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Nebraska quarterback Tanner Lee (13) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Northwestern in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
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Tanner Lee NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Jacksonville Jaguars' Pick

Matt Miller
Apr 28, 2018

POSITIVES

โ€”One-year starter at Nebraska and 2016 Scout Team Offensive MVP.

โ€”Has rare arm strength and displayed it at the Senior Bowl and during the combine.

โ€”He has the second-strongest arm in this class behind only Josh Allen.

โ€”He has experience working under center, in a pro-style offense, which will help his cause.

โ€”Offers fairly solid mechanics and delivery while being able to fit the ball into tight spaces with his big arm.

NEGATIVES

โ€”Turnovers are a major problem.

โ€”Poor at picking up blitzes and does not keep his head downfield when pressured.

โ€”When pressured, Lee will throw off his back foot and try to test defenders too often with his arm. The defense often won that battle.

โ€”Tries to win with his athleticism and hasn't developed anticipation.

GRADE: 5.40 (7th Round)

PRO COMPARISON: Logan Thomas, Buffalo Bills

OVERALL

Lee declared for the NFL draft instead of staying in Lincoln for the Scott Frost era and may struggle to be drafted after a shaky final season and poor showing at the Senior Bowl. He's a developmental flier type.