Qualities of an NFL Quarterback

[MHS831]

1. Leadership: Do men follow him? Does he lead by example? Do people listen to him and trust him? Does he know how to handle celebrity? Does he say the right things to the press? (Peyton Manning, Joe Montana)

2. Arm Strength: Can he make all of the throws and get the ball there quickly? Does he have a touch as well? (John Elway)

3. Quick Release: How long does it take to get rid of the pass after the decision has been made? (Dan Marino)

4. Decsion Making: Can he read the defense? Does he find the open WR? Does he go through his progressions without taking sacks? (Tom Brady, Marino)

5. Instinct: Does he feel pressure and instinctively step out of harm's way without panic? Does he know when throw it away and know when to run? Is he always aware of the game situation and the game plan? (Brees, Elway, Montana).

6. Accuracy: Does the hit the reciever in stride? Does he throw them open? Can he place the deep ball where only his teammate can catch it? (Brady, Drew Brees)

7. Intelligence: Does he study film and does it carry over to the game? Does he know his team's limitations and strengths? Does he know the playbook and what everyone is doing on every play? (Manning)

8. Mobility: Is he always a threat to get a first down by running the ball? Does he have good speed? (Michael Vick)

9. Toughness: Can he take a beating and continue to play at a high level? Does he have the size he needs to take the beating? (Brett Favre)

10. Character: Is he a symbol of what men should be? (Brees, Manning, Montana)

How often do college players come out with characteristics that draw comparisions to the great ones in every aspect of the ideal QB? Luck has, and he may just be the most complete talent to come out since Elway. However, not any of the QBs listed above possessed ALL of these attributes, except maybe Elway. I am sure some of you disagree, but the best teams in the NFL have great QBs. Although Luck is not proven, he is our best chance to have a great QB.

Cam Newton fans: This should expose why he will not be a great NFL QB.

[Mvp2014]

He's only a sophmore, imagine how could he could be at 24 years old

[Mvp2014]

I guess its in decision making but I'd say vision is one of the biggest things. How a small guy like Drew Brees sees the field and throws in between the tackles is amazing to me. Some people just cant see the field regardless of height

[Carl Spackler]

Newton made a 100 on your test.

[The Saltman]

he is 6-4 not that small

[House]

You guys are gonna be so fuged if he comes out next year.

At this point, the main reason I want Luck to declare, the Panthers to get the #1 overall, and Luck to be wearing our colors on the podium next to Goodell is because I believe in population control.

Luck being drafted could help completely off-set every child birth in 2011 by mid-November.

[MHS831]

Newton made a 100 on your test.

Newton must have taken it four times and combined the scores.

Vision is a good one that I missed. Brees is a great example. I watched Luck and could not actually tell how much he was reading/going through progressions. Is he doing it without turning his head or is everything predetermined. It is the only possible ***** in his armor.

At 24, Luck may very well be one of the best in the NFL, considering age will start to deteriorate Brady, Manning, and Brees.

[The Saltman]

I havent seen many negatives on luck, only thing I see is experience and a long wind up before his quick release.

[MHS831]

You guys are gonna be so f**ked if he comes out next year.

At this point, the main reason I want Luck to declare, the Panthers to get the #1 overall, and Luck to be wearing our colors on the podium next to Goodell is because I believe in population control.

Luck being drafted could help completely off-set every child birth in 2011 by mid-November.

WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? WE ARE F**ked NOW!

[MHS831]

I havent seen many negatives on luck, only thing I see is experience and a long wind up before his quick release.

Yeah, he kinda drops the ball to his waist while dropping back. His deep ball sails on him. These should be fixable.

[Carl Spackler]

Newton must have taken it four times and combined the scores.

Vision is a good one that I missed. Brees is a great example. I watched Luck and could not actually tell how much he was reading/going through progressions. Is he doing it without turning his head or is everything predetermined. It is the only possible ***** in his armor.

At 24, Luck may very well be one of the best in the NFL, considering age will start to deteriorate Brady, Manning, and Brees.

Tell me what Newton doesn't have out of that list.

[House]

WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? WE ARE F**ked NOW!

You are destined for disappointment.

Most of you people are comparing this kid to some of the greatest QB's that ever played the game. You are expecting him to come and be great.

The truth of the matter is that, the most that 90% of you know about him is that his college coach and some National Media types said he was really good.

Is Luck going to be a good QB in the NFL? Probably.

Is he going to come in and be one of the best right off of the bat? No.

If he gets stuck playing behind this OL is he fuged? Yes.

Is his long wind-up and delivery going to be a MAJOR factor on whether he has success in the NFL, like make or break type factor? YES.

Most of you guys that are hyping this kid are heading for a severly disappointing 2011.

[MHS831]

Tell me what Newton doesn't have out of that list.

What does Vince Young not have on this list?

I was kidding about Newton, but he simply relies on his supreme athleticism too much for me. Newton has been criticized for his lack of intelligence, his delivery, and his character, something nobody seems willing to address right now. His stock is ascending, and I was very impressed with him vs. SC. However, does he have the experience in a pro style offense. He is a stud and has all the physical tools. I have no real negatives on him, just question marks.

[Carl Spackler]

What does Vince Young not have on this list?

I was kidding about Newton, but he simply relies on his supreme athleticism too much for me. Newton has been criticized for his lack of intelligence, his delivery, and his character, something nobody seems willing to address right now. His stock is ascending, and I was very impressed with him vs. SC. However, does he have the experience in a pro style offense. He is a stud and has all the physical tools. I have no real negatives on him, just question marks.

People who have criticized him for lack of intelligence don't know him. Cam and I have several mutual friends and the times I've talked to Cam he's no idiot. No genius, but no idiot. Character? You'd be better off dissing Cecil's, not Cam's. Cam made what can only be described as an immature, stupid decision when he was at Florida. Just idiotic. Doesn't make him an idiot though.