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Originally Posted by Lotus
No. The major knock on Foles is that he does not have a strong arm. On this criterion comparisons with Cutler fail.
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Maybe Scouts Inc isn't always right but I can't imagine that if they're wrong that the amount of arm strength wouldn't fall too far from the elite category.
Release/Arm Strength - 1 - Possesses a compact ¾ release. Flashes ability to change release point if necessary.
Prototypical arm strength and can make all the necessary NFL throw as well as drive the ball down the field vertically.
The real knock is the mental part of his game.
Mental Makeup - 3 - "Comes from a majority spread offense although does take snaps from under center in pro-style sets. A one tempo quarterback that is very effective when pre-snap read is right and first option come available.
Decision making becomes inconsistent when having to get to 2nd or 3rd option, though. Displays a good feel for game situations, however, poise is just average and shows some panic when protection breaks down. Lacks the necessary anticipation at this point and needs to see WR come open which can cause him to be late with throws. Flashes the toughness to sit in and make throw when knowing he's going to get hit.
1 = Exceptional 2 = Above Average 3 = Average 4 = Below Average 5 = Marginal