Carr's Prospect Corner: Tyjae Spears Scouting Report

Tyjae Spears (RB-Tulane)

Age: 21 (22 when drafted)

Height: 5’9”

Weight: 201 LBS     

24/7 Sports Composite: 0.8416 (3-Star)

Injury History: Torn ACL 2020

Accolades:

• AAC Offensive Player of the Year (2022)

• First Team All-AAC (2022)

NFL Combine:

• 125” Broad Jump (87th percentile)

• 39” Vertical Jump (91st percentile)

High School

Tyjae Spears played his high school football at Ponchatoula High School in Louisiana. Spears in his senior season, totaled 1,800 yards from scrimmage and 18 touchdowns. After Spears received some offers, Spears decided that he would commit to Tulane as a three star recruit.

Freshman

Spears saw very little action in his true freshman season. In four games in which he appeared in, Spears totaled 325 yards from scrimmage and 2 touchdowns. Spears earned his eligibility to redshirt.

Redshirt Freshman

At the start of his redshirt freshman season, Spears saw action in three games for the Green Wave. In those three games, Spears totaled 304 yards from scrimmage and 2 touchdowns. Unfortunately, Spears suffered a torn ACL and missed the rest of the season in a game against Southern Miss.

Redshirt Sophomore

Spears returned back from his injury looking to make an impact. Spears didn’t disappoint as Spears would establish himself as the lead back over the course of the season with 1,008 yards from scrimmage and 9 total touchdowns. Spears over the last three games of the season, would carry the ball 57 times for 479 yards and 4 touchdowns. 

Redshirt Junior

Spears finished the previous season scorching hot. This momentum would carry with him throughout the course of his redshirt junior season as Spears would finish with the 5th most rushing yards (1,586) and the 2nd most rushing touchdowns (19) in the FBS. Spears would be named as the AAC offensive player of the year and Tulane would have one of its best seasons in program history as they would finish with a 12-2 record. Spears would forgo another year he had of eligibility and declare for the NFL Draft. 

Strengths

• Has some explosiveness to his game. He’s got some real burst/acceleration and his speed is evident on film. However, it’s not quite on the elite level due to not finishing some runs. 

• He has the ability to make people miss in the open field. Great juking/cutting ability. 

• Has very good change of direction ability and works great in short areas.

• Although he didn’t have quite the passing game production, he has shown ability in that facet of the game. Looked really good running routes during the NFL Combine.

Weaknesses

• Although has a couple of 30+ carry games under his belt, he is a smaller back which limits him being a workhorse back at the next level.

• Has average vision. Can be hesitant to pounce on holes.

• His contact balance isn’t the best due to small size. Can get stood up by linebackers and safeties.

• Lack of strength makes him not a great runner between the tackles.

• Has some very good pass pro reps, but he also has some very bad reps. Technique can be a lot better.

Overall

Tyjae Spears is a fun player to watch on tape. I love his open field ability and he has a lot of plays where he jukes players out of their socks. I want to see him featured more in the passing game where I think he can be a very nice asset for a team. Add in that he is a player with some real burst, he will stick in the NFL. I don’t think he’s a player who will be a workhorse back at the next level. He will need to get stronger in order to be a better player between the tackles.

I think Spears will be best in a committee backfield with a higher ceiling than most RB2s. I think with how his journey to the draft has gone so far, he will be a player that I think either goes in round 3 or round 4.

Carr’s Grading System:

9.5-10: The Perfect Prospect. No holes in their game with the expectation they become the best player at their position. Future HOF lock.

9.0-9.4: This player will be a top 5 player at their position in the future. Multiple all-pros in their future.

8.5-8.9: This player becomes a top 10 player at their position. Pro Bowls in their future. 

8.0-8.4: Above average starter. First round talent.

(BOB) BOOM OR BUST

7.5-7.9: Average NFL player. Dependable starter Round 2-3 player

7.1-7.4: Below Average NFL player. Will be a rotational piece, a backup, or depth player. Round 4 or later player.

6.5-7.0: Bust, undrafted player, practice squad or special teams player.

