The Data Science of Scouting Quarterbacks

A (way too long) look at unique ways of predicting quarterback success.

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Part One: Quarterback is the most important position in sports. Despite this, it remains a notoriously difficult position to scout. Instead of scouting quarterbacks directly, explore using the easier-to-scout wide receiver position to evaluate our future signal callers.

Part Two: At what draft pick have teams had the most success drafting quarterbacks? When should a team trade up for a quarterback? Is it really worth it to move up to pick 32 and secure that fifth year option on a quarterback with a mid-round grade? This section explores how quarterback value aligns with draft pick value.

Part Three: Teams often hold on to starting quarterbacks for far too long. This leads to far too many decade-long Super Bowl appearance droughts. Ultimately, many teams and quarterbacks alike would be better off with earlier divorces. That being said, when exactly should you move on from your quarterback?

Part Four: It takes an incredibly rare quarterback to be able to win with limited surrounding talent. By taking a look at the draft strategies followed by Super Bowl winning teams, we can learn how to put young quarterbacks into friendlier situations. Ultimately, altering one's draft strategy may just turn a talented quarterback into a Super Bowl quarterback.

Part Five: Not all stats warrant a full section of discussion. This section explores quick and easy data analysis on topics such as player value vs pick drafted, QB value vs height, QB value vs 40-time, and so much more.