Instead of a football, could Ricky Stanzi be handing off a clipboard for the Patriots in 2011?
For the next ten days, until the 2011 NFL Draft is upon us, we’ll be going over ten positions that the Patriots might look at. We’ll give you who the Patriots should choose early, late (snooze), or not at all (refuse).
Chime in with your choices in the comments section.
QB / RB / FB / WR / TE / OT / OG / OC / DT / DE / HYB / OLB / ILB / CB / S
Ricky Stanzi, QB, Iowa (Senior)
Height: 6’4″
Weight: 220
Projection: 4th-5th Round
Last Updated: September 4th, 2010
Strengths: Prototypical measurables – Elite leadership and intangibles - Unshakably confident – System experience is a huge plus – Effective on play-action and other fakes - Good arm strength – Improving accuracy - Throws very well on the run.
Weaknesses: Throwing mechanics from the pocket need work – Doesn’t step into every throw – Footwork and balance need tuned – Has a tendency to lock onto a receiver – Tries to fit the ball into tight spaces a bit too often – Decision making needs work.
Combine:
2009 Stats:
56.3% Completion, 2417 Yards, 17 Touchdowns, 15 Interceptions
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