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Patriots improve quarterback depth with Jacoby Brissett

Bob DeChiara / USA TODAY Sports

The New England Patriots selected quarterback Jacoby Brissett out of NC State at No. 91 overall in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft on Friday.

Brissett is strong in the pocket and possesses the ideal frame for a NFL quarterback.

He's able to extend plays with his leg, and differs from the usual type of quarterback the Patriots gravitate toward. Brissett will back up Tom Brady and Jimmy Garoppolo.

Jacoby Brissett Bio

Position: QB
School: NC State
College Experience: Redshirt Senior
Height: 6-4
Weight: 231 lbs.

Strengths

  • Stands strong in the pocket, able to deliver strikes with hits incoming.
  • Has the strength and mobility to avoid rushers.
  • Possesses ideal frame for next level.
  • Able to extend plays with his legs; keeps eyes downfield looking to pass when scrambling.

Weaknesses

  • Slow to recognize pressure - took 37 sacks in final year in college.
  • Inconsistent when reading defenses.
  • Poor accuracy on deep throws.
  • Has ball-security issues.

Combine Results

Event Result
40-yd Dash 4.94 sec
Bench Press N/A
Vertical Jump 31 inches
Broad Jump 113 inches
3-Cone Drill 7.17 sec
20-yd Shuttle N/A

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