Will Grier NFL Draft 2019: Scouting Report for Carolina Panthers' Pick
STRENGTHS
—Mature leader who has grown and learned from mistakes that led to his dismissal from Florida.
—Went toe-to-toe with Kyler Murray and the Oklahoma defense in 2018, showing his ability to play big in big games.
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—Puts good air and touch on his deep balls so that receivers can make plays. Can also reach back for a little more velocity when needed.
—Moves well in the pocket and doesn't evade too early. Will stay in and take his licks.
WEAKNESSES
—Inflated production in the high-powered West Virginia offense. Many teams will want to question pre-snap reads with him on the board.
—Slow, elongated motion allows defenders to jump routes.
—Tries to fit the ball in tight windows but lacks the arm talent.
—Had a poor showing at the Senior Bowl and the combine before turning in a good pro day.
OVERALL
Will Grier has a gunslinger's mindset with a game manager's tools. And that does not mean he won't be a successful starter in the NFL. But he will have to take fewer chances and learn how to play within his skill set. He brings a maturity and an eagerness to prepare that most quarterbacks will not have as rookies, and he would be best suited as a Round 3 or 4 guy who can sit and develop while providing solid spot starts in his career.
GRADE: 5.90 (ROUND 4 — BACKUP CALIBER)
PRO COMPARISON: Case Keenum
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