Breaking Down Every Player of the East-West Shrine Game: Quarterbacks

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The East-West Shrine Game comes around once a year and is a game to evaluate NFL prospects. We have seen long list of NFL stars compete in this game. I will breakdown every player in this year's game, starting with the quarterbacks.

East: Pat Devlin Delaware

Pros: Capable of making every NFL throw. Strong armed and can throw bombs with great accuracy. Can move around in the pocket and avoid pressure very well. Sets feet after scrambling. Great ball placement. Only threw three interceptions during the 2010 season. Sets up receivers to get great yards after catch (YAC.) Great throwing motion, gets ball out of hand quickly. Tough player.  

Cons: Very inconsistent, you never know what your getting from game to game. Will take time to develop as an NFL quarterback because he hasn't played in a pro system. Played at an FCS school. Can't read defenses well. Gambles when he should throw the ball away.  

Comparison: Many would compare him to Joe Flacco, but I won't. He would be closer to a poor man's Matt Schaub. Like Schaub, he will need to sit on the bench for a couple of years before starting. 

Bottom Line: I think, if given time, Pat Devlin has pro-bowl potential. He will be a second or third round pick in this year's NFL draft. Could be a HUGE steal for a team if handled correctly. He'll need a good supporting cast to get the job done, but could excel with enough help.

East: Ricky Dobbs Navy

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 11: Quarterback Ricky Dobbs #4 of the Navy Midshipmen drops back to pass during the game against the Army Black Knights on December 11, 2010 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Hunter Martin/Getty Im

Pros: Great work ethic. Great guy. Has the size and athleticism to be a below average running back in the NFL. 

Cons: Has naval comitments. Doesn't translate as an NFL quarterback. Doesn't have a strong enough arm and can't make the throws. Slow release. I'm not going to pile on. 

Comparisons: Seattle Seahawks fullback Michael Robinson. Robinson was the starting quarteback at Penn State before switching to fullback in the NFL. Like Robinson, Dobbs wouldn't be a star, but he might be able to make it. 

Bottom Line: Just will not make it as a quarterback in the NFL, sorry folks. Possible back-up fullback, that's about it. 

East: Tyrod Taylor VA Tech

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MIAMI, FL - JANUARY 03: Tyrod Taylor #5 of the Virginia Tech Hokies rolls out of the pocket against the Stanford Cardinal during the 2011 Discover Orange Bowl at Sun Life Stadium on January 3, 2011 in Miami, Florida. Stanford won 40-12. (Photo by Marc Se

Pros: Improved a ton this year. Is now a much more efficient passer than he was and his stats also improved. Difficult to tackle in open field. Biggest strength is mobility.  

Cons: Struggles throwing the deep ball, more of a west coast type QB. Can rely too much on his legs. Can be inconsistent. Too short. Didn't play in a pro style offense. 

Comparison: I'd make the Colt McCoy comparison. He is an undersized, athletic guy with a good but not great arm. People weren't sure if McCoy would make it in the NFL, but has played well so far. I do think he'll need to develop more than McCoy did. 

Bottom Line: In a few years, I'd say he could be a solid starter, like McCoy. I doubt he'll ever be a top notch NFL QB. Keep in mind that many would say this is optimistic.

West: Nathan Ederle Idaho

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LOS ANGELES - SEPTEMBER 1: Idaho quarterback Nathan Enderle #10 throws a pass against USC at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 1, 2007 in Los Angeles, California. The Vandals were defeated by the top-ranked Trojans won 38-10. (Photo by Kevin

Pros: Very Smart. Played in pro style offense, so won't have a ton to learn. Good with quick, accurate, passes: West Coast QB? Terrific size for an NFL QB. Can read defenses and avoid blitzes. Makes pre-play adjustments and audibles well. 

Cons: Not very mobile. Makes too many mistakes. Struggled against better competition. Average arm strength. Can't throw the deep ball. Has tendency to overthrow receivers. Disguises in defenses confuse him. 

Comparison: Has a few Peyton Manning characteristics, however I'm NOT comparing the two. Maybe Matt Hasselback? To be honest I'm not really sure who to compare Nathan Ederle to. 

Bottom Line: Will probably be able to start from day one, but I doubt he will. I really like this guy and with some seasoning he will only get better. He will go through some growing and may have a bad rookie year. He'll need a patient coach.

West: Jerrod Johnson Texas A&M

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COLLEGE STATION, TX - NOVEMBER 26: Quarterback Jerrod Johnson #1 of the Texas A&M Aggies scrambles for a gain against the Texas Longhorns in the second half at Kyle Field on November 26, 2009 in College Station, Texas. The Longhorns defeated the Aggies 49

Pros: Loads of potential. Very athletic. Pretty fast for his size. Very strong arm. Can take off and run if everything else breaks down. Passes first, runs second. Doesn't make too many mistakes,  threw only nine interceptions in 2010. 

Cons: Has tendency to over throw receivers. Poor accuracy and mechanics. Bad senior year and was benched. Had shoulder problems, which contributed to his benching. Messy footwork. Bad throwing motion and delivery. Locks onto receivers and forces throws to often. Needs to hold ball closer to his body when running. Immature, get frustrated and doesn't take the game seriously. 

Comparison: An extremely raw version of Vince Young.

Bottom Line: Jerrod Johnson is going to need to sit and develop for a number of years. Could be an all-pro, but you'll need to be extremely patient.

West: Scott Tolzien Wisconsin

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PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 01: Quarterback Scott Tolzien #16 of the Wisconsin Badgers looks to pass the ball against the TCU Horned Frogs during the 97th Rose Bowl game on January 1, 2011 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Pros: Decent arm strength. Good velocity on his throws. Good release, gets ball out fast enough. Led Wisconsin to a 21-5 record. Extremely smart player, student of the game. Throws a very catchable ball. Sells the play action fake very well. 

Cons: Athleticism isn't really part of his game. Inconsistent at where he places the ball. Doesn't set his feet causing him to throw off balance. Very thin frame. Most think he'll be a career backup. Game manager seems to be a popular term when talking about Tolzien. Will be 24 as a rookie.

Comparison: Tolzien is of the Jim Sorgi mold, he is best case scenario a Kyle Orton type starter.

Bottom Line: Is looked at as a career backup. However, if he has talent around him and is placed in the right system he could possibly start.  

More To Come!

This is just the begining, I will be giving a scouting report on each and every player competing in the East-West Shrine Game. Giving you a taste (just that) of my Falcons scouting report. I hope you enjoyed. Be on the lookout for the running backs version soon.