Good thoughts. As a backup PG strictly, I think Eli forces his way into the "next in", if not into the Top-7.
I also think Baker & Mag (& to a lesser extent Knell) — will find ways to expand their roles on the team in the course of the season. Those guys know how to win & how to beat matchups. But it might be best for the coach to swing early with his high-ceiling kids & have the vets work their way in — rather than the other way around.