He (Jones) did say that he thought Gilbert wouldn't pan out after he just started, but at about halfway through the 2012 season, the light came on and he started to really understand what they were doing and how they wanted him to play the game.
Gilbert and Luck were the #1 and #2 kids coming out of high school, and Texas took Gilbert over Luck. That should be an indicator of the talent level going into college, but they have to prove it at the next level, obviously. They feel like he proved it at Texas. The thing that makes him unique is his athleticism. Can abide time in the pocket, is a good runner when he has to, but he looks to pass first. They think the #1 thing is his work ethic is 2nd to none. I'm sure the qualifier about him playing 12-15 years is predicated on him being a starter.
I'll transcribe more, but it's a pretty good listen so far.