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Grade
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  • 4.83 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 26 REPS
    Top Performer
  • 31.5 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 111.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 7.00 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 4.47 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 6'3" Height
  • 225LBS. Weight

Overview

Larry Wanke from John Carroll University was the last Division III quarterback drafted in the NFL, by the Giants in 1991, and it has been since Augustana College's (Ill.) Ken Anderson led the Bengals in the 1980s that a D-III singal-caller has had any real success. But Boltus, an AP Little All-American pick, has the size and production to be on the NFL draft radar.

He ended up in D-III because he wanted to play in a pass-happy offense right away after transferring following his redshirt season at Albany. Boltus completed almost 60 percent of his passes for more than 3,900 yards, with 46 touchdowns and only 10 interceptions in 2008, which was surprisingly similar to the production during his first three seasons as a starter. Had an arm span of 31 1/2 inches and a hand span of 9 1/8 inches at the combine.

Analysis

Strengths

Positives: Passes the eye test, with all of the raw tools to be an NFL quarterback. Good height for the position and strong builds in the upper and lower bodies. Can throw the ball 65 yards in the air. Strong enough to throw the ball while being brought down. Excellent zip on his passes with a tight spiral and is accurate on short to intermediate throws. Opens up his hips to throw a strong ball to his left. Has the athleticism to throw on the run, move within the pocket or get first downs with his legs. Generally poised on the field. Negatives: Coaches must shorten his delivery, which has a bit of a wind-up, to speed up his release. Raw in terms of his footwork, reading defenses and anticipating throws. Waits until his receiver is open to make the pass. Thinks he can thread the needle into small windows that will close up at the next level. Ball sails when he tries to add velocity. Runs awkwardly on the scramble, holding the ball too loosely. Does not throw accurately on the run, failing to keep his shoulders square. Needs to let off check-down throws and get more air under red zone fades and throws down the sidelines. Productivity came in a lower level of competition, and he must get used to the speed of NFL defenders.
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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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