6.4 or lower: Stay Away at all costs

Grade: 7.6 (Average NFL player. Round 2-3 player)

Player Comparison: Tony Pollard/Chase Edmonds

Potential Fits/Destinations: Giants, Panthers, Bengals, Patriots

Carr's Prospect Corner: Jahmyr Gibbs Scouting Report

Jahmyr Gibbs (RB-Alabama)

Age: 20 (21 when drafted)

Height: 5’9”

Weight: 199 LBS     

24/7 Sports Composite: 0.9652 (4-Star)

Injury History: Tweaked Ankle 2022

Accolades:

• Second Team All-American (2021)

• First Team All-ACC (2021)

• Second Team All-SEC (2022)

NFL Combine:

• 4.36 40 Yard Dash (97th percentile)

• 1.52 10 Yard Split (85th percentile)

• 33 ½ inch Vertical Jump (41st percentile)

High School

Jahmyr Gibbs played his high school football at Dalton High School located in the state of Georgia. After his junior season where he would rush for 1,431 yards and 20 touchdowns, the three star recruit at the time would commit to stay home and play for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. But after his senior season where he ran for 2,554 yards and 40 touchdowns, Gibbs started to receive more offers from big time schools that included Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. Gibbs ultimately decided that he would stay loyal to Georgia Tech and play for the Yellow Jackets the next year.

Georgia Tech

Gibbs spent two seasons with the Yellow Jackets. In 19 games, Gibbs would run for 1,206 yards and 8 touchdowns. Gibbs also added 59 receptions for 768 yards and 5 receiving touchdowns through the air. Gibbs made an impact with the Yellow Jackets from the jump and he was an incredible weapon for a team that lacked much talent on their offense. Gibbs decided that he would enter himself into the transfer portal in hopes of going to a better situation.

Alabama

Luckily for Gibbs, one of the teams who were vying for his services even when he was a high school recruit came calling in the Alabama Crimson Tide. The Tide the season prior had lost Brian Robinson to the NFL Draft and had a wide open spot for the lead back role in Tuscaloosa. Gibbs would transfer to Alabama and have his best season yet. Gibbs would compile a total of 1,370 yards from scrimmage and 10 total touchdowns. Gibbs felt like that he had done enough to feel comfortable with declaring for the NFL Draft, which he did after the season.

Strengths

• One of the fastest players in this entire draft. He has the ability to take any carry to the house. He erases tackling angles and easily can split defenders with how fast he is. Can go from 0-60 in a blink of an eye.

• He is a versatile weapon. Phenomenal in the passing game, can run angle routes, can line up in the slot.

• Very hard to tackle in the open field, he’s very shifty and can make defenders miss with juke moves.

• His vision is also good, can make cuts and find the holes well.

Weaknesses

• He only has a few 20+ carry games under his belt, and doesn't profile as an every down back (199 pounds).

• Isn’t particularly strong, doesn’t quite bounce off of defenders as often.

• Has a tendency to not take the opportunities to cut runs inside, likes to bounce runs to the outside when he can because of his speed.

Overall:

Jahmyr Gibbs is an explosive weapon that a lot of teams would love to have on their roster. I do question if he can handle a full workload at the next level with his size, but this is a player who any smart play caller can have a field day with creating mismatches. His speed is out of this world and when you have a player who has that home run ability, he’s going to be a great addition to any offense. If he can prove that he can take on 230+ carries at the next level, then a team would be getting a steal in the 2nd round of the NFL Draft. 

Carr’s Grading System:

9.5-10: The Perfect Prospect. No holes in their game with the expectation they become the best player at their position. Future HOF lock.

9.0-9.4: This player will be a top 5 player at their position in the future. Multiple all-pros in their future.

8.5-8.9: This player becomes a top 10 player at their position. Pro Bowls in their future. 

8.0-8.4: Above average starter. First round talent.

(BOB) BOOM OR BUST

7.5-7.9: Average NFL player. Dependable starter Round 2-3 player

7.1-7.4: Below Average NFL player. Will be a rotational piece, a backup, or depth player. Round 4 or later player.

