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Jeff Driskel (Louisiana Tech) - 2016 NFL Draft Pick #207 by SF

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Jeff Driskel - 2016 NFL Draft

College: Louisiana Tech

Jeff Driskel, a quarterback from Louisiana Tech, entered the 2016 NFL Draft with a mixture of potential and questions about his readiness for the professional level. Below is a breakdown of his pre-draft analysis:

  • Physical Attributes:
    • Height: 6'4"
    • Weight: 234 lbs
    • Strong arm capable of making all the NFL throws
  • College Performance:
    • Completed 64.4% of his passes in his senior year
    • Threw for over 4,000 yards and 27 touchdowns
    • Showed significant improvement in decision-making and accuracy
  • Strengths:
    • Excellent mobility for a quarterback, can escape pressure
    • Good size and athleticism, allowing for a strong presence in the pocket
    • Experience in a pro-style offense at Louisiana Tech
  • Weaknesses:
    • Inconsistent mechanics at times, leading to inaccurate throws
    • Needs to improve pocket awareness to avoid unnecessary sacks
    • Limited experience against top-tier college competition
  • Overall Assessment:
    • Driskel was viewed as a developmental quarterback.
    • Teams were intrigued by his upside but cautious due to his inconsistencies.
    • Projected to be selected in the mid to late rounds of the draft.

Driskel had the physical tools and a solid college career to attract NFL teams, but concerns about his readiness for the professional game and consistency in performance left scouts divided on his draft stock.