Interviews, medical examinations, athletic tests and field training have already ended for quarterbacks, broad receivers and secret corners. Most of them will leave Indianapolis on Friday. After thinking about what we saw at Lucas Oil Stadium on Thursday night, here are some of the winners and losers in the quarterback position:
EJ Perry | 6-2 | 211 | 9 ” | 4.65 seconds |
Desmond Reeder | 6-3 | 211 | 10 ” | 4.52 |
Brock Purdy | 6-1 | 212 | 9 1/4 ” | 4.84 |
Skyler Thompson | 6-2 | 217 | 8 5/8 ” | 4.91 |
Dustin Crum | 6-1 | 210 | 9 3/8 ” | 4.75 |
Malik Willis | 6-0 1/2 | 219 | 9 1/2 ” | — |
D’Eric King | 5-9 | 196 | 9 1/4 ” | — |
Matt Coral | 6-1 5/8 | 212 | 9 5/8 ” | — |
Carson Strong | 6-3 | 226 | 9 1/8 ” | — |
Sam Howell | 6-1 | 218 | 9 1/8 ” | — |
Jack Coan | 6-3 | 218 | 9 1/12 ” | 4.9 |
Kenny Pickett | 6-3 1/4 | 217 | 8 1/2 ” | 4.73 |
Cole Kelly | 6-7 | 249 | 9 7/8 ” | — |
Bailey Zape | 6-0 1/2 | 215 | 9 3/4 ” | 4.88 |
Caleb Elebi | 6-1 | 208 | 9 1/4 ” | — |
Winners
Desmond Reeder, Cincinnati: Ridder was athletically better than all those who tested. When work began in the field, the Cincinnati product continued to look impressive. There have been problems with accuracy this season, but some believe that this can be corrected by working more consistently with your feet in your pocket. If this is the case, then there is no reason to believe that a team may not be comfortable taking it in the first round. He definitely showed the strength of the hand, able to push the ball down the field. Reeder does not have the most commanding voice, but he was very supportive of the other quarterback participants.
Sam Howell, North Carolina: Entering the combo, Howell had the distinction of being the best deep thrower in the class. He and Kenny Pickett of Pittsburgh were perhaps the most accurate with their field experiments. The trajectory of Howell’s deep passes is impressive. When looking for translatable features, Howell has this pen in his hat.
Malik Willis, Liberty: Willis did not take any of the athletic tests. Most assume that it will test well, so there is no reason to prove them wrong. There is a danger that Willis will be overpowered after his performance on the field. Concerns about his game stem from playing football for too long, and this is not an aspect visible in the combination. However, it is difficult not to be impressed by the strength of his hands. As night fell, it became a “how late can you throw the route” race to see who had the strongest hand, and Willis stood out. He separated in this sense. Willis also won some credit off the field when he was noticed doing an accidental act of kindness for the homeless.
Notre Dame Jack Cohan is another who had a solid outing.
Losers
Matt Coral, Ole Miss: For the second time in so many months, all considered top quarterbacks, with the exception of Coral, performed side by side in training. When the California-born finally takes the field of talent appraisers, it will be just him on his Pro Day. There will be no comparison of apples with apples with other top prospects. In general, the defenders exceeded my expectations, so will this affect Coral’s actions?
Carson Strong, Nevada: Strong’s strengths are his mastery of the game before filming and his ability to work through progressions. These traits are not necessarily present in the NFL plant. It is important to note that before you dive into the criticism. As he was one of the tallest quarterbacks in the presence, many of Strong’s throws were very low. He seems a little more reserved than the rest of the group.
D’Eric King, Miami: There has been talk that King may have changed positions for years. The gap between him and the others passing by was obvious. To be successful in the NFL, King will need to show exceptional accuracy, arm strength and mobility. His lack of perfect height (5 feet-9) makes him as extraordinary as the size of Pickett’s arm.