6.5-7.0: Bust, undrafted player, practice squad or special teams player.

6.4 or lower: Stay Away at all costs

Grade: 8.1 (Above average starter. First round talent)

Player Comparison: Dalvin Cook (if he can handle the workload) or CJ Spiller (if not)

Potential Fits/Destinations: Eagles, Bills, Cardinals, Saints

Carr's Prospect Corner: Bijan Robinson Scouting Report

Bijan Robinson (RB-Texas)

Age: 21

Height: 5’11”

Weight: 215 LBS     

24/7 Sports Composite: 0.9928 (5-Star)

Injury History: Dislocated Elbow 2021, Neck Strain 2021, Shoulder 2022

Accolades:

• Doak Walker Award (2022)

• Unanimous All-American (2022)

• First Team All-Big 12 (2021, 2022)

NFL Combine:

• 4.46 40 Yard Dash (85th percentile)

• 1.52 10 Yard Split (85th percentile)

• 37” Vertical Jump (81st percentile)

• 10’4 Broad Jump (85th percentile)

High School:

Bijan Robinson played his high school football at Salpointe Catholic High School in Arizona. Robinson set multiple state records with his career 7,036 rushing yards and 114 touchdowns. Robinson in his senior season would put up godly numbers when he ran for 2,235 yards and 28 touchdowns on only 126 carries (17.7 YPC). Robinson went on to win the Arizona Gatorade player of the year and was selected to play in the 2020 All-American Bowl.

The 5-star recruit and the #1 overall running back prospect in the nation would receive multiple offers but chose to continue his playing career with the Texas Longhorns.

Freshman:

Robinson would backup Keontay Ingram for the first half of the season, but after Ingram suffered a high ankle sprain then after opting out for the rest of the season, Robinson had been given his opportunity to be the team’s starter. Robinson in the final six games of the season would rush for 636 yards and 4 touchdowns. His two best performances would come against Kansas State and in the Alamo Bowl against Colorado. Robinson would combine for 355 rushing yards and 4 rushing touchdowns on 19 carries in those two games. Robinson would be named as an honorable mention for the Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the year and would finish his freshman year with 703 rushing yards and 4 rushing touchdowns.

Sophomore:

Robinson would now have an opportunity to be the team’s starter for the entire season. He did not disappoint as in 10 games, Robinson accumulated 1,127 yards and 11 touchdowns on the ground along with 295 receiving yards and 4 receiving touchdowns through the air. Robinson’s season unfortunately would be cut short due to a season ending elbow injury. Despite the injury, Robinson would still be named to the First Team All-Big 12 team and was also named a semifinalist for the Doak Walker award, and Maxwell Award. 

Junior:

Robinson’s best season of his career came as a junior where he would run for 1,580 yards and 18 touchdowns on the ground along with 314 receiving yards and 2 receiving touchdowns through the air. Robinson would again be named as a member of the First Team All-Big 12 and he finally would win the Doak Walker award as the nation’s best running back. Robinson finished as the Longhorns fourth leading rusher in school history with 3,410 career rushing yards and would later declare for the NFL Draft.

Strengths:

• Elite vision. Robinson not only finds the holes very well, but he can anticipate when holes begin to close and when holes begin to open. Very patient runner.

• Makes it very difficult for defenders to wrap him up with his elite footwork. Makes his cuts and jukes look completely effortless and continuously is able to make defenders miss. (#1 in missed tackles forced in 2022 and #3 in missed tackles forced in 2021 according to PFF).

• He’s a true three down back, Texas used him on wheel routes, screens, slants, and sometimes posts down the field, natural pass catcher.

• Very effective in pass protection. 

• Has great contact balance, not elite but very good. Hard to bring him down when attacking his lower body.

Weaknesses:

• His 40 yard dash time was very good, but on film, it didn't seem like he had elite top-end speed and long speed to finish some runs. Still a very good athlete with very good speed and acceleration, just not quite on the elite level.

• His patience could result in him having a slow start in the NFL having to adjust to its speed. Also in college, there were some occasions where his dancing behind the LOS would cost him.

