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Mark Schofield’s RSP NFL Lens: Trubisky, Mariota and When Mechanics Matter
Matt Waldman’s Rookie Scouting Portfolio writer Mark Schofield reveals the critical balance in quarterbacking when analysis of mechanics matters and when it doesn’t. When do mechanics matter? We are headed into draft season, that wonderful time of the year when the traits of hundreds upon hundreds of potential professional football players are scrutinized and debated,…
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The NFL Lens: “Separation” with Marvin Jones
Matt Waldman’s Rookie Scouting Portfolio delivers an NFL Lens segment with Marvin Jones and Desmond Trufant to illustrate what “open” looks like at the professional level. When I first began evaluating NFL prospects, didn’t know anyone with NFL connections or experience. However, it only made sense that I use the players “who got there” as the…
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The NFL Lens: Anticipation and Touch with Drew Brees
The only facets of ideal quarterback play where I couldn’t use Drew Brees as a model are a rocket arm and height. I have a much broader range of acceptable traits with my quarterback scouting than most. Learn why. Quarterbacks are time travelers. The ball represents the present. Where they want the ball to go…