Tua Tagovailoa | QB | Alabama
Height | 6-1
Weight | 218
Strengths
Tagovailoa is quite the prospect as a dual-threat quarterback who wins from the pocket. The former five-star quarterback recruit shows poise in the pocket despite what is happening around him in terms of pressure. He goes through his progressions with ease to find the open man, rarely lowers his eyes when he feels pressure.
He shows adequate arm strength at the quarterback position. While not possessing a cannon for an arm, Tua has more than enough in his arm to challenge defenders down the field. He stands with a good base while rarely if ever panicking under pressure. Does well with resetting his feet and pulling his quick trigger to get the ball out to his playmakers.
As with any dual threat quarterbacks, Tagovailoa gets out on the edge and extends plays. His first reaction isn’t to tuck the ball and run but more of extending the down and allowing his wide receivers to get open. In today’s NFL, this is a huge part of the game and what the best young guns do at the next level.
Weaknesses
The biggest concern for Tua will be his durability. This past season, Tagovailoa’s season ended with a hip injury that required surgery. This will be a huge reason why team’s will be hesitant will calling his name in the NFL Draft. With the question being what is the shelf life for Tua?
Decision-making will come under scrutiny at the next level, as he can make some unnecessary throws that often will end in turnovers. The tight-window throws leave a lot to be desired. Tua will need to work on protecting the ball in the NFL with high risk throws and preventing fumbles. When running the ball, he will need to keep two hands on the ball.
Bottom Line
It is a hot button issue at this point, had it not been for the hip injury that he sustained in the season, Tagovailoa would be in the running for first overall selection. His medical re-check will be huge but he has all the tools to be a top quarterback in this class.
Projection: Top 15
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