• 539 carries in college, is able to be a workhorse back, but there could be a concern of wear and tear.

Overall:

Bijan Robinson is by far the best running back prospect in this draft class. He’s the prototypical workhorse running back who can play all three downs. His vision and cutting ability are world class and is really almost a complete player. I do think that he will sneak into the first round despite the position being so sought after. He’s just that good of a player.

I don’t think he is a “generational” prospect at the position because of his lack of top end speed at the position, but I think he’s too good for that to really diminish him as a player. He’s going to be a very good running back at the next level and he is one of the best overall players in this draft class.

Carr’s Grading System:

9.5-10: The Perfect Prospect. No holes in their game with the expectation they become the best player at their position. Future HOF lock.

9.0-9.4: This player will be a top 5 player at their position in the future. Multiple all-pros in their future.

8.5-8.9: This player becomes a top 10 player at their position. Pro Bowls in their future. 

8.0-8.4: Above average starter. First round talent.

(BOB) BOOM OR BUST

7.5-7.9: Average NFL player. Dependable starter Round 2-3 player

7.1-7.4: Below Average NFL player. Will be a rotational piece, a backup, or depth player. Round 4 or later player.

6.5-7.0: Bust, undrafted player, practice squad or special teams player.

6.4 or lower: Stay Away at all costs

Grade: 8.9 (Future Top 10 At Their Position, Multiple Time Pro Bowler.)

Player Comparison: Arian Foster with more athleticism

Potential Fits/Destinations: Eagles, Bills, and Cowboys  

Carr's Prospect Corner: Bryce Young Scouting Report

Bryce Young (QB-Alabama)

Age: 21 (22 when he’s in the NFL)

Height: 5’10”

Weight: 204 LBS     

24/7 Sports Composite: 0.9994 (5-Star)

Injury History: AC Joint sprain in 2022

Accolades:

• Heisman Trophy Winner (2021)

• Consensus All-American (2021)

• First Team All-SEC (2021)

• Second Team All-SEC (2022)

High School:

Bryce Young was a high school football phenom. After spending his first two years of high school at Cathedral High School in Los Angeles, California, Young would transfer for his final two years at powerhouse Mater Dei High in Santa Ana, California. Young in his senior season would set the high school football world on fire where he would pass for 4,528 yards and 48 touchdowns. Young would go on to become California’s Gatorade player of the year, USA Times high school offensive player of the year, and the Los Angeles Times player of the year. Young would finish his prolific high school career with 13,520 passing yards and 152 touchdowns and was ranked as the nation’s #1 quarterback prospect. Young originally decided that he would stay home to play for the USC Trojans, but after taking a visit with Alabama, Young would de-commit from USC and commit to further his football career and play for the Crimson Tide.

Freshman:

Young would be the team’s backup quarterback as a true freshman. Young in the nine games where he would come in for relief duties for Mac Jones, threw 156 passing yards and 1 touchdown pass.

Sophomore:

After Jones would declare for the NFL Draft, the keys to the Tide offense now belonged to Young. He would live up to the hype and then some. Young went on to throw for 4,872 passing yards and 47 touchdowns. These marks were the most amongst the power five conferences and second most in the entire FBS. Along with winning all of the quarterback awards, Young would be named as the winner of the Heisman trophy award. This made him the first Alabama quarterback to win the award. The team unfortunately would fall short to the Georgia Bulldogs in the National Championship game.

Junior:

Young was on his way once again to at least having similar production from the previous year, but an AC joint sprain that was suffered against Arkansas, would cause Young to miss a game and would also hamper him for a portion of the season. Young would finish the season with 3,328 passing yards and 32 passing touchdowns. Alabama as a whole would fall short of expectations, as they finished the season with an 11-2 record and ultimately missed the college football playoff. His prolific Alabama career would come to an end and his 8,356 passing yards and 80 touchdowns would rank as the second most all time in school history. Young would later declare for the NFL Draft.

STRENGTHS:

• Elite Anticipation. Throws guys open on a consistent basis. Ball comes out before the receiver is at the top of their route.

