2010 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Sam Bradford

Strengths:

Good size with room to add some bulk

Peyton Manning-like accuracy

Outstanding job of anticipating routes

Solid arm strength

Capable of making all the throws

Smooth, consistent spiral

Textbook footwork and can drop back if asked

Great decision-maker since freshman year

Understands timing

Well versed in progression reads

Experienced

Very quick release

Ridiculous level of production

Sells play action

Places ball in stride of receiver

Will step up in pocket

Decent athleticism

Throws pro routes and has been under center more than given credit for in career

Strong leader and good character

Weaknesses:

Toughness really hasn't been tested at this point in his career; never seen pass rush

Arm strength is good, but he will struggle to fit ball in tight windows if he doesn't make very quick decisions

We really do not know if he can make throws on the run yet

Doesn't make any jaw-dropping throws

Doesn't have Stafford/Sanchez level of upside

Is never really forced out of pocket

Summary: The statistics are there and he has operated in a pro-style offense as a freshman. He does throw pro routes, however, he WILL get nitpicked. Matt Leinart was nitpicked. Aaron Rodgers was nitpicked. Brady Quinn was nitpicked. Bradford won't have any challenges this season, so scouts and draftniks will find the flaws. Bradford is a top-20 pick, but don't be shocked if he doesn't go as high as we expect (Top 5) next April.

Player Comparison: Eli Manning. Like Eli, Bradford lacks the elite arm, but he is a superb decision-maker with great accuracy and decision-making. Both have limited upside.

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