Under 32.5 Draft Position (-120)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nNot only is his ACL worrisome but his age will make teams a bit weary.<\/p>\n
He is already 25 years old.<\/p>\n
Hooker is a riskier QB but he has the potential to be a starting QB in a timing-based, spread offense.<\/p>\n
Hendon Hooker College Statistics<\/h2>\n
Hooker was named the SEC Offensive Player of the Year in 2022 with Tennessee.<\/p>\n
Below are his stats from 2021 and 2022 with Tennessee.<\/p>\n
In 2021, Hooker had a 68.0 completion percentage, 2,945 passing yards, 31 passing TDs, and three interceptions. He played 13 games in 2021.<\/p>\n
In 2022, Hooker had a 69.6 completion percentage, 3,135 passing yards, 27 passing TDs, and two interceptions. He played 11 games in 2022.<\/p>\n
Hendon Hooker 40-Time & Bench Press<\/h2>\n
Hooker did not perform any tests at the NFL Combine as he continues to rehab from tearing his ACL.<\/p>\n
Hendon Hooker Strengths & Weaknesses<\/h2>\n
Hendon Hooker is a possible first-round QB.<\/p>\n
Below are some strengths and weaknesses of the quarterback.<\/p>\n
Strengths:<\/p>\n
\n- Blends NFL pocket-passer size with dual-threat abilities<\/li>\n
- Rhythmic passer who prefers to keep plays on schedule<\/li>\n
- Good operation time with twitchy release in quick game<\/li>\n
- Patient in allowing route combinations to develop<\/li>\n
- Sticks with delivery regardless of pressure<\/li>\n
- Helps identify protection for running backs<\/li>\n
- Feels edges collapsing and climbs into pocket safely<\/li>\n
- TD-INT ratio of 58:5 in his last two college seasons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Weaknesses:<\/p>\n
\n- Sustained a torn ACL late last season<\/li>\n
- Coming off a major injury as a 25-year-old rookie<\/li>\n
- Struggled when forced to throw on the move<\/li>\n
- Takes on too much contact as a runner<\/li>\n
- Needs to prove he can make window throws to stationary targets<\/li>\n
- Left touchdowns on the field due to inconsistent placement on deep throws<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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