• Elite Improvisation. Young is elite at being able to extend the play and create off-script. He’s also very elusive which helps his improvisation. He can scramble and pick up yardage on the ground when needed.

• He’s accurate on all levels of the field. Ball placement is consistently good. He makes throws that allow for the receiver to rack up yards after the catch at a high level.

• Has a NFL arm. He can make throws from the opposite hash and hit some tight windows.

• Despite being a shorter guy, he attacks the middle of the field really well and doesn’t really see a lot of passes batted.

WEAKNESSES:

• Durability is his biggest concern. Weighing in at 204 pounds at the NFL combine helps, but will he play at that weight at the next level? 5’10” would make him one of the shortest quarterbacks in the league. 

• Sometimes his lower body mechanics can be a bit inconsistent which causes some misses.

• Turnover worth plays can happen at times when the pressure gets to him.

• His arm isn’t on the elite level like some of the best in the league.

OVERALL:

Bryce Young is an extremely unique quarterback prospect. His intangibles are off the charts but is far from having the prototypical size at the position. I don’t worry about his level of play at the next level with his physical deficiencies, but I am worried about him remaining durable over the course of the season. Kyler Murray, who he closely resembles with his height and weight, multiple times has gotten injured in the second half of the NFL season.

I don’t think he’s quite the athlete that a Murray or Russell Wilson are nor has the arm strength of those two, but I suspect Young will be a good pro quarterback and he will make a team better.

Carr’s Grading System:

9.5-10: The Perfect Prospect. No holes in their game with the expectation they become the best player at their position. Future HOF lock.

9.0-9.4: This player will be a top 5 player at their position in the future. Multiple all-pros in their future.

8.5-8.9: This player becomes a top 10 player at their position. Pro Bowls in their future. 

8.0-8.4: Above average starter. First round talent.

(BOB) BOOM OR BUST

7.5-7.9: Average NFL player. Dependable starter Round 2-3 player

7.1-7.4: Below Average NFL player. Will be a rotational piece, a backup, or depth player. Round 4 or later player.

6.5-7.0: Bust, undrafted player, practice squad or special teams player.

6.4 or lower: Stay Away at all costs

GRADE: 8.2 (Above average starter. First round talent)

Player Comparison: Shorter Deshaun Watson

Potential Fits: Texans, Colts, Panthers

Carr's Prospect Corner: Will Levis Scouting Report

Will Levis (QB-Kentucky)

Age: 23 (24 when he’s in the NFL)

Height: 6’3”

Weight: 231 LBS     

24/7 Sports Composite: 0.8689 (3-Star)

Injury History: Dealt with shoulder, foot, and finger injuries in 2022

High School

Will Levis played his high school ball at Xavier High School in Middletown, CT. Levis would finish his high school career with 5,419 passing yards and 55 passing touchdowns. His 27 passing touchdowns and 2,793 passing yards are both single season school records. After multiple offers, Levis would commit to play college ball with the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Freshman

Levis wouldn’t have any action in his true freshman season. He was a redshirt behind Trace McSorley, Tommy Stevens, and Sean Clifford.

Redshirt Freshman

Levis would have his chance to win the starting quarterback job, but Sean Clifford would beat him for the job. Levis would be Clifford’s backup for the rest of the season and he would finish the season with only 223 passing yards and 2 passing touchdowns in the games he appeared in.

Redshirt Sophomore

Once again, Levis would serve as Clifford’s backup in his redshirt sophomore season. Levis would finish with 421 passing yards and 1 passing touchdown in the games he appeared in.

Redshirt Junior

With Clifford deciding to return back to the Nittany Lions, Levis knew that he had to find a place where he could be a starting quarterback. Levis entered the transfer portal and it didn’t take long for him to find a place where he could start. Levis would take his talents to the Kentucky Wildcats. He would lead the Wildcats to a 10-3 season and accumulate 2,826 passing yards and 24 touchdowns while also adding 376 yards and 9 touchdowns on the ground.

