The NFL has kept a fairly tight lid on Wonderlic scores since Vince Young managed a six (or, possibly, a seven) on the 50-question intelligence test four years ago.
Still, the numbers get out.
Edgar Thompson of the Palm Beach Post has tweeted some of the quarterback numbers from this year's Scouting Combine.
Florida quarterback Tim Tebow got only 22 of 50 questions correct. Notre Dame's Jimmy Clausen was only one answer better, with a 23.
Oklahoma's Sam Bradford aced the thing (relatively speaking), getting 36 out of 50 right.
We're not sure what the Wonderlic test means when it comes to football. But folks tend to put more stock into it as to the quarterback position, since they are the players most likely to be processing information and making good decisions under pressure.
Then again, Dan Marino got a 13.
And now I finally understand why he wore that number. If I had done better on the Wonderlic, I might have made the connection a bit sooner.
On the Wonderlic, Tebow, Clausen nearly scored in the teens
Posted by Mike Florio on March 10, 2010 1:13 PM ET
Pat White says he's "having personal issues"
Posted by Mike Florio on July 31, 2010 11:25 PM ET
On Saturday, White showed up, but not after at least one newspaper in South Florida declared that White would miss all of training camp and possibly the full season due to a "serious non-football" issue.
But then White showed up for practice on Saturday. He later spoke to the media about the situation. Though he answered some questions, many remain.
"I'm having personal issues, they've been handled," White told reporters. "It is what it is, I'm happy to be back out here. [I am] thankful that I have people around me that care about people in general and just thankful that my teammates are here and we're working and moving on to the next level."
White wouldn't talk about the nature of his personal issues. "We can talk about football from here on out," he said. "My personal issues is over it's done with. And I'm back to football. Excited to be out here, enthused, and enjoying the atmosphere."
The speculation seems to center on White possibly having a sudden bout of second thoughts regarding his NFL career. He had a rough first year, punctuated with a nasty concussion on a helmet-to-helmet hit from Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor. During the offseason, he said on Twitter that he'd be better off playing baseball than switching from quarterback to receiver.
Based on a stellar college career and a draft selection in the upper half of round two, White likely expected that his NFL career would be much easier. He's learning the hard way that it isn't. So unless he's willing and able to bust through the ceiling against which his football career is now bumping, returning to baseball could best mesh with his long-term interests.
Jets sign a corner not named Revis
Posted by Mike Florio on July 31, 2010 11:03 PM ET
And now they've gotten him under contract.
Per a league source, Wilson has signed a five-year deal.
There's another cornerback on the team who'd like a five-year deal, or longer. But, to date, no dice.
After the draft, coach Rex Ryan strongly hinted that his twin brother, Browns defensive coordinator Rob Ryan, preferred Wilson to cornerback Joe Haden, whom Cleveland took with the seventh overall pick. Coincidentally, both players agreed to terms on the same day. But with Wilson picked 22 spots lower than Haden, Wilson surely will be getting a lot less money than Haden.
So much for the slow pace to first round signings
Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on July 31, 2010 10:43 PM ET
One of the sillier talk radio/Around the Horn topics we've heard this year -- and that's saying a lot -- was the panicked discussion regarding the pace of NFL rookie signings.
The topic was born from summer news boredom and not fact. As we noted last week, the pace of rookie signings was well ahead of 2009's pace. We wrote then:
"The first and second-round signings continue to be slow moving, but that's not out of the norm. If that slow pace falls well behind the norm a week from now -- then we have a story."
Eight days have passed and the pace has only picked up. The NFL notes that first-round signings are up 70% compared to this day one year ago. That number only includes deals that have been officially filed to the league, and five more contracts have been agreed to.
A few long holdouts could happen -- C.J. Spiller seems like a popular pick -- but ultimately rookie business has proceeded as usual.
The topic was born from summer news boredom and not fact. As we noted last week, the pace of rookie signings was well ahead of 2009's pace. We wrote then:
"The first and second-round signings continue to be slow moving, but that's not out of the norm. If that slow pace falls well behind the norm a week from now -- then we have a story."
Eight days have passed and the pace has only picked up. The NFL notes that first-round signings are up 70% compared to this day one year ago. That number only includes deals that have been officially filed to the league, and five more contracts have been agreed to.
A few long holdouts could happen -- C.J. Spiller seems like a popular pick -- but ultimately rookie business has proceeded as usual.
Report: Andre Smith weighs 370
Posted by Evan Silva on July 31, 2010 10:20 PM ET
There couldn't possibly have been more weight-related red flags surrounding former Alabama offensive tackle Andre Smith entering last year's draft, but the Bengals used the sixth overall pick on him anyway. To the Bengals' credit, they inserted language into Smith's contract that would protect them against his lack of passion for conditioning. The team is off the hook for half of Smith's weekly game check any time he reports heavier than 350 pounds.
According to Pete Prisco of CBS Sports, "word is" Smith currently weighs 370.
Mike Florio passed along "concerns regarding [Smith's] conditioning" in a Thursday post, based on a report from SI's Peter King. Smith underwent foot surgery in February, and wasn't medically cleared to practice four months later at minicamp. The status of his rehab remains uncertain.
It's also unclear how Smith plans to shed the weight when he -- presumably -- can't run. We suppose he could just stop eating altogether.
But that, um, seems unlikely.
Leon Washington makes it back for start of training camp
Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on July 31, 2010 9:35 PM ET
When the Jets gave away Leon Washington to Seattle, they essentially bet that Washington wouldn't be the same guy for a long time, if ever.
