Strengths:
• Prototypical NFL size and build
• Good accuracy on short passes
• Extremely experienced as a three year starter
• Solid intangibles
• Improved on reading defenses through career
Weaknesses:
• Lacks zip on intermediate to deep passes
• Tendency to force balls when under pressure
• Lack of athleticism to escape pressure
• Doesn't go through progressions consistently
• Lacked success in crucial game situations
Injury History:
•Sprained knee kept him out for two games in 2010
Notes:
Three Year Starter for the Wildcats -- Transferred to Arizona after losing quarterback battle at Michigan State to Kirk Cousins -- Holds school record for career touchdowns and passing yards. Also holds single season record for passing yards -- An average quarterback prospect who projects as a back-up at the next level.
NFL Player Comparison: Matt Leinart
| Career Statistics |
| Year |
GP |
COMP |
ATT |
YDS |
COMP % |
TD |
INT |
| 2007 |
1 |
5 |
8 |
57 |
62.5% |
0 |
0 |
| 2008 |
RS |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| 2009 |
12 |
257 |
400 |
2,465 |
64.3% |
19 |
9 |
| 2010 |
11 |
286 |
426 |
3,191 |
67.1% |
20 |
10 |
| 2011 |
12 |
387 |
560 |
4,334 |
69.1% |
28 |
14 |
| Totals |
36 |
935 |
1,394 |
10,047 |
67.1% |
67 |
33 |
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