Redshirt Senior

Levis decided that he would come back to Kentucky for one last year. There was some regression this season as he would only throw for 2,406 passing yards and 19 touchdowns. The Wildcats as a whole would regress with a 7-6 season. Levis would finish his Wildcats career with 5,232 passing yards, 43 passing touchdowns and 23 INT and the NFL Draft process would begin.

STRENGTHS:

• Elite arm strength. Can make every throw on the field, has a quick release, can routinely throw the ball 60+ yards through the air. Can fit balls into tight windows.

• Has the prototypical quarterback build you look for at the next level

• Is a plus athlete who can run QB power, QB draw, and read option plays

• Very tough kid who played through injuries in the 2022 season. Can absorb a lot of contact.

• Can operate the quick passing game offense. Can also make pre-snap adjustments.

• His last two offensive coordinators came from the NFL. (Pro-Style Offense).

WEAKNESSES:

• Unravels when under pressure. Tends to make poor decisions with the ball. 25 INT and 17 fumbles throughout college career.

• Pocket presence isn’t up to par with other QBs in this class. Sometimes doesn’t feel the pressure coming or will move himself into pressure.

• Feels lazy with his lower body mechanics. Feels like he relies too much on his arm strength.

• A lot of throws he would like to have back. Some bad misses.

• Isn’t a very good touch pass thrower. Ball is either under thrown or overthrown most of the time.

• Can be reckless when he starts to scramble. Looks to truck or hurdle defenders rather than preserve his body and slide.

OVERALL

Will Levis feels like a true boom or bust quarterback. NFL scouts will fall in love with his physical tools. He has a high end NFL arm along with having the prototypical size that fits the bill for a modern NFL quarterback. I do think though that for being a guy who will be 24 years old when he starts his career, he has some parts of his game that should’ve already been cleaned up at this point. If there is more room to grow and he can receive some good coaching, we could be looking at a future top 10 quarterback in the NFL. But if there isn’t any progression, we’ll be looking at a guy who would most likely fall flat on his face at the next level.

Carr’s Grading System:

9.5-10: The Perfect Prospect. No holes in their game with the expectation they become the best player at their position. Future HOF lock.

9.0-9.4: This player will be a top 5 player at their position in the future. Multiple all-pros in their future.

8.5-8.9: This player becomes a top 10 player at their position. Pro Bowls in their future. 

8.0-8.4: Above average starter. First round talent.

(BOB) BOOM OR BUST

7.5-7.9: Average NFL player. Dependable starter Round 2-3 player

7.1-7.4: Below Average NFL player. Will be a rotational piece, a backup, or depth player. Round 4 or later player.

6.5-7.0: Bust, undrafted player, practice squad or special teams player.

6.4 or lower: Stay Away at all costs

GRADE: BOB (BOOM OR BUST)

Player Comparison: Justin Herbert (Ceiling) Carson Wentz (Middle Ground) and Jake Locker (Floor)

Potential Fits: Colts, Raiders, Panthers

Carr's Prospect Corner: Anthony Richardson Scouting Report

Anthony Richardson (QB-Florida)

Age: 21 (22 when he starts his NFL career)

Height: 6’4”

Weight: 231 LBS

24/7 Sports Composite: 0.9204 (4-Star)

Injury History: Hamstring strain, knee surgery in 2022 from high school injury

STATS: (Pro Football Reference)

High School

Anthony Richardson played his high school football at Eastside High School in Gainesville, Florida. He would go on to finish his high school career with 4,633 passing yards, 37 passing touchdowns, along with 1,633 rushing yards and 41 rushing touchdowns. Richardson was also a finalist in the Elite 11 tournament. Richardson had offers to play for Boston College, Louisville, Virginia Tech, Penn State, Michigan, Georgia, and Florida. Richardson ultimately decided that he wanted to stay home as he committed to attend the University of Florida to play for the Gators.

Freshman:

Richardson played very little in his true freshman season. He appeared in four games and totaled 61 rushing yards along with 27 passing yards and 1 TD pass.

