Carson Wentz had a good start, but is likely a wash in the NFL. He sustained an injury with the Eagles, who then went on to win the Super Bowl with his back up. Wentz was ultimately traded to Indianapolis, where he struggled, then he was dumped on Washington, and now, he is jobless.
Trey Lance was injured in his first real chance to be the starting quarterback, and never had the chance to win back his spot. Brock Purdy certainly earned his spot as a starter, but it isn't a great reflection of the 49ers draft process that their top 5 selection couldn't stick at quarterback. Lance was just traded to the Cowboys, where he backs up Dak Prescott.
As you may know, one thing that they have in common is their alma mater; North Dakota State. They also have another important thing in common; a major, career derailing injury. Wentz was pretty good before his initial injury, and Lance never really had a chance to prove himself. Do we know if the Bison only send out busts?
One thing that the Bison did under the tenure of both Lance and Wentz was protect the blind side of the quarterback. The jerseys were kept clean for both quarterbacks while they played in the FargoDome. In both drafts that the saw an NDSU quarterback selected in the first round, a starting tackle from the Bison was also selected. Joe Haeg moved to the interior line, but had a 6 year career starting with the Colts and bouncing around. Dillon Radunz was a second round choice by the Titans to protect Ryan Tannehill.
This is an ultimate truth not just for for the North Dakota State Bison, but for the National Football League. The best way to get the most out of a quarterback is to make sure they stay healthy.
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