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Originally Posted by Dam8610
He has the tools, but he hasn't learned any of the skills in 5 years. His passing ability today is similar to his passing ability as a Freshman at Clemson. The athleticism bails him out until he comes up against a team with an elite QB and a great defense. He may be able to win games without developing further, but he won't do much more than winning a weak division, if the division stays weak.
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Very few of these prospects were coached correctly in college, sans Luck.
Lawrence certainly wasn't coached well under Meyer, then he gets some real coaching and improves.
So let's look at PM's first 2 seasons. Great coaching and continuity within the coaching staff. He had a very difficult rookie year. I was extremely concerned until he brought the team back in the 4th qtr, against a quality Jets team for the victory. Peyton then breaks out in year 2.
So maybe the light goes on for Lawrence in year 3 and he has a breakout season with 2 years of actual good coaching.
If not, I'll agree with you that he will just be a run of the mill mediocre QB in the NFL.