C.J. Stroud, the Ohio St. QB, sits at No. 3 on the consensus board across 29 public boards. The tier model reads him as an impact starter — 64% elite, 24% starter.
Athleticism
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “The question now is how quickly he will acclimate outside of the Ohio State scheme.”
Physicality
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “He’s able to lead receivers with good placement and make on-frame throws to targets on all areas of the field.”
Production Context
NFL Network's Bucky Brooks: “Stroud is the most prototypical prospect of the bunch, as a talented passer and playmaker with the requisite physical traits and tools.”
Sources · 4 · quotes 2
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- Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
- Bucky Brooks, NFL Network
- Lance Zierlein, nfl_com_zierlein
- Bucky Brooks, nflcom_bucky_brooks
“…Two-year starter from a program with a high-octane offense known for creating high-level production opportunities for its quarterbacks. Stroud’s accuracy stands out on tape. He’s able to lead receivers with good placement and make on-frame throws to targets on all areas of the field. The question now is how quickly he will acclimate outside of the Ohio State scheme. Stroud didn’t often attack defenses with his legs,…”
“…Stroud is the most prototypical prospect of the bunch, as a talented passer and playmaker with the requisite physical traits and tools. Although the Ohio State standout did not lean into his athleticism for most of his collegiate career, his spectacular performance against Georgia in the College Football Playoff could encourage coaches to explore his potential as a dual-threat playmaker at the next level.…”
Sourced synthesis from 4 scouting sources, not original film. How these reports are written →