Round 3, Pick 89 - Carolina Panthers - Armanti Edwards

Armanti Edwards, QB, Appalachian State

Ht: 5’ 10 7/8” Wt: 187

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  Edwards is the most versatile player in this draft.  As an experienced 4-year starting quarterback, he can run the “wildcat” offense and is athletic enough to convert to wide receiver.  He also has the open-field ability to become a returner.  A very good value pick for the Panthers. 

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: A dazzling southpaw, Edwards may never be more than an ideal backup and situational, specialty quarterback. Yet he is not a throwaway at the QB position; he has the run skills and creativity to project as a slot receiver and return man. Could spark an offense in specially designed packages that feature his playmaking ability. Injury history must be examined and could affect his draft status.

NFL projection: Mid-round pick.

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  Edwards’ production alone (10,392 career passing yards with 74 touchdowns on 65.1 completion percentage) should be enough to earn him a look from scouts.  When they break down his game, however, they’ll find that he’s a legitimate NFL quarterback prospect with the arm strength, accuracy and poise to warrant at least late-round consideration. 

Pro Football Weekly 2010 Draft Preview available @ http://www.pfwstore.com/detail.aspx?ID=695

Lindy’s Sports 2010 Draft Guide available @http://www.lindyssports.com/product.php?cn=332

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