Post by scorpion42 on Oct 13, 2009 13:08:11 GMT -7
2010 QB class has plenty of big names, but only Bradford may have NFL game
SportingNews 13 hours, 47 minutes ago
Sporting News draft expert Russ Lande and his team of former NFL scouts say there is more bark than bite in the quarterback Class of 2010. As in, there are a lot of big names, but only Sam Bradford is a surefire elite prospect.
1. Sam Bradford, Oklahoma (junior)
Upside: He's a good athlete who throws quickly and accurately. If he can stay healthy, he has the talent to become an elite NFL quarterback.
Downside: He has a slight frame and needs to prove he can stay healthy. He also must adjust to reading defenses and making adjustments and audibles.
Projection: If his shoulder checks out, he could be the first overall pick.
2. Tony Pike, Cincinnati
Upside: He is tall and athletic, with the rocket arm to become a top-flight NFL QB with improved mechanics.
Downside: He never really worked hard until spring of '08, a red flag because NFL quarterbacks without a great work ethic usually flame out.
Projection: He has the talent to be a mid-to-late first-rounder, but first he'll have to answer a lot of questions.
3. Jimmy Clausen, Notre Dame (junior)
Upside: He has a quick release, good arm and great touch. His performance, especially in the clutch, has improved dramatically in '09.
Downside: He gambles too much, perhaps because Notre Dame always is in a shootout.
Projection: He currently projects as a mid-to-late first-rounder but could fly up draft boards in the spring.
4. Colt McCoy, Texas
Upside: He has outstanding intangibles and accuracy. He fits best in a West Coast system, a la Jeff Garcia(notes).
Downside: He lacks the arm strength to make all the NFL throws and could end up being nothing more than a backup.
Projection: He's a third-round prospect but is sure to be drafted higher.
5. Tim Tebow, Florida
Upside: He has elite physical tools and could be an elite NFL QB if he can greatly improve his mechanics.
Downside: He has no experience playing in a pro-style offense, which requires making reads while dropping back.
Projection: He's a third-round prospect who likely will go in Round 1 because he'll wow personnel men with his arm strength, athleticism and personality.
SportingNews 13 hours, 47 minutes ago
Sporting News draft expert Russ Lande and his team of former NFL scouts say there is more bark than bite in the quarterback Class of 2010. As in, there are a lot of big names, but only Sam Bradford is a surefire elite prospect.
1. Sam Bradford, Oklahoma (junior)
Upside: He's a good athlete who throws quickly and accurately. If he can stay healthy, he has the talent to become an elite NFL quarterback.
Downside: He has a slight frame and needs to prove he can stay healthy. He also must adjust to reading defenses and making adjustments and audibles.
Projection: If his shoulder checks out, he could be the first overall pick.
2. Tony Pike, Cincinnati
Upside: He is tall and athletic, with the rocket arm to become a top-flight NFL QB with improved mechanics.
Downside: He never really worked hard until spring of '08, a red flag because NFL quarterbacks without a great work ethic usually flame out.
Projection: He has the talent to be a mid-to-late first-rounder, but first he'll have to answer a lot of questions.
3. Jimmy Clausen, Notre Dame (junior)
Upside: He has a quick release, good arm and great touch. His performance, especially in the clutch, has improved dramatically in '09.
Downside: He gambles too much, perhaps because Notre Dame always is in a shootout.
Projection: He currently projects as a mid-to-late first-rounder but could fly up draft boards in the spring.
4. Colt McCoy, Texas
Upside: He has outstanding intangibles and accuracy. He fits best in a West Coast system, a la Jeff Garcia(notes).
Downside: He lacks the arm strength to make all the NFL throws and could end up being nothing more than a backup.
Projection: He's a third-round prospect but is sure to be drafted higher.
5. Tim Tebow, Florida
Upside: He has elite physical tools and could be an elite NFL QB if he can greatly improve his mechanics.
Downside: He has no experience playing in a pro-style offense, which requires making reads while dropping back.
Projection: He's a third-round prospect who likely will go in Round 1 because he'll wow personnel men with his arm strength, athleticism and personality.