Will Rogers QB Washington | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Will Rogers QB Washington
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 09/20/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.84 seconds (47%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 23.3 DOB: 08/19/2001 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| PLAY STYLE: Pocket Passer | |
| Last Updated: 09/20/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.84 seconds (47%*) | |
| Age: 23.3 DOB: 08/19/2001 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 75.9 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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78% |
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| Release Speed: |
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83% |
| Short Passing: |
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69% |
| Medium Passing: |
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65% |
| Long Passing: |
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83% |
| Rush/Scramble: |
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40% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#338
Position rank:
#29
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| College Games: 53 College Snaps: 3380 | ||
ESPN RATING: 77/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 86/100
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Ovr Rank:
#29
Pos Rank:
#29
College Combine Results
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RIVALS RATING: 5.7 (93%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Bailey Zappe - Western Kentucky |
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72% |
| Kaleb Eleby - Western Michigan |
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72% |
| Austin Reed - Western Kentucky |
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67% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Will Rogers, a prolific passer from Washington, holds several Mississippi State and SEC passing records. The Brandon, Mississippi native excelled in high school before embarking on a record-setting college career. Initially committing to Mississippi State, Rogers thrived in Mike Leach's Air Raid system before transferring to Washington for his final season.Rogers' college career was marked by consistent production. As a freshman in 2020, he took over the starting role midseason. His sophomore campaign in 2021 saw him break the SEC single-season completions record with 505. Rogers continued his ascent in 2022, throwing for 3,713 yards and 34 touchdowns. His senior year at Mississippi State was hampered by injury, leading to his transfer to Washington for a final collegiate season.
Throughout his career, Rogers has displayed exceptional accuracy on short and intermediate routes, thriving in quick-paced offensive systems. His football IQ and ability to read defenses have been consistently praised by coaches. Despite lacking elite arm strength, Rogers has compensated with anticipation and timing to become one of the most productive passers in SEC history.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Plus accuracy and touch on short to intermediate passes, consistently hitting receivers in stride
- Quick release and decision-making, excelling in up-tempo offenses and RPO concepts
- High football IQ with ability to read defenses pre- and post-snap, making smart decisions with the football
- Experienced field general with over 40 college starts, bringing maturity and poise to the huddle
- Excellent timing and anticipation, able to throw receivers open and find holes in zone coverage
- Productive player who has consistently put up impressive numbers at the college level
- Efficient in the red zone, demonstrating good decision-making in tight spaces
- Adequate size for the position at 6'2" and 215 lbs, meeting baseline NFL QB measurables
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Below-average arm strength limits ability to drive the ball downfield and make tight-window throws at the NFL level
- Lacks desired athleticism and mobility, struggling to extend plays or threaten defenses as a runner
- Footwork can be inconsistent, sometimes affecting timing and accuracy, especially on deeper throws
- Can struggle with ball placement on throws outside the numbers, forcing receivers to adjust
- May face a learning curve transitioning to pro-style offenses after playing primarily in spread systems
Scouting Report: Summary
Rogers projects as a backup quarterback who could fit in a West Coast or quick-passing offensive system at the next level. His accuracy, quick release, and football IQ make him well-suited for an offense that emphasizes short to intermediate throws and getting the ball out quickly. While his arm strength limitations will likely prevent him from becoming a full-time NFL starter, Rogers has the potential to be a reliable backup and spot starter.His experience in multiple offensive systems and ability to process information quickly should help him adapt to the mental rigors of the NFL. Teams looking for a smart, accurate passer to develop behind an established starter could find value in Rogers on day three of the draft. His ceiling may be limited, but Rogers' floor as an intelligent, experienced quarterback could lead to a career as a backup in the right system.
Rogers will need to continue refining his footwork and improving his deep ball accuracy to maximize his potential at the next level. While he may never possess elite physical tools, his intangibles and mastery of the short passing game give him a chance to carve out a role in the NFL.
Written By:
Lennox Tate
How other scouting services rate Will Rogers (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
572.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
47.0
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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.