One of the two NFL starting quarterbacks from Cal has the utmost respect from analysts. The other ex-Golden Bear quarterback? Not so much.
At least that’s the impression you get from ESPN’s ranking of the top 10 NFL quarterbacks in a dozen categories. ESPN drew on the opinions of 11 NFL analysts to create its 12 top-10 lists in the following categories: arm strength, accuracy, touch, mechanics, field vision, decision-making with the ball, compete level, pocket presence (calmness under pressure, ability to move within the pocket, etc.), toughness, scrambling, designed-run ability and second reaction (adaptability when a play breaks down).