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Photo of Adam Tafralis
Grade
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  • 4.78 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 32.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 7.14 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 4.33 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 6'1" Height
  • 223LBS. Weight

Overview

Late developing passer whose improvement in poise and accuracy gave scouts reason to consider him in the late rounds or free agency. A gritty player who offered to switch positions two years ago because he was disappointed in his own performance, Tafralis showed significant improvement each of the past two seasons. Despite his development, there remain legitimate concerns about his arm strength and ability to escape pressure.

Analysis

Strengths

Positives: Better football player than his measureables would indicate. ... Has improved significantly over the past two seasons. ... Has enough arm strength to zip short and intermediate passes and flashes good accuracy at these levels. ... Quick set-up and delivery. ... Developed into a respected leader after early struggles with his confidence. Negatives: May be a product of this system. ... Lacks preferred height for the position. ... Marginal arm strength overall. ... Can zip the 10-15-yard passes, but has to build up for deeper throws, leading to some floating passes that will be intercepted in the NFL. ... Marginal agility to avoid the pass rush and buy time in the pocket. ... Took most of his snaps for the Spartans in a shotgun formation and may lack the athleticism to quickly adapt to a more traditional drop-back passer.
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Grade Title Draft (Round) Description
96-100 Future Hall of Famer Top Pick A once-in-a-generation type prospect who could change how his position is played
85-95 Immediate Starter 1st An impact player with the ability/intangibles to become a Pro Bowl player. Expect to start immediately except in a unique situation (i.e. behind a veteran starter).
70-84 Eventual Starter 2nd-3rd A quality player who will contribute to the team early on and is expected to develop into a starter. A reliable player who brings value to the position.
50-69 Draftable Player 4th-7th A prospect with the ability to make team as a backup/role player. Needs to be a special teams contributor at applicable positions. Players in the high range of this category might have long-term potential.
20-49 Free Agent UDFA A player with solid measurables, intangibles, college achievements, or a developing skill that warrants an opportunity in an NFL camp. In the right situation, he could earn a place on a 53-man roster, but most likely will be a practice squad player or a camp body.
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