Brady Cook QB Missouri | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Brady Cook QB Missouri
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 09/20/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.62 seconds (88%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| PLAY STYLE: Mobile Pocket Passer | |
| Last Updated: 09/20/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.62 seconds (88%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 83.1 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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76% |
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| Release Speed: |
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92% |
| Short Passing: |
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73% |
| Medium Passing: |
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80% |
| Long Passing: |
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76% |
| Rush/Scramble: |
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74% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
4th
Overall Rank:
#110
Position rank:
#17
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| College Games: 34 College Snaps: 2108 | ||
ESPN RATING: 75/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 86/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.7 (93%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Michael Pratt - Tulane |
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87% |
| J.J. McCarthy - Michigan |
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74% |
| Desmond Ridder - Cincinnati |
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71% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Brady Cook emerged as a stalwart for the Missouri Tigers in 2023, throwing for 3,317 yards and 21 touchdowns. The St. Louis native improved his efficiency, posting a 157.2 passer rating - the third-best mark in program history. Cook's dual-threat ability was on display, as he rushed for 319 yards and 8 touchdowns.Cook's journey to becoming Mizzou's starting quarterback is a local success story. A three-star recruit out of Chaminade Prep in St. Louis, Cook signed with his childhood team. After biding his time, he seized the starting role in 2022 and elevated his game in 2023, leading the Tigers to a 10-3 record and Cotton Bowl victory.
The SEC Scholar-Athlete of the Year demonstrated his football IQ and decision-making, setting an SEC record with 365 consecutive pass attempts without an interception. Cook's leadership and toughness were evident as he accounted for at least one passing and rushing touchdown in eight games, showcasing his dual-threat capabilities.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Boasts elite wheels for a QB, clocking a blazing 4.62 in the 40, putting him in the 88th percentile at his position
- Shows good touch on his dimes, especially in the short game, consistently hitting receivers in stride for YAC opportunities
- Possesses above-average escapability, demonstrating the ability to extend plays and pick up chunk yardage on designed runs
- Exhibits poise under fire, showing the ability to climb the pocket and reset his base while keeping his eyes downfield
- Demonstrates sound mechanics when throwing in rhythm, utilizing proper weight transfer and shoulder alignment
- Displays good touch on intermediate and deep balls, able to drop it in the bucket over defenders with appropriate arc
- Shows football savvy with pre-snap reads, identifying favorable matchups and leverage situations
- Exhibits plus leadership qualities and toughness, earning respect from teammates as a two-time team captain
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Possesses only average arm strength, limiting his ability to drive the ball consistently on deep outs and seam routes
- Can be late to process post-snap rotations, occasionally missing open receivers or throwing into clouded windows
- Footwork in dropbacks can be choppy at times, affecting timing and rhythm with receivers on timing-based routes
- Tends to predetermine deep shots, leading to some ill-advised throws into double coverage
- Lacks elite physical tools to consistently create off-script, limiting his ceiling as a playmaker at the next level
Scouting Report: Summary
Cook looks like a potential QB2 at the next level. His football IQ, short-area accuracy, and elite wheels for the position make him an intriguing developmental prospect. While his arm strength limitations may cap his ceiling, Cook's experience in a pro-style offense and decision-making chops could allow him to carve out a role as a reliable clipboard holder.In the right system, Cook could thrive in a West Coast scheme that emphasizes quick strikes and YAC opportunities. His mobility adds a dimension that could be weaponized in short-yardage and red-zone packages. While he may not have the arm talent to be a full-time NFL starter, Cook's intangibles and operational skills give him a shot to stick on an NFL roster.
Cook's draft stock will likely have him positioned as a late Day 3 selection or priority UDFA. His local ties and leadership qualities could make him an attractive option for teams looking to bolster their QB room with a high-character backup who can run the scout team effectively and step in if needed.
Written By:
WYATT BROOKS (SEC)
How other scouting services rate Brady Cook (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
101.8
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
12.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.