Game Tape 101: What Traits, on Film, Define an Elite NFL QB?

June 5, 2012   ·   Alen Dumonjic   ·   Jump to comments

Despite what the media says, elite quarterbacks are few and far between. There simply aren't many elite quarterbacks in the NFL, and as a matter of fact, you can count them on one hand (in no specific order): Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees.
But what characteristics do these four quarterbacks have that separates them from others and puts them in "elite' status?
It's their uncanny ability to fit throws into tight windows with great velocity, the ability to maneuver in the pocket ever so slightly to evade a pass-rushing demon, their consistency within every drop-back, their incredible accuracy and their cold-blooded ability to make throws on third and longs to move the chains while a defender is barreling down on them.
That's what makes them elite. 
 
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