Guys, there were people on this forum telling me about all the throws Mac could make, too. McCarthy has below average physical skills for a top QB prospect, same as Mac.
We need a QB that is a freak athlete and has the ability to:
1) run to make positive yardage
2) have above average arm strength to throw on the run and off the back foot
3) be willing to take a hit once in a while when running the ball
4) be a leader
See the two scouting reports below for Jones and Maye.
The two negatives with Maye can be easily be fixed.
Mac Jones Scouting report.
POSITIVES
— Shows a good understanding of the intent on a range of concepts. Consistently attempts to get the ball out within the framework of the play, whether it be right as his backfoot hits the top of his drop or after a single hitch. Rarely caught holding onto the ball for too long.
— Polished footwork and mechanics that have maximized his skill set.
— Excellent accuracy both in the pocket and out of structure.
— Adequate arm strength at all three levels, able to attack deep—and all levels—by throwing on time and accurately as opposed to overwhelming arm talent.
— Does a good job of delivering passes however needed. Quick delivery and is able to change arm angles. Will throw short RPOs like he's throwing darts.
— Not an overwhelming athlete but fluid enough to consistently throw while on the move with flashes of startling accuracy.
NEGATIVES
— Has a tendency to "fade away" on his throws, drifting backward at the end of his throwing motion that could lead him to not getting his full throwing power or having balls batted away.
— Can put the ball in harm's way trying to do a little too much. Will "wish" throws open that he determined pre-snap as opposed to progressing.
— Essentially maxed out mechanically. Not much more room for upside.
— Played with an all-star team of talent around him and an aggressive scheme featuring RPOs and shot plays.
— Adequate but limited athlete. Does enough at the college level but won't be able to get away with as much when trying to create a throw at the
NFL level.
Drake Maye scouting report
POSITIVES
— Good athletic ability. Quick for his size, good speed to threaten defenses as a scrambler and designed runner.
— Very good arm strength. Throws with tons of velocity outside the numbers and down the field.
— Great ability to throw off-platform and under pressure. Can rip it when the pocket is cluttered or when he's on the move.
— Great accuracy. Throws well to all three levels and shows flashes of special touch.
— Above-average ability to operate within structure. Plays on time and knows how to get to the checkdown.
NEGATIVES
— Tendency to make bad plays worse. Will run into bad sacks or throw head-scratching interceptions trying to save a play.
— Can struggle to come off his pre-snap read when the picture changes on him post-snap.