Since the Redskins like Miami players so much it remains possible that the 3rd string QB the team is looking to develop could be Kyle Wright. Wright was the #1 recruit in the country during his senior year of high school and to this day he still has all the tools to succed as an NFL QB including size, arm strength, and good feet. If Zorn feels like he can help Wright turn the corner then look for the Skins to take him with their 7th round pick.
Kyle Wright
QB | (6'3
", 218, 4.849) |
MIAMI (FLA.)
Scouts Grade: 30
Flags: (D: DURABILITY) Player that can't stay healthy
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Strengths: Possesses good height, decent bulk and room on his frame to get bigger. Footwork is sound and is smooth setting up. Displays a strong arm, puts good zip on downfield passes and can make all the necessary throws in the NFL. Shows above-average ball skills and sells play fakes well on play-action. Has quick feet, is an above average athlete and flashes the ability to buy time in the pocket. Mobile enough to get out of the pocket and appears comfortable throwing on the run. Is tough and has bounced back from more than his fair share of hits.
Weaknesses: Inconsistent and has yet to reach his physical potential. Indecisive, holds onto the ball too long and takes too many hits as a result. Doesn't show great poise in the ace of pressure and needs to learn when to throw the ball away. Delivery mechanics are inconsistent. Has a tendency to windup and overall release quickness is below average. Locks onto receivers, fails to see the entire field and misses too many open receivers. Lacks elite top-end speed, isn't going to make many defenders miss and isn't much of a big-play threat when scrambles. Sustained a thumb injury on his throwing hand that required surgery in 2006 and slowed by ankle as well as knee injuries during the 2007 season so durability is a concern.
Overall: Wright was redshirted in 2003. In his first three seasons at Miami (2004-'06), he appeared in 23 games (21 starts) and completed 337 of 566 pass attempts (59.5 percent) for 4,058 yards, 26 touchdowns and 17 interceptions. In 2007, he played in 10 games (eight starts) and completed 141 of 241 pass attempts (58.5 percent) for 1,747 yards, 12 touchdowns and 14 interceptions. He also ran for 66 yards (0.8 average) and three TDs as a senior. Wright broke his thumb in 2006 and missed the team's final four games of the season. Last year he missed one game (and was hampered in others) because of knee and ankle injuries. Wright has enough physical tools to succeed in the NFL, including good size-potential, a strong arm and enough athleticism. However, he never was able to put it all together at the collegiate level and, from what we've seen on film, he may lack the instincts his position requires. Wright projects as a late-round pick or rookie free agent.
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