Jimmy Clausen Scouting Report - Page 4

'Hamas' Jenkins · 03-09-2010, 06:32 PM

Height: 6-2⅝ | Weight: 222 | 40-Time: 4.75

Official Bio

Strengths:
Good height and bulk --- Arm strength is more than adequate and can make all of the necessary throws --- Great throwing mechanics with a quick delivery --- Super accurate passer with terrific touch, timing and anticipation --- Very smart with an excellent football IQ --- Knows how to operate under center, recognize blitzes, read coverages and go through progressions --- Takes care of the ball --- Able to buy time in the pocket with his feet --- Can throw on the run --- Tough and will play through pain and injuries --- Is confident with a fiery field presence and ice water in his veins --- Hard worker --- Media savvy and has proven that he can handle the spotlight --- Experienced --- Superb bloodlines.

Weaknesses:
Borderline cocky and entitled with a personality that rubs some people the wrong way --- Not a great athlete --- Can be overly cautious and too quick to check down, throw the ball away or take a sack --- Has to windup to really zip the ball --- Floats the deep ball at times --- Might not have a ton of upside --- Is still maturing --- Durability is a concern.

Notes:
Was a three-year starter for the Fighting Irish --- Brothers Casey and Rick both played quarterback at Tennessee --- Started getting national media attention in middle school and was labeled the "LeBron James of College Football" --- Was a celebrated recruit who won just about every prep award and honor imaginable --- Began working with highly-regarded quarterback guru Steve Clarkson in the 8th grade then spent three seasons under the tutelage of offensive mastermind Charlie Weis in college --- Underwent surgery to repair a minor injury to the elbow on his throwing arm in 2007 --- Played through a painful toe injury in 2009 that eventually required surgery to repair a couple of torn ligaments following the season --- Voted a captain by his teammates in 2009 --- One of the most prolific passers in Notre Dame history despite only playing three seasons --- Made major strides in the leadership department as a junior, showing a much better on-field demeanor and taking his team on a number of impressive game-winning fourth quarter drives --- Extensive experience running a pro style system, a factor which can't be underestimated in this day and age of the spread offense --- Was essentially groomed to be an NFL quarterback from a very young age and has somehow managed to live up to sky-high expectations in the face of intense scrutiny --- The worry is that some of the Jay Cutler-esque qualities of his personality could begin to take their toll in the locker room if he lands in a bad situation or with a dysfunctional franchise --- A polished signal caller with an outstanding pedigree and all of the tools to be a top-notch starter at the next level.

Chiefnj2 · 03-10-2010, 08:23 PM

Sanchez played very well for a rookie in the playoffs.

'Hamas' Jenkins · 03-10-2010, 08:33 PM

BCD: Sam Bradford

Hog Farmer: Pigs

Saccopoo · 03-11-2010, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

Sanchez played very well for a rookie in the playoffs.

Joe Flacco approves of this post.

Hootie · 03-11-2010, 07:11 AM

THE ONLY thing that bothers me is Rick and Casey...

Why is Jimmy so much better?!

That scares me.

I'm a big fan of DNA...

Hootie · 03-11-2010, 07:14 AM

for instance...

a thimble of Archie Manning semen is priceless if you ask me...

if I ever get married...I would give my life savings for one thimble...

that's proven shit right there!

KCrockaholic · 03-11-2010, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

He helped????? They had the #1 rated defense and #1 rated run game and if it wasn't for the Colts taking the last few weeks off they wouldn't have even made the playoffs! That's not helping, that hindering a team.

Sorry to poke at you, but I can't believe some people fall for the Hamas/Mecca propaganda BS about how we missed out on a franchise QB because he happened to get drafted by a good team and he would have been the #1 pick this year because Jackie Legg over at NFL forums.com said so. They need to prove themselves right based on promoting him last year. Based on his performance last year, if you through him back into the pool of players for this years draft he would be the 3rd QB off the board. Tim Tebow can put up a freaking 63 QB rating on that loaded ass team this year.

FTR, me talking about Sanchez having a decent rookie year has nothing to do with Mecca or Hamas. I still like Stafford way more than Sanchez, and I don't think Sanchez is a good QB yet, but he took his team to the AFC Championship game and didn't choke.

BigCatDaddy · 03-11-2010, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by kcrockaholic4life

FTR, me talking about Sanchez having a decent rookie year has nothing to do with Mecca or Hamas. I still like Stafford way more than Sanchez, and I don't think Sanchez is a good QB yet, but he took his team to the AFC Championship game and didn't choke.

He didn't take jack, he got taken along for the ride. That would be like saying Trent Dilfer lead the Ravens to the superbowl. Just in the future when referencing QB's that had great rookie seasons try avoiding guys that had a QB rating of less then 65 and your point won't be lost.

KCrockaholic · 03-11-2010, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy

He didn't take jack, he got taken along for the ride. That would be like saying Trent Dilfer lead the Ravens to the superbowl. Just in the future when referencing QB's that had great rookie seasons try avoiding guys that had a QB rating of less then 65 and your point won't be lost.

The only person who lost my point was you. And I don't care too much about that.

BigCatDaddy · 03-11-2010, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by kcrockaholic4life

The only person who lost my point was you. And I don't care too much about that.

Hurt, my feelings are.

Maggot Brain · 03-13-2010, 11:25 AM

Jimmy Clausen reminds me of Blair Kiel. A good ND QB but suspect as a pro.

BigCatDaddy · 03-13-2010, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Maggot Brain

Jimmy Clausen reminds me of Blair Kiel. A good ND QB but suspect as a pro.

Mayock said he compares favorably to Mark Sanchez, but he can't see him been taken with the 4th pick by the Redskins.

Ralphy Boy · 03-13-2010, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

It's totally incomparable, but I was huge on Sanchez early last year. The upside alone puts him head and shoulders above IMO. Bradford was smart not coming out last year if he actually gets picked first.

That's a big "if". I think he could have just as easily gone ahead of Stafford last year. His injury early this season was huge and could have cost him a fortune. He should consider himself very lucky to still be in consideration for the #1 pick this year.

Ralphy Boy · 03-13-2010, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by The Meat Dragon

THE ONLY thing that bothers me is Rick and Casey...

Why is Jimmy so much better?!

That scares me.

I'm a big fan of DNA...

I'm just not a fan of Clausen. It probably has more to do with his brothers than it should. The kid seemingly has it all and I don't know why else I'm not higher on him than I am. Maybe its the hair and the attitude, maybe its a combination of that and what you already mentioned.

Sully · 03-13-2010, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Ralphy Boy

I'm just not a fan of Clausen. It probably has more to do with his brothers than it should. The kid seemingly has it all and I don't know why else I'm not higher on him than I am. Maybe its the hair and the attitude, maybe its a combination of that and what you already mentioned.

That's silly.
You don't think the majority of players in the NFL have brothers you've never heard of?

**DeezNutz** · 03-13-2010, 03:41 PM

"We had Jimmy rated very highly, but the hair was the deal breaker."

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03-10-2010, 08:33 PM	#47
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03-11-2010, 07:11 AM	#49
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