2012 NFL Scouting Combine: Case Keenum disappoints in throwing drills
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INDIANAPOLIS—For the quarterback who holds virtually every passing record in NCAA history, Case Keenum has struggled to prove he can be a productive starting quarterback in the NFL.
That was apparent Sunday at the Scouting Combine. One of the big knocks on Keenum is his lack of arm strength, which came into full focus during drills. His passes lacked zip and were too slow getting to receivers.NFL teams understand the timing between quarterbacks and receivers is challenge because of a lack familiarity at the Combine, but that was far from Keenum’s biggest issue. Too often his passes would dip before getting to the target. Receivers often had to slow up and wait for the ball.
While we believe arm strength is the most overrated piece of the quarterback evaluation process, it's necessary to be at a minimum level. Keenum’s lack of zip affected his accuracy, which is a big issue.The pocket presence, poise and good decision-making Keenum displayed at Houston aren't enough for him to overcome his size (just under 6-1), lack of arm strength and accuracy.
His performance Sunday showed that while Keenum may find a way to stick in the NFL as a backup, teams shouldn't spend a draft pick to get him.
Best,
Laram
