Well, before that happens we will have to see how the rest of his collegiate career plays out. Jackson took the Heisman last season and is currently averaging 500 yards of offense per game in 2017.

Will he make it? Well some scouts think he better learn how to return a kick in the league:

Then there is this take on Jackson’s NFL future from Rich Bartel, a former NFL backup QB who now serves as director and creator of business development for KANO Sports, which created a software app for long-term quarterback development: “To me he’s going to have to learn how to handle punts and kickoffs and become a slot or an outside wide receiver who can go back and take a snap [as a third roster quarterback].”

The Great Debate: Is Louisville’s Lamar Jackson an NFL QB or a future NFL bust?

What shouldn’t be missed is that in the biggest game of his life Lamar Jackson lead his team back from a 19 point deficit. Behind the scrambling ability of Jackson, Louisville put up 26 unanswered on Clemson and came back to gain a one point lead.

They say Heisman’s are all about moments and I think so far this year there isn’t a play this year bigger than this (0:11):

Remember the Heisman isn’t a merit-based award (I.E. stats.) The trophy is a symbol of a selection into a club of the best players of all time. While Jackson may not finish the year with the best completion percentage or the most passing yards it is hard to deny what you see.

By my eyes there isn’t a better player right now than Lamar Jackson and it isn’t even close.

Defenses simply have no answer for Jackson’s quickness and speed in the open field. He reminds many of a young Vick, being a QB that can defeat you with his feet in non-scripted running situations.

Last year the sophomore quietly rushed for 960 yards and 11 touchdowns, but it is nothing compared to the 464 yards and 10 rushing touchdowns he ALREADY has this year. At this pace Jackson is going to put together one of the most impressive statistical seasons in NCAA history. His passing has even improved from a 54% completion rate in 2015 to a 61% rate in 2016. Very impressive.

Below is the footage of Jackson going crazy for 605 yards and 5 touchdowns vs. Syracuse.

FLIP THE PAGE TO SEE WHAT HE DID TO FLORIDA STATE….

Positives:
At 6’3-6’4 and 218 lbs, Teddy certainly checks the “size” box off pretty quickly. He is around the prototypical size of a pro passer. There won’t be any issues brought up about his physical size like there will be about Johnny “Football” Manziel.

The first thing that leaps off the page at you is Teddy’s athleticism. He is a smooth, smooth athlete with the football. He will bring up a lot of Vince Young comparisons in that regard though it looks that in-game, Teddy is a shade faster. This is a guy that can easily gash a team for 15-20 yards at a time if he’s given a lane.

But what about his passing? Well, he throws for a respectable 68.5% completion percentage and comes from an offense that actually goes down field. These aren’t inflated throws at the line of scrimmage (*cough, cough, you know who*). Teddy has a nice spin on the ball and stands tall in the pocket. He isn’t afraid of contact and keeps his eyes down-field even when he knows he’s going to get hit.

What needs to be worked on:
When he misses throws, he tends to miss long and throw them where his man cannot get a chance to make a play. This is a negative and a positive, actually.

The biggest area of concern I have personally is that he doesn’t do a lot of checking off. Meaning that when he decides to go somewhere with the ball, that is where it is going immediately. He’s a big fan of the quick underneath throw to his backs within 10 yards. This is great for completion percentage, but in the NFL teams will cover the flats against him and dare him to go down-field.

Where Will Teddy Bridgewater Get Drafted?
I don’t foresee a huge drop off such as what happened to Geno Smith and Matt Barkley. Teddy will be picked in the top 10 baring unforeseen circumstances. There is another quarterback I’d personally select over him, today, but I believe he should be no worse than the 2nd quarterback off the board.

Pro Comparison:
I’d compare Teddy most to the current Dolphins quarterback, Ryan Tannehill. Teddy is a guy with all of the tools and the size a team wants, but it may be a rough transition against pro style defenses who will take away his strengths (taking the flats, scrambling ability).

Tyler Gabbert

Here are the details regarding the transfer from CFT:

According to both the Card Chronicles, and ESPN radio, Gabbert has left the Cardinals football program and has no intention of returning.  No reason was given for Gabbert’s about-face, and the school has yet to issue any type of clarification as to Gabbert’s status with the team.  That clarification is not expected to occur until head coach Charlie Strong returns from vacation Wednesday.

In addition to leaving Louisville, Gabbert reportedly would like to return to Missouri.  The only problem with that?  His old school is apparently not inclined to reciprocate the interest in a reunion.

Tyler (@TylerGabbert) also tweeted on Twitter just yesterday:

Simple but great piece of advice, Just keep on keepin on.

Is that tweet related to this story?

I hope he figures it out and gets enrolled in a program soon.  For a young QB all the time he can get with his coaches is invaluable.  If I had to bet, I’d say you’ll see Tyler back at Missouri this fall.