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Time to get the hype machine in full gear!
First of all let's look at the size of Kevin O'Connell.
6'5 225 lbs. Excellent height to see the field. Solid weight.
http://www.nfl.com/draft/profiles/kevin-o'connell?id=371
Next let's look at what he can do with his feet.
He holds the school career record for yards rushing (1,312) and touchdowns rushing (19) by a quarterback.
That means he can scramble, pick up first downs with his feet when people are covered, and generally be a double threat.
Now let's examine his arm strength.
Arm is strong enough to make all the throws..Nice touch and timing..Is mobile enough to buy time in the pocket and make plays with his feet...Can throw on the run...Hard worker...Very competitive...Team leader...A lot of experience...Has a ton of upside.
http://www.nfldraftcountdown.com/scoutingreports/qb/kevinoconnell.html
Next consider his situation. No pressure to start. Learning at the feet of the master in Tom Brady. Absorbing all those hints and tips like a sponge as he waits for his shot. And he is immersed in a team attitude of winning and hard work that will stay with him the rest of his career. It is picks like this that keep dynasties going. See Montana to Young transition, San Francisco 49ers dynasty. In summary, very solid draft pick that can pay off big down the road.
First of all let's look at the size of Kevin O'Connell.
6'5 225 lbs. Excellent height to see the field. Solid weight.
http://www.nfl.com/draft/profiles/kevin-o'connell?id=371
Next let's look at what he can do with his feet.
He holds the school career record for yards rushing (1,312) and touchdowns rushing (19) by a quarterback.
That means he can scramble, pick up first downs with his feet when people are covered, and generally be a double threat.
Now let's examine his arm strength.
Arm is strong enough to make all the throws..Nice touch and timing..Is mobile enough to buy time in the pocket and make plays with his feet...Can throw on the run...Hard worker...Very competitive...Team leader...A lot of experience...Has a ton of upside.
http://www.nfldraftcountdown.com/scoutingreports/qb/kevinoconnell.html
Next consider his situation. No pressure to start. Learning at the feet of the master in Tom Brady. Absorbing all those hints and tips like a sponge as he waits for his shot. And he is immersed in a team attitude of winning and hard work that will stay with him the rest of his career. It is picks like this that keep dynasties going. See Montana to Young transition, San Francisco 49ers dynasty. In summary, very solid draft pick that can pay off big down the road.