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PSO Scouting Report: QB Justin Fields (Ohio St.)
Scouting Report on Ohio State QB Justin Fields, breaking down his future outlook and how his game will translate to the next level in the NFL
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Pos: QB
Hometown: Kennesaw, GA
School: Ohio State
Class: Junior
DOB: 3/5/1999 (22)
Height: 6’2″ (48%) | Weight: 227 lbs (71%)
Hands: 9.13” (16%) | Arms: 32.5″ (65%)
Bench: N/A | 40 Time: 4.44s (99%)
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A Georgia native, Justin Fields spent most of his high school career vying with fellow Georgian Trevor Lawrence for the label of the nation’s top QB prospect. After failing to pry the starting job away from Jake Fromm at Georgia, however, Fields decided to take his talents to Columbus and replaced 1st-round QB Dwayne Haskins.
In his first season as starter, Fields tossed 41 TDs and only 3 INTs while leading the Buckeyes to a 13-0 record and the 2nd CFP seed. Defeated in the classic showdown by none other than Trevor Lawrence and Clemson, Fields led his team back to the CFP in 2020 despite a 6-game schedule, and Ohio State was afforded a rematch — which Fields took full advantage of, turning in a performance for the ages.
While clearly possessing immense physical traits, Fields’ most glaring weaknesses relate to processing speed and pocket awareness. In need of speeding up his internal clock, he’s also failed to identify blitzes on occasion, holding onto the ball far too long under duress. The concern is warranted considering the stout OL in front of him, yet he’s proven more than capable of throwing with bodies surrounding him or breaking the pocket and eating up yardage with his legs.
Though certainly important to note, these flaws often get ironed out with experience and maturity. Not to say they aren’t of legitimate concern, but the on-field production and raw ability Fields showcased over 2 whole seasons far outweigh them. Not only does he possess a cannon with impressive accuracy and touch, but he hangs tough in the pocket and attacks every area of the field with precision. His athleticism will need to be exploited if he plays right away, but there’s more than enough evidence to suggest he’s capable of growing and commanding a pro-level offense.
Pro Comp: QB Robert Griffin III (Free Agent)
Projected Round: Top-10 Pick
Prime Destinations: NYJ, SF, ATL, DET, DEN, NE, CHI
OVERALL Grade: A
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