Sam Bradford

Sam Bradford NFL Draft Scouting Report

Quarterback

Oklahoma


College Position: Quarterback
School: Oklahoma
Grade: Junior
Height: 6-4
Weight: 223
Birthdate: 11-08-1987
Draft Projection: Mid First
Overall Rank: 16
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Quarterback (2)

Draft Result Drafted in the 2010 Draft by the St. Louis Rams in the 1st round with the #1 pick.
After posting just 6 wins the past three seasons and passing on Matt Ryan and Mark Sanchez in the past two drafts the time was right to draft a franchise quarterback. Sam Bradford has the physical tools, leadership skills and personality to develop into a franchise signal caller who can energize the fan base. Scheme will be the most important part of his development as he does not have experience playing in a pro style offense. As a result, the Rams should consider going to a modified spread attack similar to New England, Denver and Green Bay to maximize his skills and ease his transition to the pro game. Ultimately, how quickly the Rams sign Bradford will determine whether he can play this year or will need to take a redshirt year. Has a high ceiling but durability and his spread background make this a bit of a boom-bust pick.

Strengths
  • Good decision maker - 86 TDs vs 16 INTs in two years as a starter
  • Deceptively strong arm, can fit the ball into tight spots
  • Extremely accurate passer
  • Smart player known for making good decisions
  • Ultimate team player. Turned down at least $40 million in guaranteed money to return to school in 2009

Weaknesses
  • Recovering from shoulder surgery. May not be able to work out until April
  • Throwing motion was already a question mark prior to the surgery
  • Played behind a dominant offensive line in 2008. Struggled against Florida in 2008 BCS Title Game and in limited action in 2009 when facing a pass rush
  • Questions about whether he has the footwork to play under center
  • Below average mobility
  • Coming off his injuries it is important the team drafting him has a solid offensive line

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