Please No QB

[Formula 21]

WEBBJO

[Coachmarkos]

I'm hoping if they take one... round 3-ish... that it's Peterman.

Not because I'm a fan of his, but because of the J. Peterman jokes.

[Formula 21]

QB
Nathan Peterman
Pittsburgh ACC
Photo of Nathan Peterman
Combine Results
Grade
5.74
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4.82 SEC
31.0 INCH
110.0 INCH
7.14 SEC
4.31 SEC

6'2"
Height
32"
Arm Length
226LBS.
Weight
9 7/8"
Hands

Overview

A highly-recruited passer coming out of Florida, Peterman signed with Tennessee to get a chance to play SEC football. He had to feel snake-bit in Knoxville, however, since he didn't make it through his first start as a redshirt freshman or sophomore. Peterman played in four games in 2013, but broke his hand in his first start and never regained that spot (10-23, 45 yards, two INT). The next season, he was benched after two series in his only start and then was replaced by Joshua Dobbs -- who didn't let go of the reins. Peterman played in seven games that year (10-20, 49 yards). He earned his degree in only three years, however, so he transferred to Pitt to finish his career. Peterman started 11 games in 2015 (2,287 yards, 20 TD, seven INT) and held the job as a senior (2,855 yards, 27 TD, seven INT, 60.5 completion pct.)
Analysis
Strengths Smooth, quick set-up in pocket. Grips the ball with big, 10-inch hands. Poised in pocket and takes the hit to deliver a completion. Will set-up, slide and then re-set before making his throw. Can cut it loose from off-balance angles from bootleg or play-action if he sees a winning option break open early. Full field reader. Works all the way through his progressions. Shoots glances at safeties to keep them in check. Strong natural accuracy. Able to throw receivers open and lead them away from danger. Can pinpoint passes to moving targets in his intermediate work. Has enough arm to work field side, intermediate throws. Great vision. Sees passing windows before they develop. Throws with outstanding timing and anticipation. Can put the ball on receivers' hands as soon as they come out of a break if coverage dictates it. Utilizes accuracy and anticipation to challenge windows on all three levels. Won at Clemson hanging five touchdown passes on their talented stop unit. Good escapability and can extend drives with his legs. Excellent deep ball accuracy completing 46.2 percent of his deep throws.
Weaknesses Inconsistent delivery base causes some throws to sail. Has instances where he short strides and is forced to muscle it to his target. Will float some throws on seams and dig routes. Will have to be mindful to drive the ball on pro level to avoid the ballhawks who are lurking at safety. Has to prove he has enough arm to challenge the same tight windows he did in college. Ball handling a little sluggish in wide receiver screens, hitches and most RPOs (run, pass option). Wants to play hero-ball at times. Needs to learn when to air-mail throw and move to next play rather than trying to get too cute with sideline throws. Can improve overall touch.
Draft Projection Round 3-4
Sources Tell Us "I like him. He made me a believer when I watched him against Clemson. I do want to see him throw live and get a feel for how the ball comes out. I never saw him in person and you can't get a feel for that stuff on tape." - NFC Director of Personnel
NFL Comparison Kirk Cousins
Bottom Line Peterman's experience in a pro-style passing attack gives him a head start headed into the league. His physical attributes are just average, but his accuracy, composure and anticipation are what sets him apart from some of the more physically gifted quarterbacks in this year's draft. Peterman's tape is sure to catch the eye of at least a few teams in need of a quarterback and he should come off the board by day two with a chance to become a solid starting quarterback in the future.
-Lance Zierlein

Sounds like a Rivers' clone to me.

[Formula 21]

I'm hoping if they take one... round 3-ish... that it's Peterman.

Not because I'm a fan of his, but because of the J. Peterman jokes.

J Peterman walks into a bar.....

[Coachmarkos]

J Peterman walks into a bar.....

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[chargerkdb]

Sounds like a Rivers' clone to me.

Actually I think he looks similar to Drew Brees. Peterman tore Clemson a new one. Mike Williams had 15 catches for 200 yds in that game.

[Maverick]

Actually I think he looks similar to Drew Brees. Peterman tore Clemson a new one

Agreed....I think of Peterman as more like Brees, & Webb as more similar to PR.

[Bearded14YourPleasure]

I'd rather take a QB next year.

[chargerkdb]

I'd rather take a QB next year.

Next year should be stacked. Unfortunately we will be drafting in late 20's

[Maverick]

Next year should be stacked. Unfortunately we will be drafting in late 20's

32, bayyybeee!

[chargerkdb]

32, bayyybeee!

You don't think NFL will actually let's us host a conference title game in the StubHub mini stadium. Nope, we will have to road win our way to title

[Formula 21]

I'm not advocating for a qb, but it won't be any easier to get one next year.