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Brandstater, Thomas
Brown, Nathan
Cantwell, Hunter
Davis, Nate
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Harrell, Graham
Holbrook, Chase
McGee, Stephen
Sanchez, Mark
Stafford, Matthew
White, Pat
Wilson, John Parker
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| | Player Profile | Nate Davis - Quarterback
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 217 lbs.
Birthday: May 25th 1987
College: Ball State, Junior
High School: Bellaire High School
Birthplace: Bellaire, Ohio
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| Professional Scouting Report | A shorter Ben Roethlisberger crossed with the persona of Jeff Garcia. Davis’ stock really took a hit with his subpar performances against Buffalo and Tulsa, but the throngs of NFL scouts that saw him play against MAC heavyweights Central and Western Michigan saw a QB as talented as any to play in that league. He is ideally suited for a team that needs an eventual replacement QB and not an immediate starter.
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| Strengths | Tough, confident fireballer who was the leader of a major resurgence at a traditionally weak football program. Very strong arm--can throw the ball 60+ yards with zip, and he trusts it. Has the ability and confidence to rifle the ball anywhere on the field and put it where the receiver has the best play on it. Has good mobility and very good agility while scrambling and running with the ball, but he also has a very good sense of when to tuck and run versus when to keep the downfield pass plays alive. Effective when executing designed QB runs, can break tackles and absorb contact. Strong, emotional leader who commands with both words and actions. Good accuracy on intermediate and deeper throws. Exceptional command and efficiency in the red zone.
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| Weaknesses | Showed alarming ball security issues in their last two games, both with fumbles and INTs. Lacks ideal height but also doesn’t play “tall” either--relies on his OL to open up throwing lanes and lines of vision. Faced some thinly talented defenses, and did not fare as well when up against better ones. Has too much faith in his arm at times, will try to force throws into tight spots. Needs to work on touch on shorter throws, especially those across the middle of the field. Inconsistent footwork on delivery, relies too often on his arm and shoulder esp. on shorter throws. Throws the ball with a low trajectory on deep throws. Doesn’t always keep his emotions in check.
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