Jaguars
The first of three players from the disastrous 2011 QB class. Gabbert would have ranked much higher on this list, expect he's actually played okay the past few weeks for the 49ers. He still might end up as a bust, but he has a chance to save his career. Still, he's not produced the way a Top 10 pick should.
6. Johnny Manziel, Browns
The Browns took Manziel with the 22nd overall pick in the 2014 Draft. There's still time for him to turn things around, which is why he's only No. 6 on this list. However, Manziel has struggled to stay on the field because of his off-the-field antics. When he's actually played, he's struggled with turnover and accuracy. The Browns took Manziel ahead of Derek Carr and Teddy Bridgewater. Oops. It's too early to declare Manziel a complete bust, but he's rapidly trending that way.
5. Brandon Weeden, Browns
Weeden went to the Browns with the 22nd overall pick (which might be a cursed selection for Cleveland). He didn't last long and is already on his third NFL team. Weeden is already 32 years old, cementing his bust status. The Browns haven't found a QB since team returned to Cleveland as an expansion franchise.
4. E.J. Manuel, Bills
The Bills took Manuel with the 16th overall pick in the 2013 Draft and he's already lost his starting job in Buffalo. The 2013 QB class was just awful, so it's probably a good thing he was the only one taken in the first round. Manuel has done a solid job as the team's backup, but the 16th overall pick is supposed to be a starter.
3. Christian Ponder, Vikings
Ponder went 12th overall in 2012, but it was clear early he wasn't destined to be a starter. He lasted just four seasons with the Vikings and started all 16 games just once. He lacked arm strength and struggled with turnovers, a terrible combination. Ponder has been on the Raiders' and Broncos' rosters this year, but was cut by both. Ponder has a chance to serve as a backup in the league.
2. Tim Tebow, Broncos
Tebow has his following, but let's be real; he's a terrible quarterback. He never should have been selected with the 25th overall pick. Despite his ability to produce a few comebacks, Tebow couldn't even complete 50 percent of his passes. There's a reason he's out of the league right now. Tebow simply can't play QB at an NFL level.
1. Jake Locker, Titans
The worst of the worst from the 2013 draft is Locker. The eight overall pick struggled in his four NFL seasons. He was rarely healthy and completed just 57.5 percent of his passes in the games he did play. A solid athlete, Locker never developed the accuracy to succeed in the NFL. He's already retired, cementing his bust status.
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