Nick Foles
Arizona
Ht. 6-5 Wt. 245
Arm Strength: The Michigan State-transfer possesses one of the strongest arms in the draft. That’s the good news and bad news. He is capable of making every throw on the football field. However, he has a tendency to overthrow receivers and throw the ball into coverage.
Accuracy: His quick release helps his accuracy. If he misses it’s usually high which can lead to interceptions. Foles’ accuracy is above average and when he is able to set his feet and stride into the throw he rarely misses.
Athleticism: Foles lacks elite foot speed and often doesn’t feel the pressure from the backside. He does well with his pocket mobility and isn’t a complete statue but can’t make plays with his feet.
Intangibles: Foles is an experienced starter at Arizona and possesses good leadership skills. He is a good decision maker but appears to struggle in grasping complex defensive systems. Major concern of his football IQ at the next level. Often seems unsure of where he is going with the ball before the snap which leads to mistakes. He is noted by coaches and teammates as a hard worker in the film room and is usually the first to arrive and last to leave the practice field.
Bottom Line: Foles has some solid skills to be an NFL quarterback. Most believe he will be an early day two pick. My concerns with his football acumen and inability to throw when the pocket isn’t perfectly clean lead me to believe he is a developmental prospect that should be drafted in the 3rd/4th round range.
Draft Projection: Foles is a fifth round prospect that will likely move up with the lack of depth. He could go as high as round three with the floor being round four.
SEASON
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CMP
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ATT
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YARDS
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COM %
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TD
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INT
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SACKS
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RATING
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2011
|
387
|
560
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4334
|
69.1
|
28
|
14
|
23
|
145.6
|
2010
|
286
|
426
|
3191
|
67.1
|
20
|
10
|
23
|
140.9
|
2009
|
260
|
409
|
2486
|
63.6
|
19
|
9
|
11
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125.6
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2008
|
5
|
8
|
57
|
62.5
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0
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0
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0
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122.2
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