QUARTERBACK EVALUATION CRITERIA
Physical Characteristics:
Height = 6030 (min 6004)
Weight = 220 (min 205)
BP@225 = 17
10-yard = 1.63
20-yard = 2.77
40-yard = 4.85 (5.20)
VJ = 30.0
BJ = 9-0
20-shuttle = 4.30
3-cone = 7.25
QB Critical Factors:
Leadership, accuracy, football intelligence, toughness, poise, arm strength and character.
What to look for:
Instincts and mental awareness – see the field, understand coverage, read defense, judgement and decision-making, protect the ball and avoid turnovers, poise under pressure, timing and anticipation of throws, locate secondary receivers.
Competitiveness – leadership (confidence, demeanor, body language, rapport with teammates, character), physical and mental toughness, intensity, poise under pressure, work ethic.
Accuracy – short, medium and downfield passing; anticipation, timing, touch, velocity, precision and ball placement for receivers.
Mechanics – quickness of setup, stature, base and footwork, fluid and quick release, release point, consistency.
Arm Strength – velocity, zip into tight windows, tightness of spiral, deep out, ability to throw downfield.
Productivity – Completion percentage, TD-to-INT ratio, yardage, protect the ball (avoid fumbles).
Mobility – Feel and avoid pressure, move within pocket, scramble, run for positive yardage.
Special Teams – Other contributions beyond position.