I am not claiming Mitch was safe. Only remembering a few pieces saying Mitch's floor was higher than Watson and Mahomes in how he approached the game. If hindsight is 20/20, NFL draft foresight is cataract-filled
and often simply searching for new turns of phrase to say something about QBs they have already ranked by Pat Kirwan's method and eye test.
I honestly never heard that. Seemed to always be Mahomes that all were saying had the highest ceiling. All 3 QBs had concerns according to the "experts".
Watson was too slender and thus his style of play would get him hurt at the NFL level. Was not required to fully read defenses in the offense he played. He rushed anticipatory throws. Too many INTs due to not letting routes develop. Would need to work on foot work from under center and over striding on throws.
Trubisky lacked experience. Played in a space based passing attack exclusively from shotgun. Inconsistent deep ball touch and lacked pocket awareness. Would need to work on foot work from under center, become more pocket aware and get better at reading blitzes.
Mahomes was said to be too eager in looking for explosive plays and resorted too often to playground style. Would need good coaching at the NFL level to get him to play within the offense and show discipline. If coachable, he has the highest ceiling in the draft class.