Chicago Bears Draft Watch
By Grizz.
Connor Cook
Sep 12, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Connor Cook (18) looks to throw the ball against the Oregon Ducks during the 1st half of a game at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Matchup: Michigan State University At Nebraska University – Saturday, November 7th – 6 P.M. CT
Cook could had very well been in the thick of things when it came to the top quarterback of the 2015 NFL Draft. Having forgone the draft, and staying in school for his senior season, many scouts believe he is heading into this season as the nations most NFL ready signal caller. While displaying a prototypical NFL QB body, Cook has the natural ability to read defenses and utilizes his polished in-pocket mechanics to thrive in the collegiate level. However, to put it bluntly, Cook is not as heavily relied upon as other passers around the college football ranks. Given that Michigan State has had a strong defense, and a relatively solid running game throughout Cook’s tenure, there are still questions about the quarterback’s overall skill set. Cook is often put into situations that allow him to check down, or dump off the ball to a tailback coming out of the backfield. Overall, Cook has a moderately high ceiling, and a rather shallow floor – making him a relatively safe selection. The good news for the Bears is that scouts are raising their eyebrows about Cook and his play. This could allow the quarterback to fall to the second day of the draft.
“Cook has the natural ability to read defenses and utilizes his polished in-pocket mechanics to thrive in the collegiate level”
Given this, the Bears could select the signal caller, allow for him to sit and develop – and then hand him the reigns. I would compare Cook to the man taking snaps behind center in Kansas City, Alex Smith. Make sure to check out the Spartans (8-0) taking on the Cornhuskers of Nebraska (3-6) this Saturday.
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