Odds say Dolphins will pick Justin Herbert in 2020 NFL Draft
Oregon QB Justin Herbert breaks free for a touchdown run during the Rose Bowl against the Wisconsin Badgers. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire)
April 3rd, 2020
There is a slew of prop bets available on the upcoming 2020 NFL Draft, and one of the most intriguing ones centers around Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert.
The standout signal caller is currently favored to be selected by the Miami Dolphins, who hold the fifth overall pick in this year’s draft. However, it is not a certainty that the Fins will roll with Herbert as their quarterback of the future, setting things up for an underdog to nab him instead.
Odds on which team will select Justin Herbert in the 2020 NFL Draft
| Team | Odds to select Justin Herbert |
|---|
Miami Dolphins | +125 |
Los Angeles Chargers | +200 |
Indianapolis Colts | +650 |
Carolina Panthers | +700 |
Jacksonville Jaguars | +800 |
Las Vegas Raiders | +1200 |
Tampa Bay Buccaneers | +1500 |
Denver Broncos | +1900 |
Dolphins may be forced to choose between Herbert and Tagovailoa
Most credible mock drafts have LSU quarterback Joe Burrow going No. 1 overall to the Bengals before three straight non-QBs are drafted. If indeed the Redskins draft edge rusher Chase Young, the Lions grab corner back Jeff Okudah and the Giants select offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs, that would mean the Dolphins would be presented with a choice at No. 5 between Herbert and Tua Tagovailoa.
Could Justin Herbert jump Tua Tagovailoa? https://t.co/CIChRNjJsJ pic.twitter.com/6KOgJOxz3O
— Mel Kiper Jr. (@MelKiperESPN) January 31, 2020
The concern with Tagovailoa, who was considered the best upcoming quarterback at this time last year, is his health. He’s been rehabbing from a devastating hip injury that prematurely ended his junior year. However, he’s recently been given a clean bill of health, which could alleviate Miami’s concerns.
Herbert is not without his flaws
Herbert does not come without potential problems. Pro Football Focus has noted that the Oregon product tends to "panic in a collapsing pocket." He’s also known as a quiet type, which has caused many to question his leadership ability.
If presented with the choice between Tagovailoa and Herbert, it would seem that the former would be the decision for the Fins. Both ESPN’s Mel Kiper and Todd McShay have Tagovailoa as the second-best quarterback in the draft behind Burrow. That would mean Herbert would fall into the laps of the Los Angeles Chargers (+200), who recently moved on from longtime signal caller Philip Rivers.
The hometown kid is headed off to the NFL. 🦆
— Pac-12 Network (@Pac12Network) April 1, 2020
Good luck to Justin Herbert at the next level. @oregonfootball | #Pac12FB pic.twitter.com/B9QSpuo0qq
Herbert could be a good fit with the Chargers
The current No. 1 quarterback on the Chargers roster is journeyman Tyrod Taylor, who had largely unsuccessful stints as the starter in Buffalo and Cleveland. It would be very surprising if L.A. doesn’t draft a QB at No. 6, and Herbert fits the bill as the third-rated passer in this draft class.
NFL free pick: Los Angeles Chargers
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