NFL Draft: 7 overrated and underrated offensive players

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Jan 1, 2015; Pasadena, CA, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Jameis Winston (5) passes the ball during the second half of the 2015 Rose Bowl college football game against the Oregon Ducks at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Overrated: Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State

Probably the most overrated prospect in the entire draft is presumed No. 1 overall pick Jameis Winston out of Florida State. While there is a lot to like with Winston, there are also plenty of red flags, and that is before we consider all of the off-field concerns.

It all starts with the basic throwing mechanics for Winston. His basic throwing motion is long and uneven. Winston’s mechanics aren’t Tim Tebow-bad, but they are still problematic. Winston is also a long-strider when he throws, and needs a clean pocket to deliver the ball accurately, and those are rare in the NFL.

This isn’t meant to bury Winston as a prospect. His tape is still solid for the most part. He just isn’t a slam-dunk prospect. His success in NFL is far-from guaranteed, and that isn’t a good sign if you’re taking him with the first overall selection.

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