Racism Quiz: The Answer Key

[Mr. Scot]

1. Has everything a coach could desire physically, possessing all the tools to develop into an elite passer. Performance tailed off as a junior with a poor supporting cast, but most of his flaws are correctable and his overall skill set will excite good NFL QB coaches.

2. System quarterback with the size, smarts and toughness to develop into a fine pro, but will likely require a few years of seasoning before he is ready. Has some intriguing traits, but is far from a sure thing and will require patient coaching.

3. Would be an afterthought if he did not have a blue chip quarterback's last name. Some team will take a chance on developing him, but he has yet to find any consistency and may never find it.

4. Showed improvement as a decision-maker as a senior under a new offensive coordinator, carrying the offense. Running ability could open up the passing game and ease his maturation. Has enough tools to develop if he continues to work at the craft.

5. Operated out of a simplified passing game that seldom required working through progressions and often allowed predetermined 1-2 reads to be made. Is too jittery when he is forced to cycle through his reads and tends to run at the second flash of coverage or force the ball. Footwork will require considerable refinement. Not a decisive triggerman. Not a natural passer. Will require significant development time.

6. Cut from the same cloth as (two prior busts), possessing an elitist attitude and selfishness that could polarize a locker room and create needless drama that may detract from a team. The defining question of his career is whether he possesses the intangibles and makeup to become a leader and win the respect of his teammates.

7. Has excelled in a system tailor-made to his talents but does not have the mental makeup, toughness or intangibles desired to achieve at the pro level.

[Mr. Scot]

8. Most reads are predetermined and he struggles when he is forced to move through progressions or throw the long ball. Too streaky and can go in the tank when he gets out of rhythm. Struggled versus better competition and fell apart late in the season.

9. Can come off as arrogant and egotistical. Will rub some people the wrong way. How well he can swallow his pride will determine whether he succeeds or not. Would be best suited going to a team with an established veteran who can be a calming influence.

10. A very athletic, quick-footed playmaker who is considerably further in development at this stage than (a predecessor). Might have made a mint at the East-West Shrine Game when he fared well against better competition.

11. Will take time to absorb an offense and need time to be groomed. Long delivery will always allow defenders to prey on his passes. Will require significant patience and his long-term success will hinge on his ability to absorb a playbook.

12. Too often points the finger and lacks humility to accept fault. Struggles to control his emotions and has not yet figured out how to lead. Stubborn and can be resistant to coaching.

13. For as much upside as he has - and it's off the charts - his downside is just as great and he could be out of the league just as fast as he is in the Pro Bowl. A very high-risk, high-reward pick. Whoever drafts him better make sure they properly evaluate his mental makeup and character, or they could set back their franchise at least 3 years.

14. Exudes an air of confidence. Good competitor. Team player with a passion for the game. More of a gamer than a pure passer. A lanky, loose-armed slinger who, if given a chance to develop and grow in an NFL strength program, might return some dividends.

[Mr. Scot]

For the graphically impaired...

01. Black (Josh Freeman)

02. White (Kevin Kolb)

03. White (Jordan Palmer)

04. Black (Dennis Dixon)

05. White (The Golden Calf of Bristol)

06. White (Jimmy Clausen)

07. White (Colt Brennan)

08. White (Chase Daniel)

09. White (J P Losman)

10. Black (Josh Johnson)

11. Black (Andre Woodson)

12. White (Rhett Bomar)

13. Black (JaMarcus Russell)

14. White (Matt Moore)

[Peppers90 NC]

Funny thing is, he is pretty much right on all of these guys.

[Carolina Husker]

So what have we learned today, children.

[firstdayfan]

You have to give him credit...he's been pretty good at predicting success and failure. Especially with Kolb, Russell, and Moore. Very interested in his opinion of Blaine Gabbert. Also, do you know what he thinks of Caleb Hanie...who looked good in the playoffs.

[TheRealDeal]

So is he saying Matt Moore is the business?

[Brandon]

I don't know if it's good that I only missed one...

[Mr. Scot]

You have to give him credit...he's been pretty good at predicting success and failure. Especially with Kolb, Russell, and Moore. Very interested in his opinion of Blaine Gabbert. Also, do you know what he thinks of Caleb Hanie...who looked good in the playoffs.

I'll look Hanie up. I haven't gotten my copy of this year's in the mail yet.

[Peppers90 NC]

So is he saying Matt Moore is the business?

He could be... at the end of 09 you could say this guy is a genius for writing that

[tarheelpride]

I want extra credit for guessing Jamarcus Russell!!!! :mad:

[Brandon]

You have to give him credit...he's been pretty good at predicting success and failure. Especially with Kolb, Russell, and Moore. Very interested in his opinion of Blaine Gabbert. Also, do you know what he thinks of Caleb Hanie...who looked good in the playoffs.

Here is his take on Gabbert:

Was handcuffed by an average supporting cast that did not showcase his immense talents and while he would have benefited from increased snaps at the college level, he clearly possesses long-term starter potential. Will need to learn how to manage, call and check into the run game and develop more sophistication with a pro-style passing tree. Is not a plug-and-play, Day One starter but clearly has phenomenal upside and the football intelligence to learn quickly.

[blackcatgrowl]

So what have we learned today, children.

Well, I learned that Mr. Scot has no clue what racism really is, and goes to great lengths to try and create subjective arguments to try and make light of or downplay racism that is still prevalent in our culture.

Actually, I wouldn't say I learned that, so much as had it confirmed to me today.

[TheRealDeal]

Remember folks, Blackcatgrowl is KTs protege