Bryce Young offers upside by being able to clean up some of his lower body mechanics and finish out the consistency in his lower half. I think it’s very clear that Young is a superstar budding at the next level – a phenom with incredible tools and skills. He’s a playmaker and flashes the most extraordinary anticipation and ball placement on throws out of any quarterback in this class. That being said, his body concerns are very concerning, especially with his lack of size and frame. If Young can hold up and stay healthy, he should be a very good quarterback in the NFL.

Offers upside by being able to clean up some of his lower body mechanics and finish out the consistency in his lower half. I think it’s very clear that Bryce Young is a superstar budding at the next level – a phenom with incredible tools and skills. 

The tight shot gives you an idea of just how impressive Bryce Young’s fourth TD pass against Kansas State was. pic.twitter.com/20xhvSwhPc

— Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid) January 2, 2023

Has stayed healthy outside of a shoulder in 2022 that forced him to miss a game. Does offer some more serious concerns going to the next level because of his lack of size and frame. 

Bryce Young’s scouting report

Quarterback Ability (65)

Arm Talent: 20

• Arm Strength (8.5/10) – Very good arm. Pushes the ball downfield easily with velocity. Effective range is probably 50-55 yards. Can throw off of his back foot, but not nearly as effective while doing this. 
• Touch Ability (4.5/5) – Throws a beautiful touch ball. Has great velocity adjustments. Throws a very catchable ball. 
• Release (5/5) – Very good release. Quick, compact, and smooth. Is very aware of his lack of size and tries to release the ball at a higher point, especially when under pressure, to get the ball over the defenders and it throws his rhythm off.  Can work around defenders and throw from multiple arm slots. 

Accuracy/Placement: 25

• Accuracy (13/15) – Ridiculous accuracy. Uncanny accuracy at times. Throws players open with anticipation. Excellent timing thrower. 
• Placement/Vision (8/10) – Excellent placement. Throws receivers open routinely. Even when he’s late with the throw, he makes up for it with his placement. 

Pocket Presence: 10

• Pocket Positioning (4.5/5) – Positions himself well in the pocket. Pocket composure is good, holds himself up well. Takes some massive hits to get the ball off in time. 
• Pocket Maneuverability (4.5/5) – So good at making defenders miss and manipulating the pocket. 

Footwork: 10

• Consistency (3/5) – Has a tendency of trying to force the football off his back foot. Does show a good base, though, and typically steps through the throw very well. 
• Quickness (4/5) – Very solid foot quickness. Moves very well. 

Athleticism (20)

Mobility: 12

• Outside of the pocket (6/7) – Excellent mobility to get outside of the pocket and oftentimes is looking to throw before he runs. Very elusive and creates a lot of space/time with his movement. 
• Downfield Ability (4/5) – Effective runner downfield, very athletic and slippery, but doesn’t run often. Prefers to work outside of the pocket and find a passing play downfield. 

Improvability: 8

• Natural Improvability (4/4) – Excellent improv quarterback. Gets to his finest work when he has to create working in the scramble drill. Throws uncanny balls and has unbelievable field vision in this area of his game. 
• Play Extension (3/4) – Shows the ability to extend plays with relative ease. Seems to prefer going to the scramble drill but can definitely keep things alive with his movement.

Intelligence (15)

Football IQ/Field Vision: 10

• Football Intelligence (5/5) – Very intelligent quarterback who clearly understands a lot about the game. Knows how to use his eyes to manipulate defenders. Already working through full-field progressions with relative ease.
• Ability to read pre-snap (4.5/5) – Reads pre-snap well. Has a command of the line of scrimmage, constantly making protection adjustments. 

Overview: (92.5) – Top 5