Russell Wilson

[melbar]

Watched QB camp with Gruden and was very impressed. Would love to get him in the 3rd. I think he has potential to be special. Height is the ONLY reason he isnt top 10. Anyone else see him much?

CBSsports

Analysis
Accuracy: Was the nation's most efficient quarterback in 2011, earning a 191.78 QB rating -- over 22 points higher than the next highest rated QB from a pro-style offense (Andrew Luck) … Showcased the ability to consistently throw receivers open versus single coverage as a senior, demonstrating impressive improvement in this area from his time at NC State … Delivers a tight spiral that is easily tracked and caught. Typically hits his receivers in stride whether on zipped crossing routes, touch passes dropped over the top of defenders or line drives leading receivers out of bounds on the deep out.

Arm Strength: Arguably Wilson's most impressive trait, especially considering his lack of ideal size. Can easily make every NFL throw, showing the ability to drive the football to the sideline on a line from the opposite hash. Can send the ball 40-50 yards downfield with a flick of his wrist.

Setup/Release: Efficient set-up and delivery of the ball. Experienced taking snaps from under center and shotgun. Drops back quickly and shows good rhythm and timing despite limited experience playing with Wisconsin's receivers, planting his back foot and driving the quick slant. Has a quick, over the top release and does an excellent job of finding clear passing lanes from which to throw.

Reading Defenses: Cerebral quarterback who is rarely fooled by coverage. Makes strong pre-snap reads and demonstrated improvement as a senior in manipulating the defense with his eyes and legs. Shows good poise in a muddy pocket, stepping up to avoid the rush and challenging linebackers to either commit to stopping him from scrambling or dropping off to cover receivers behind them. Is more than willing to scramble but does a nice job of keeping his eyes downfield until the last possible second.

On The Move: Very good elusiveness and speed for the position but his most impressive trait may be his vision. Anticipates pressure well and does a nice job of forcing the defense to commit and taking advantage of the weakness exposed once they do. Very good mobility for bootlegs and roll outs, showing good accuracy and arm strength to fire passes downfield.

Intangibles: Voted a team captain at NC State and Wisconsin … Attempted 379 passes between interceptions -- the longest streak in NCAA history -- over a two year span of 13 games in 2009-10. Finished his collegiate career 30-20, including 11-3 as a senior … Wilson was drafted in the fourth round of the 2009 MLB draft by the Colorado Rockies. The second baseman hit .229 with five home runs and 26 RBIs in the Northwest and South Atlantic leagues. Wilson notified the Rockies in January 2012 that he will pursue playing in the NFL over baseball … Good bloodlines. His father, the late Harrison Wilson III, played football and baseball at Dartmouth and spent time on the San Diego Chargers' practice squad …

[suds79]

I've seen Wilson play several times. I think he has plenty of game. I think some team will be able to draft him in rounds 4 or 5.

Unfortunately I don't think he'll ever be seriously considered to be a teams #1 guy because he's 5'11. Might be stupid or unfair but that's the reality.

Even if a starter were to get hurt and Wilson goes in, a team would look to put that starter back in or draft a 6'4 QB the next year.

Basically he'll never be taken seriously.

[Titty Meat]

Too small.

[Saul Good]

I'm a huge fan of his, but I'd be surprised if he gets drafted at all.

[Frosty]

If Wilson were 2 inches taller, he would still barely be 6' tall (measured under 5'11" at the Senior Bowl). I just don't see it happening.

[brorth]

Originally Posted by melbar

4th or 5th is where he's considered NOW. But Im sure you know more than cbs sports, lindys, Hodge, and Mayock....

out of curiosity, Which factor do you feel is holding him back? The highest QB rating in all of college fb, mastering of 2 pro systems, team leadership, above average ARM, bowl game victory, pinpoint acuracy, team captainship, best in college td to int ratio......? What exactly are you looking for here?

I don't see how anyone could root against this kid.
Discussions ad nauseam about QBs and the "it" factor.
We know Matt Cassel doesn't have "it".
Russell Wilson is freaking covered in "it".

[buddha]

He does have "it".

Wilson's the type of guy you bring in as a FA and see if he can earn a spot. There is nothing compelling about him that would make you believe that he's going to be Drew Brees.

[Nightfyre]

Originally Posted by buddha

He does have "it".

Wilson's the type of guy you bring in as a FA and see if he can earn a spot. There is nothing compelling about him that would make you believe that he's going to be Drew Brees.

When I watch him, it is clear to me that he has all the tools, including between the ears, except for height. Drafting him in the fourth makes total sense to me. In fact, I think I like that plan more than drafting tannehill at 11.

[buddha]

I'm not sold on Tannehill at all. I never have been. Perhaps that's because I've seen him play too much. Missouri used to carve that guy up every year. He has nice skills and size, but something is missing.

Fourth round is pretty high for a QB who is 5-10...he doesn't have that much IT. Just my opinion. I wouldn't be upset if we got him later than that.

[Nightfyre]

I think the nice thing about wilson is that you wouldn't need a lot of time to develop him. Just however long it takes him to pick up the system. Plus investing a fourth doesn't preclude you from trading back in the first and picking up ammo for a first round qb next year if the gm thinks it isn't working out. I also could realisticallly see wilson starting after the bye if his height is sufficient.

[melbar]

Hodge and schlereth pointed out that linemen in their stance are about 6 in. Shorter, and his line was averaging 6ft 6. Schlereth also pointed out Flutie was pretty small when he blockded for him in the pro bowl...
If you never give shorter guys a shot, of course there are going to be less success stories. How many size prototypes have changed in the NFL over the last 10 yrs? Just took one guy to succeed. This guy anticipates lanes well, and has all the tools to possibly overcome if given the chance.

[whoman69]

I threw him out as a 6th a couple of months ago and got roasted for it. He was pretty poor in senior games.

[Fat Elvis]

The guy is going to be a steal for whoever picks him up. I hope it is us.

[buddha]

Originally Posted by Fat Elvis

The guy is going to be a steal for whoever picks him up. I hope it is us.

A steal in what round? I promise you nobody would consider him a steal in rounds 1-3.

[Fat Elvis]

Originally Posted by buddha

A steal in what round? I promise you nobody would consider him a steal in rounds 1-3.

I have him going to us in RD4 in my mock.

[El Jefe]

Originally Posted by buddha

A steal in what round? I promise you nobody would consider him a steal in rounds 1-3.

Truth.