Word: dropback
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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QUARTERBACK. Bert Jones, Louisiana State, 6 ft. 3 in., 205 lbs. In Baton Rouge they call Jones "the Rifle." "The Howitzer" would be more appropriate; a classic dropback quarterback who sets up as quickly as Joe Namath, he has the strength to throw the long bomb and the accuracy to make it count. Pro scouts note admiringly that while leading the Southeastern Conference in passing this season. Jones gave up only seven interceptions in 199 attempts. Son of former Cleveland Brown Receiver "Dub" Jones, the Rifle is already so well versed in pro pass patterns ("He's been throwing...
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Their styles are different though: Pennington is a dropback passer who sets up and gets the ball away quickly. while Jackson doesn't set up as fast, but is better at reading receiving patterns and throwing deep. Jackson is decidedly the more explosive performer...
QUARTERBACK. John Reaves, Florida, 6 ft. 3 in., 210 Ibs. A classic dropback passer with a quick release. Reaves has the height to see over charging linemen, the muscle to shake off tacklers and the poise to spring the big play under pressure. If only because so many pro clubs have weaknesses at quarter back, two other passers will also be drafted high: Pat Sullivan, Auburn, 6 ft.. 188 Ibs., and Gary wichard, C.W. Post, 6 ft. 2 in.. 217 Ibs. Many ∧B∧worry that Heisman Winner Sullivan is a mite too small...