It was clear Sam Darnold had the better team last Saturday. What became less clear was who the better quarterback was between Darnold and Josh Rosen?
Both are currently my top two quarterbacks in this draft class. Darnold's Trojans won the game 28-23, while Rosen won the QB battle.
Representatives from 20 NFL teams saw the UCLA signal caller put on a clinic, showing a deep-ball touch, polished arm talent and elite pocket awareness.
Rosen completed 32 of 52 passes for 421 yards, three touchdowns and one interception with a significantly less talented supporting cast. Darnold was a workman like 17 of 28 for 264 yards, and one interception. He also ran for a touchdown.
Darnold made some impressive throws and showcased an ability to extend plays with his legs, but it was clear Rosen was the more polished pro prospect.
Neither were perfect, but I bet Rosen made the stronger impression with the scouts.
The NFL draft has become a nice appetizer before our main course in September. A mock version of the draft is meant to educate, and even entertain. At very least, it helps you pass the time.
What follows is an early attempt at figuring out the best players available in this season's draft class, and which teams they'd match up well with considering the current draft order according to NFL.com.
Here's an updated version of my 2018 NFL Mock Draft:
