Bills add talent to QB room with Nathan Peterman
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The Buffalo Bills have selected quarterback Nathan Peterman out of Pitt in the fifth round (171st overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft.
The Bills sorted out their issues with starter Tyrod Taylor this offseason, signing him to a new deal. However, his long-term future with the team remains in doubt.
Peterman was expected to be a mid-round pick, so the Bills got good value by snagging him in the fifth.
The former Pitt standout needs to prove he has an NFL-caliber arm, but should be able to battle with Cardale Jones for the backup QB job.
Nathan Peterman Bio
Position: QB
School: Pitt
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-2
Weight: 226 lbs.
Strengths
- Willing to stand in the pocket and take contact to complete the pass.
- Excellent deep ball accuracy completing 46.2 percent of his deep throws. (NFL)
- Above-average vision helps him through all progressions with ease.
- Good mobility in extending plays outside the pocket.
Weaknesses
- Was a big risk-taker in college, often throwing ball into coverage.
- Questions over his arm strength.
- Feet can get a little frenetic when facing pressure. (Pro Football Focus)
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.82 sec |
| Bench Press | N/A |
| Vertical Jump | 31 inches |
| Broad Jump | 110 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 7.14 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.31 sec |