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2011 NFL Draft: Was Jake Locker’s Pro Day Good Enough To Become a First Rounder?

March 31, 2011   ·     ·   Jump to comments

Former University of Washington quarterback Jake Locker took part in the school's pro day Wednesday and the reports are he looked great. Throwing in a controlled environment, to receivers he played with during the season, he completed a stellar 38 out of 40.
Was this accurate display enough to ensure him a first round selection in April's draft?
Coming into the day there was a wide disparity on where he is selected to go. Depending on which report or mock draft you pick he could go as high as the top 15 or as low as the third round.
As has been well documented, the reason for this disparity is his inconsistent accuracy and play during his senior year with the Huskies.
To prepare for the draft he has been working with former Jets quarterback Ken O'Brien in an attempt to assuage scout's fears about his accuracy.
So, did 38-for-40 do that?
It's hard to say what it shows. Remember, this was 38-for-40 against air. There was no defense to read, no pass rush and ...

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