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Jayden Daniels Scouting Report - 2024 NFL Draft
Jayden Daniels is our QB2 for the 2024 NFL Draft. In this Jayden Daniels Scouting Report, we will provide you with film-based analysis, strengths, weaknesses, ideal scheme fit, player comparison, and a brief fantasy football rundown.
Jayden Daniels Scouting Report
Jayden Daniels made himself more money than anyone in college football in 2023. The Heisman winner had one of the most remarkable statistical seasons in college football history, and that's vaulted him into top-ten discussions in the 2024 NFL Draft. Daniels consistently improved throughout his college career, progressing as a passer while maintaining a high level of rushing ability. His mechanics are tight and compact, allowing for a quick release and adequate arm strength. He is supremely accurate as a deep ball thrower, making the most difficult throws look like 40+ yard handoffs. As a runner, Daniels is electric. He's more advanced in the open field than most prospects over the last decade, and his running style is similar to Lamar Jackson's. However, he runs with more physicality, which could easily be framed as a weakness considering Daniels' build. Daniels isn't perfect. Anticipatory throws often escape him, and his eyes remain slow as he works through progressions. Pressure will force his eyes down and off his receivers, though his scrambling ability immensely lessens that downside.
Strengths in Jayden Daniels Scouting Report
- Deep ball accuracy and ball placement.
- Acceleration and rushing ability.
- Careful with the football.
Weaknesses in Jayden Daniels Scouting Report
- Lacks anticipatory throws.
- His build and play style combination invite injury concerns.
- His eyes tend to drop when he's put under pressure.
Ideal Scheme Fit
An aggressive Air Raid offense that simultaneously incorporates read options and designed quarterback runs would be perfect for Daniels.
2024 NFL Draft Round Projection
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The Fantasy Football Rundown
Daniels possesses a high rushing ceiling and is a capable passer; he will score fantasy points when on the field.
Film Breakdown and Scouting Report
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