I have Hackenburg #1 but Wentz looks like a Top 25 pick at this point (long way to go). Wrote this up a few weeks ago....
Carson Wentz, North Dakota State (7.4 Top 25)
Smooth setup with active feet. Lower body mechanics are inconsistent at best. Very good pocket awareness, senses pressure and doesn't panic. Goes through progressions while moving in the pocket but can get first downs with his legs. Will break tackles and move the pile in short yardage. Makes quick reads and sticks tight window throws without any fear and great placement (even vs double teams). Lets his receivers make plays and consistently puts the ball where only they have the shot. Rushes short passes and gets a decent amount of tipped passes. Deadly accurate intermediate and on sideline throws. Excellent touch on deep passes. Quick delivery that should get more repeatable (gets a bit loose at times) this year. Arm strength is good and will get much better when his lower body mechanics sync with his upper body. Has command of his offense and plays better in pressure situations. Great size. Winner.
SET UP AND POCKET AWARENESS - 10 (76) 56
7
-quickness to release from under center into three-, five-, or seven-step drops with mobility and foot quickness with balance
+
-chin on shoulder for backside awareness
+
-mobility in pocket to elude and avoid...hitch, hitch slide and throw
+++
-feel pocket pressure
++
-strength in pocket
++
-does he know when to run/throw
+
-roll out left and right
+
-square shoulders on the move
+
-does he drift in the pocket?
No
FIELD VISION/DEFENSE AND COVERAGE RECOGNITION - 10
7
-pre snap defensive reads/ability to identify the Mike linebacker, low safety or corner from slot and change protection
+
-blitz recognition
0
-ability to audible or change play at the line of scrimmage
+
-finding primary and secondary receivers
++
-coverage recognition on the move
++
-quick and accurate reads
++
-proper progression
++
-timing
++
ACCURACY AND TOUCH - 10
7
-throwing all types of passing variations, trajectory, and ability to spin ball while taking off some strength
+++
-short: catchable balls thrown where defenders can't make a play, squeeze into window, screen/swing passes
0
-intermediate/long: Stick it on receiver, deep-ball placement, squeeze over linebacker in front of safeties
+++
DELIVERY AND RELEASE - 8
5
-type of release (over ear, sidearm, pitcher release on post leg, elongated motion)?
++
-upper-body passer lacks weight transfer?
0 (needs work)
-foot placement/balance
0
-release quickness
+
-follow through
+
-throw from different platforms?
Yes
ARM STRENGTH - 8
5
-live arm?
Yes
-intermediate velocity/zip
++
-long velocity/zip
+
-tightness of spiral
0
-wind up deep?
No
-balls lose interest?
No
LEADERSHIP AND POISE - 6
5
-commands respect, raises expectation while elevating the play of teammates?
++
-composure and the ability to perform in pressure situations
++
-not forcing balls into double or triple coverage
+
-ability and confidence to consistently deliver big plays under pressure
++
-smart decisions in time out management, milk clock before snapping ball
+
-4th quarter
+
BALL HANDLING - 4
3
-hand size
+
-under center transfer
0
-snap in shotgun
+
-selling play action
++
-smooth with eyes downfield
++
-where does the QB hold the ball
+
RUNNING ABILITY- 4
3
-scrambling
++
-ability to run downhill with production
+
-big-play runner
0
-yards after contact
+
POTENTIAL - 10
8
-if utilized in ideal scenario
HEIGHT/WEIGHT - 6
6
-for a particular position
7.5 +Top 5 pick
7.0 - 7.4 Top 25
6.5 - 6.9 Top 50
5.7 - 6.4 Top 100
5.4 - 5.6 Top 150
4.5 - 5.3 UDFA
