Hutson Mason QB Georgia #14
Wt: 202
Size/Athleticism: Adequate height but lacks ideal bulk. Would probably be more durable if he added some weight. Not a serious threat to run, but not a statue either. He’s effective on roll outs and is capable of taking off if the defense gives him some room.
Arm strength/Accuracy: Above average accuracy on short and intermediate throws. Capable of getting the ball downfield but accuracy is inconsistent. Doesn’t display great touch on his passes. Doesn’t always throw a clean spiral, which hurts his ability to fit the ball in tight spaces and consistent hit timing routes down the field.
Footwork/Release: Strong all around fundamentals. Gets rid of the ball quickly. Looks smooth throwing on the run as well.
Decision making: Does a nice job looking off his intended receiver. Patient in the pocket. Rarely tries to force the ball down the field and knows when to check down or throw it away. Very patient under pressure and will not get flustered with the pocket collapsing around him.
Intangibles: Looks very confident and comfortable running the offense. Appears to know his strengths and limitations. Team captain.
Durability: No known issues.
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Overview: There’s not a whole lot about Mason’s game to get excited about, but he has the basic tools to carve out an NFL career. His best asset is his patience and confidence. He’s willing to stand in the pocket and remain calm under pressure and go through his reads—an area of development in which he’s ahead of many other more talent prospects. He’s shown enough to warrant a late-round pick and he may develop into a solid backup, but he isn’t a guy to bring in with any long-term expectations.
