NFL Draft 2011: Who Could Be Tom Brady’s Next Disciple?

March 26, 2011   ·   Tony Santorsa   ·   Jump to comments

Entering the 2011 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots sit with nine draft picks, the most out of any NFL team. 
When looking at New England's roster from a pure "depth-perspective" the quarterback position jumps out. The Patriots only have two quarterbacks on their roster—Tom Brady and Brian Hoyer. 
With nine selections, it's quite possible Bill Belichick will look for a quarterback to possible "groom" and make him Brady's disciple, like Hoyer. 
Forget Cam Newton, Blaine Gabbert, Jake Locker and Ryan Mallett. I'm talking about a later-round pick—a true developmental project.
While analyzing this year's draft class at the quarterback position, three possible players could catch Belichick's eye: Alabama's Greg McElroy, TCU's Andy Dalton and Iowa's Ricky Stanzi. 
Here's a quick analysis of the three prospects:
 
Greg McElroy - 6'3", 225 lbs.
 
Strengths
McElroy proved to be a winner durin...

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