The perceived top quarterback prospects — Alabama’s Bryce Young, Kentucky’s Will Levis and Ohio State’s C.J. Stroud — were sidelined this week as others competed for a conference championship, but that created an opportunity to familiarize oneself with other options.
Here is a look at some of the notable quarterback prospects that were in action last weekend:
Max Duggan, TCU: Stock Stagnant
Stats (31-28 loss vs. No. 10 Kansas State): 18-of-36 passes completed, 251 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT; 15 carries, 110 yards, 1 TD
Duggan laid it all on the line in Saturday’s loss to Kansas State. The opposition was able to pressure him early and often, which likely led to some angst in the pocket. There were moments where it felt like he was anticipating pressure, taking his eyes away from downfield and rushing too early. Duggan took some big hits but always popped back up. He rushed for 110 yards and a touchdown on the day, including this one:
Unfortunately, the undefeated season also essentially came to an end on a Duggan run. His elbow touched down just shy of the goal line in overtime and the team was unable to score a touchdown.
The Wildcats allowed big plays up the seams through the air and on the ground. His downfield accuracy was poor all day, which could have been related to his discomfort in the pocket. On one particular throw, he overthrew a wide open Derius Davis up the seam. On a second play up the seam, he found wide receiver Blair Conwright, but it was dropped. The Horned Frogs had some opportunities but were unable to finish the job. Fortunately, it did not cost them a chance to compete for a championship.
Jake Haener, Fresno State: Stock Up
Stats (28-16 win vs. Boise State): 17-of-27 passes completed, 184 yards, 1 TD; 5 carries, -17 yards
Haener does not have ideal size for the quarterback but he is a gritty player that will fight through injury. He does a good job of working through his progressions and taking the checkdown when nothing else is available to him. The senior is just a savvy player that can manipulate defenses with his eyes. There are moments where he will pre-determine his read and throw into coverage, but he is difficult to defend when playing within structure. Haener showed good awareness sliding inbounds late to keep the clock moving with a 12-point lead. It is easy to envision him hanging around the league for a long time because of his…
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