Outlook: Upon joining the Rams in 2021, Stafford threw for 4,886 yards and 41 touchdowns. In three seasons since, the veteran has averaged 3,271 yards, 18 TDs, and 9 INTs while missing a combined 11 games. Not all of that can be blamed on Stafford, though, as former All-Pro WR Cooper Kupp had his own run of injury woes and barely resembled the player he'd been for most of 2024. TE Tyler Higbee, another reliable outlet in the passing game, missed all but three games last year while recovering from a torn ACL. WR Puka Nacua missed six games. That left guys like WRs Tutu Atwell and Demarcus Robinson to fill important roles, and the offense suffered for it.

Following the offseason acquisition of WR Davante Adams, the Rams hope they'll be more dynamic in the passing game, though both Stafford (37 years old) and Adams (32) are on the downside of their careers, so don't hold your breath for a second coming of the 2021 Rams offense. On paper, the pairing of Nacua and Adams should be better than what we saw from Nacua and Kupp last year, and that's good news for Stafford, an experienced field general with plenty of juice left in his right arm. He doesn't run, which undercuts his fantasy appeal, but he remains a borderline top-20 option and serviceable QB2.

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Outlook: In 2023, Stroud had one of the best ever rookie seasons at quarterback. That created high expectations heading into his sophomore season, and he was drafted as a consensus QB1. The addition of WR Stefon Diggs to play alongside breakout receiver Nico Collins added to the hopefulness of a stellar season from Stroud. When the dust settled, Stroud fell short of those expectations, thanks in no small part to Diggs, Collins, and WR Tank Dell all missing multiple games. Stroud played in two more games in 2024 than he did in 2023 but finished last season with fewer passing yards, fewer passing TDs, and more interceptions than his rookie season. Ouch.

Those struggles in 2024 have Stroud slated as a low-end QB2 today. He reportedly had soreness in his throwing shoulder during offseason workouts but is said to be fine as training camp approaches. I actually like the price of Stroud this draft season. If the pieces around him can stay upright and the offensive line doesn't completely fall flat, Stroud can be a solid QB2 with starting potential some weeks. Draft him with confidence as your high-end QB2.

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Outlook: Everything has fallen into place for Williams and the Bears offense. No longer helmed by an inept coaching staff, Williams will have Ben Johnson whispering magic into his headset. The former Lions OC transformed another former first overall pick into an MVP candidate, and hopes to do the same with Williams, who flashed in 2024, but too often had a difficult time making routine plays. He took a historic amount of sacks (68), and never seemed to develop chemistry with his receivers, as his catchable ball rate (75%) was one of the lowest in the league. He simply must be better in the pocket, and throwing on schedule if he's going to be able to take a progressional leap. There are no excuses this year. The offensive line has been rebuilt, Chicago invested the 10th overall pick in shifty tight end Colston Loveland, and the franchise has made every roster and coaching staff move to help Williams.

Williams survived on raw ability last year as he was left out to dry by a clueless coaching staff. I believe in his talent, and Johnson is the perfect fit as head coach. If he can perfect his fundamentals, and play within the offense, he has the weapons, scheme, and running ability to flirt with the top-5. Chicago doesn't have a stable of backs like Detroit has, so look for Williams to sling it. As a fringe QB1, you can wait on Williams while loading up on other positions, and bank on his upside.

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