Garrett Grayson-QB-Colorado State | Page 2

Phoenix49ers · 2014-12-08T09:25:46-08:00

So while we're all freaking out about quarterbacks, let me throw my hat into the ring. Out of what I think is a very weak QB class, Grayson is one of my favorite QB's right now. He quietly has become one of the very best quarterbacks in college football. He owns pretty much every single passing record at CSU. There's nothing fancy about him, physically he's not really notable in any way but he's got decent arm strength, shows good decision making in the pocket, has enough mobility to move around and get away from the pass rush. His accuracy throwing the football has been improving, his footwork still leaves something to be desired but by all accounts he does possess good intangibles and strong leadership skills. If he was to be able in the 3rd or 4th rounds, I'd say he's worth a look but any earlier than that and I would think that it is reaching. He still has a bit of work to do, particularly in regards to his footwork, he also has a tendency to stare down his receiver at times but he's definitely more along the lines of a typical pocket QB. If nothing else, I could see him being a pretty good backup QB. One thing I really love is that no matter what he's doing, he's pretty much always keeping his eyes downfield, he has enough mobility to take off and run, but he's always looking to throw the ball, to find someone open, he reminds me of Rodgers in that regard. He can run and make plays with his feet, but he opts to wait to make the pass instead.

Dec 11, 2014 at 2:35 PM

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LZRD_WZRD
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The more I watch him, the more his lack of going through progressions bothers me. Every highlight he either locks onto a receiver or ignores half of the field. Now his decisiveness and confidence in his receivers I think is good. But still, he seems like a one-read QB to me. I see 5th round at best

Dec 11, 2014 at 2:56 PM

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I like Grayson a lot as a mid-round prospect. I think you've hit on all the pluses. Just very tough to get too excited about mid-round or later QB prospects. For every Tom Brady there are a million Spergon Wynns and even Giovanni Carmazzis.

I think your point about it being a weak QB class is on the money.

The only QB prospect in this draft that really excites me is Jameis Winston--and to a lesser extent Brett Hundley. Mariota could be a huge success as well in the right system (read: Philly).

Hundley is raw, but all the tools are there and then some.

Winston is just incredible. Despite the off-field nonsense (most of which has been a trumped up media witch hunt) and his first half struggles, he makes several throws every game that just leave you speechless. Very rare to see a young guy with his ball placement skills and ability to throw receivers open. On top of that, it's very difficult to get him on the ground in the pocket and he's a threat when he leaves it. Obvious rape jokes aside, he has a lot of Ben Roethlisberger in his game.

Jan 22, 2015 at 5:27 PM

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Chris Burke Senior Bowl Day 3

Wouldn't be surprised if several teams leave Senior Bowl week with Garrett Grayson as the top QB here. Seemed to improve each day.

Jan 23, 2015 at 7:49 AM

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It's time to play Smokescreen or Not, with your host Trent Baalke!

"Niners Nation ‏@NinersNation 45m45 minutes ago According to @draftcampbell, 49ers may have met with Colorado State QB Garrett Grayson"

Jan 23, 2015 at 9:37 AM

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Originally posted by niners_guy:
It's time to play Smokescreen or Not, with your host Trent Baalke!

"Niners Nation ‏@NinersNation 45m45 minutes ago According to @draftcampbell, 49ers may have met with Colorado State QB Garrett Grayson"

Not sure why this would be shocking, it would be entirely reasonable for the 49ers to draft a QB this year.

Jan 23, 2015 at 9:43 AM

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After watching him 4x this year, and how he helped Colorado State, I'm convinced.. he could WILL be a player in the NFL..

Russell Wilson II

Jan 25, 2015 at 1:04 PM

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The things I like about Grayson are his good arm, leadership, intelligence and a winning attitude. I think he'd be worth drafting. I also like Shane Carden, the kid from East Carolina. Mannion wasn't all that impressive yesterday at the Senior Bowl.