The multi-talented back has a long way to go to prove them wrong, but he's returned to the field sooner than most people anticipated. Washington participated in training camp on Saturday, avoiding the active/PUP list.
Mike Sando of ESPN notes that Washington didn't participate in team drills, but it's significant Washington can already pass a physical.
Here's a video of Washington talking about his impressive return from a compound leg fracture, courtesy of Danny O'Neil at the Seattle Times.
"I'm not satisfied. I gotta get back to the old Leon," Washington said. "My ultimate goal is to become a Pro Bowl player again. . . . It's all going the right way."
The multi-talented back has a long way to go to prove them wrong, but he's returned to the field sooner than most people anticipated. Washington participated in training camp on Saturday, avoiding the active/PUP list.
Mike Sando of ESPN notes that Washington didn't participate in team drills, but it's significant Washington can already pass a physical.
Here's a video of Washington talking about his impressive return from a compound leg fracture, courtesy of Danny O'Neil at the Seattle Times.
"I'm not satisfied. I gotta get back to the old Leon," Washington said. "My ultimate goal is to become a Pro Bowl player again. . . . It's all going the right way."
Derrick Morgan signs on with Titans
Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on July 31, 2010 9:15 PM ET
The majority of first-round picks continue to sign on the dotted line with little drama.
No. 16 overall pick Derrick Morgan agreed to terms with the Titans on a five-year contract on Saturday evening, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Morgan's deal comes quickly on the heels of No. 15 pick Jason Pierre-Paul, also a defensive end, signing with the Giants.
Only ten first-round picks remain unsigned, and we wouldn't be surprised if that number gets reduced before the end of the night.
No. 16 overall pick Derrick Morgan agreed to terms with the Titans on a five-year contract on Saturday evening, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Morgan's deal comes quickly on the heels of No. 15 pick Jason Pierre-Paul, also a defensive end, signing with the Giants.
Only ten first-round picks remain unsigned, and we wouldn't be surprised if that number gets reduced before the end of the night.
Giants give Pierre-Paul $20 million over five years
Posted by Evan Silva on July 31, 2010 8:42 PM ET
Turns out, Jeff Fisher was right to be optimistic that the Titans would have No. 16 pick Derrick Morgan signed soon.
The Giants announced Saturday night that they have signed No. 15 overall pick Jason Pierre-Paul. A league source tells Mike Florio that Pierre-Paul will receive $20 million over five years with $11 million guaranteed.
Both rookies slotted around Morgan are now under contract, as No. 17 pick Mike Iupati received a five-year, $18.25 million deal from the 49ers, with $10.8 million guaranteed. Morgan's contract will now be easy to finalize.
As for Pierre-Paul, the Giants plan to groom him as a situational pass rusher. The former South Florida Bull is a raw prospect without elite college production, but a mammoth upside. Pierre-Paul runs a sub-4.7 forty-yard dash at 6-foot-5 and 270 pounds. He has nearly 35-inch arms and is considered a high-motor pass rusher.
He can also do a ton of back flips. Consecutively.
Chris Johnson still not satisfied with contract
Posted by Evan Silva on July 31, 2010 8:25 PM ET
The Titans' recent "band-aid" upgrade of 2,000-yard tailback Chris Johnson's contract added a mere $1.25 million to his 2010 salary. As Mike Florio pointed out just over a week ago, the "raise" wasn't really a raise at all. Johnson was going to get the $1.25 million any way after hitting escalators in his rookie deal.
So, it's not surprising that Johnson remains dissatisfied with his contract. He made that clear in comments Saturday to Jim Wyatt of the Nashville Tennessean.
"I wouldn't say satisfied, but what can I do?" said Johnson. "I am just here to play football."
Johnson did report to training camp on time, and passed his conditioning test with flying colors. Johnson's 2010 goal is to break Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record, saying "I'm shooting for 2,500."
If Titans offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger is to be believed, Johnson might have a shot at Dickerson.
Percy Harvin takes field for evening practice
Posted by Evan Silva on July 31, 2010 7:58 PM ET
Vikings receiver/kickoff returner Percy Harvin's injury scare during Saturday morning's training camp practice has proven to be minor. According to Judd Zulgad of the Minneapolis Star-Tribune, Harvin returned to the practice field for Saturday's evening workout.
Harvin was carted off the field earlier in the day. He's good to go now.
In other Vikings news, Brett Favre still doesn't know if he'll play this season.
UPDATE: Per Zulgad, Harvin "tweaked his ankle" in the morning session.
UPDATE: Per Zulgad, Harvin "tweaked his ankle" in the morning session.
Fisher upbeat about Derrick Morgan deal
Posted by Evan Silva on July 31, 2010 7:46 PM ET
No. 16 overall pick Derrick Morgan was not on the field when the Titans opened training camp Saturday, as his agents continue to haggle with Tennessee G.M. Mike Reinfeldt about contract parameters. Though No. 17 overall pick Mike Iupati has signed, the Titans' inability to get Morgan under contract has likely been impacted by the Seahawks and Giants' inability to do the same with Nos. 14 and 15 picks Earl Thomas and Jason Pierre-Paul.
Titans coach Jeff Fisher indicated Saturday that the team's discussions with Morgan are positive.
"When I came out to practice, Mike Reinfeldt was really hopeful," Fisher told John Glennon of the Nashville Tennessean. "It sounded like they were getting close."
Based on Iupati's deal, Morgan can expect a rookie agreement in the range of $19 million over five seasons, including $11 million guaranteed. The Titans are short on proven pass rushers at the defensive end position, so they'd ideally get Morgan into camp sooner rather than later.
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