Redshirt Freshman:

Richardson wouldn’t start his first game until his redshirt freshman season against Georgia but he was still firmly behind Emory Jones at the time. Richardson did get his opportunity to flash as he showcased his elite athleticism. He totaled 401 rushing yards and 3 TDs on the ground and 529 passing yards with 5 TDs through the air in his redshirt freshman season. His opportunity to be the Gators full-time starter would come in his redshirt sophomore season.

Redshirt Sophomore:

After Emory Jones would transfer to Arizona State, Richardson was given the keys to the offense. Richardson would go on to compile 2,549 passing yards and 17 passing TDs, along with 654 rushing yards and 9 rushing TDs. He led Florida to a 6-7 record and a bowl game appearance. Richardson would then forgo his redshirt junior season and enter the 2023 NFL Draft.

STRENGTHS:

• Elite Athlete. He will be a top 7 rushing quarterback in the NFL the moment he is drafted. He automatically makes a team’s running game better.

• Can create from outside the pocket. If the play breaks down, Richardson can play out of structure. Richardson also can avoid sacks very well (sacked only 13 times while being under pressure 142 times according to PFF).

• High end arm strength. He can make any throw on the field. Combine this with the fact he has a quick release.

• Has great pocket presence. Can navigate the pocket and give himself more time to throw.

• Better deep ball thrower than he is a short and intermediate thrower. Has the ability to throw with some touch (although inconsistent).

• He makes full field reads, he has no problem going to his checkdown if nothing else is open down the field.

• Can make throws with anticipation. He has the ability to manipulate defenders with his eyes and throw open his receivers.

• He has a good command of his offense. He can make adjustments pre snap.

WEAKNESSES:

• His lower body mechanics need a lot of work. Doesn’t keep his cleats on the ground throughout the course of the play. Hops around too much. His base is inconsistent. He will need to be coachable in order to improve on this.

• Has below average accuracy on short and intermediate throws (8 passing touchdowns, 7 INT, 10 turnover worthy plays, and a 59.5% completion on throws 0-19 yards down the field according to PFF). Either he sails passes over his intended receivers head, or throw the ball where the receiver needs to make a tough catch. 

• Has a tendency to sometimes bail the pocket too quickly. Florida’s offensive line wasn’t great last year which also could’ve play into this.

• Sometimes has a knack for trying to play too much hero ball although he usually doesn’t put the ball into harm's way.

• Also has a knack of throwing too many line drives.

• Hasn’t played much football. Only started 13 games in his collegiate career.

Overall:

In my opinion, Richardson easily has the most upside for a quarterback in this draft class. He is an elite athlete, has a high end arm, and possesses some foundational parts to his game where he can have a higher floor than normal for a “raw” quarterback. He has some mechanical issues and accuracy issues that really need to be worked on in order for him to reach his full potential, but I think his tools are worth betting on over guys like Bryce Young and CJ Stroud who I both really like too in this class.

Think about who the best quarterbacks in the NFL currently are. Patrick Mahomes was “raw” coming out of Texas Tech but had the physical tools. Same goes for guys like Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, and Justin Herbert. It’s going to take a lot of work if Richardson will ever get to that point, but I’m willing to bet on him becoming the best QB from this draft class.

Carr’s Grading System:

9.5-10: The Perfect Prospect. No holes in their game with the expectation they become the best player at their position. Future HOF lock.

9.0-9.4: This player will be a top 5 player at their position in the future. Multiple all-pros.

8.5-8.9: This player becomes a top 12 player at their position. Pro Bowls in their future.

8.0-8.4: This player will be a quality NFL starter. Potentially a couple pro bowl seasons. First rounder.

(BOB) BOOM OR BUST

7.5-7.9: Average NFL player. Dependable starter but never will reach the level of becoming a top 10 player at their position. Day 2 pick worthy

7.1-7.4: Below Average NFL player. Will be a rotational piece, a backup, or depth player. Day 3 pick

6.5-7.0: Bust, undrafted player, practice squad or special teams player.

6.4 or lower: Stay Away at all costs

GRADE: 8.6 (Top 12 at their position in their future)

Player Comparison: Cam Newton

Potential Fits:

Colts, Panthers, and Raiders