Scouting Profile: Colorado State QB Garrett Grayson
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Garrett Grayson
Position: QB
School: Colorado State
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-2
Weight: 210 lbs.
Age: 23
Pro Day Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.72 sec |
| Bench Press | N/A |
| Vertical Jump | 34.0 inches |
| Broad Jump | 121.0 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 6.97 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.35 sec |
* 40-yard dash time is unofficial, not electronically timed
Strengths
- Excellent deep-ball thrower. Can heave it down field without sacrificing accuracy and puts it in a place where only the receiver can catch it.
- Uses play action well to freeze defenders in coverage, allowing receivers to gain separation.
- Good pocket awareness. Uses subtle footwork to avoid pressure and to buy himself time.
- Steps up in the pocket consistently and doesn't panic in the face of pressure.
Weaknesses
- Needs to put more zip on throws for shorter and intermediate routes.
- Floats the ball too often, putting his receivers in harm's way.
- Slow release of the ball. Could be vulnerable to more interceptions in the pros as defensive backs will be able to telegraph his throws quicker.
- Not a good runner. Won't pick up much yardage on the ground and can't salvage a broken play with his legs.
NFL player comparison: Sam Bradford
Both pivots utilize a unique throwing motion and still manage to get the job done. Bradford possesses better touch in the short-passing game, but the two move similarly when navigating around in the pocket. Hopefully Grayson can avoid the injuries that have plagued Bradford throughout his career.
Ideal fit: Washington Redskins
Redskins head coach Jay Gruden clearly has no confidence in any of the quarterbacks on his roster and would be wise to draft someone he can groom. This will likely be Robert Griffin's last shot to prove himself worthy of being the guy. Grayson wouldn't have to start right away and could get a good grasp of the offense before taking over if RG3 falters.
Draft Projection: Round 3