The Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles have made it apparent that they are looking for their respective quarterbacks of the future. Both organizations felt it was necessary to make major splashes and move up in the 2016 NFL Draft to get their guys.

The Rams acquired the No. 1 overall pick in the draft from the Tennessee Titans, as well as a fourth-round pick in exchange for the No. 15 pick, two second-round picks, a third-round pick and the Rams’ first and third-round picks in 2017. Then, the Eagles acquired the No. 2 overall selection from the Cleveland Browns, sending the No. 8 pick, third and fourth-round picks this year, a first-round pick in 2017 and a second-round pick in 2018.

But, was it all worth it? Obviously that remains to be seen, but it’s clear that both teams were ready and willing to risk it all for the possibility of a reward in the end.

The quarterback positions in Los Angeles and Philadelphia are a bit shaky at the moment, so the executives for both clubs figure they need to do whatever it takes to find their franchise quarterback.

The Rams are in desperate need of a legitimate signal-caller. Most experts, including Mel Kiper, Jr. and Todd McShay like the Rams to select the University of California’s Jared Goff at No. 1 overall. Many believe that Goff is the most NFL-ready quarterback in this year’s draft class.

There’s so much to love about Goff: a strong arm, poise in the pocket, makes all the throws, and his on-field demeanor. The Rams’ best option, as it stands, is an inconsistent Nick Foles, so it’s not difficult to see why they would be willing to relinquish so much in order to snag a quarterback in the draft this year.

While some may believe the Rams gave up way too much for an unproven quarterback, it actually makes sense. There’s no way the team executives want to open up the 2016-17 season in their new location in Los Angeles with a mediocre option under center. Whether Goff is the real deal from Day 1 or not, it’s a “sexier” look for the Rams.

Every year, the Rams boast a fierce defense and they have some nice young pieces on the offensive side of the ball in Todd Gurley and Tavon Austin. A quality quarterback may very well be the missing piece for a playoff berth.

The Eagles’ situation is a tad bit different, however. Philadelphia just signed Sam Bradford to a two-year, $35 million deal back in March, giving off the impression that he was their guy for 2016. Now, it appears that Bradford wants out, given the fact that the Eagles are likely to take a quarterback with the No. 2 overall pick in the draft.

The Eagles have, for the most part, been linked to North Dakota State’s Carson Wentz. Wentz opened a lot of NFL eyes at the Senior Bowl and NFL Scouting Combine, resulting in him skyrocketing up draft boards.

Wentz has the ideal size for an NFL quarterback and above average athleticism for the position, which could bode well for him in Philadelphia. While many believe Goff is the most NFL-ready quarterback this year, Wentz may be the better long-term option because of his upside.

Two franchises broke the bank to get their franchise quarterbacks. Only time will tell if their investments were worth it all. Some may think the Rams and Eagles surrendered too many assets, but the numbers suggest that if you’re going to take a quarterback, take them early.