Nathan Merriman   6' 2.5" 195lbs. QB 2013

Nathan Merriman is a very good overall athlete with surprising pocket movement and running skills. He has good size and field vision and does an excellent job of surveying the field and working through his progressions, his intelligence and command of the field are evident on tape. He is also one of the few quarterbacks in this class who works well under center and just as well in the shotgun. He has very good feet, a steady drop and quick set up. His pocket presence, ability to sidestep the rush within the pocket and buy second chances is excellent. He keeps his

eyes downfield when rushed and is always looking to make the throw at the last second. However, if the ability to run and make a play with his legs presents itself he can make the play with his feet. He throws well on the move and has the presence of mind to know when to get out of the pocket and make throws on the run, which he is capable of. He has very good touch on fades and go routes. He has a good arm he is very accurate in all areas of the field and can make all the necessary college throws. Release speed is quick enough to beat the rush. His upside is solid and the tools are there to become a top-notch passer at the college level. ..........................        Intangibles                       10 ...    Athleticism                        8      Size                        8   ...  Strength                        8      Quickness                        7      Arm Strength                        8      Speed                        7      Reads                        9      Potential                         9      Technique                         8 Overall score   82

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