09-23-2013, 02:24 AM
Since this will probably be the most exciting part of our season, I thought this would be a great place to start the Teddy Bridgewater countdown. Haters need not post in this topic, as this will be the official home for all poitive Teddy talk leading up to April.
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ETA: 6 Months.
Footage:<a class="bbc_url" href='http://draftbreakdown.com/players/teddy-bridgewater/'> http://draftbreakdown.com/players/teddy-bridgewater/</a>
Scouting:
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Jaguars (1-8)
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ETA: 6 Months.
Footage:<a class="bbc_url" href='http://draftbreakdown.com/players/teddy-bridgewater/'> http://draftbreakdown.com/players/teddy-bridgewater/</a>
Scouting:
Quote:Skill-Set Summary: Bridgewater has an excellent physical skill set and possesses the passing ability to be a starter in the NFL. He has a powerful arm with natural accuracy. From a size perspective, Bridgewater is solid. He isn't as tall as the ideal height,s but he is tall enough and plays at a good weight.<a class="bbc_url" href='http://walterfootball.com/scoutingreport2014tbridgewater.php'>http://walterfootball.com/scoutingreport2014tbridgewater.php</a>
Bridgewater made some astounding throws downfield last year. He was able to fire the ball deep despite getting some pressure and not being able to step into the throw. Bridgewater generally has good ball placement in the intermediate and deep part of the field.
One of the most impressive attributes about Bridgewater as a young player was the improvement he made in ball security. The sophomore consistently made good decisions in 2012 and was not careless with the football. His passing attempts increased from 296 to 419, but he was able to cut his interceptions from 12 to eight. Bridgewater showed nice patience to take what defenses gave him, but didn't hesitate to go downfield.
There are a few areas in which Bridgewater could stand to improve. His footwork could get better for the NFL and it will help his accuracy. He could stand to improve on his anticipation, too, but he has a good starting point and should continue to get better as he gains more experience.
As an athlete, Bridgewater is more similar to Andrew Luck rather than Robert Griffin III or Cam Newton. Bridgewater has good mobility and can pick up yards on the ground, but he looks more natural as a pocket passer.
Bridgewater also seems to have the 'it' factor. He plays his best late in the season and in clutch time. Bridgewater has intelligence and toughness beyond his good passing ability. He even played well while hurt as a sophomore. Bridgewater has upside to develop and clearly his best football is in front of him. He could be an NFL franchise quarterback.