Garrett Grayson QB Colorado State #18
Wt: 220
Size/Athleticism: Adequate height. Strong overall built and can take a hit. Moderate athleticism, but has the mobility to avoid pressure, roll out and will occasionally take off running.
Arm strength/Accuracy: Lacks an elite arm but can make most of the throws. Accuracy is strong on short and intermediate routes, even when he isn’t able to set his feet under pressure.
Footwork/Release: Moves very well within the pocket. Relatively quick feet allow him to avoid pressure by stepping up in the pocket. Footwork is very efficient. Has a slight windup motion, especially when he’s off balance or on the run.
Decision making: Does a nice job keeping his eyes downfield as the avoids pressure within the pocket. Played in an NFL offense at Colorado State which asked him to go through his progressions. Benefits from future NFL WRs (mainly Rashard Higgins) going up against MWC defensive backs. Trusts his receivers to bail him out. Checks down frequently when his initially deep read isn’t there.
Intangibles: Developed by long-time quarterbacks coach Jim McElwain who was previously Alabama’s OC/QB coach prior to taking HC job at Colorado State. Some scouts have questioned his mental ability in terms of handling a playbook. DraftInsider.net reported: “scouts wonder if he can handle a loaded playbook.”
Durability: No known issues.
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Overview: Grayson was developed by former Alabama QB coach Jim McElwain, and it shows. Much like recent Bama quarterbacks Greg McElroy and A.J. McCarron, Grayson has a lot of NFL traits but lacks the physical tools to generate much excitement about his upside. He certainly looks like the type who can carve out a nice career as a backup, but there’s little reason to bring him aboard in hopes of grooming him as a future starter.
