NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock said after watching game tape of Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel versus Alabama that the passer reminded him of a combination of former NFL QBs Fran Tarkenton and Doug Flutie. Mayock noted poor performances by Manziel against Missouri and LSU, crediting the two defenses with containing Manziel insidethe pocket, which appeared to frustrate the quarterback. Manziel has the arm strength, athletic ability and passion for the game, and will be a top-10, if not top-five, pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, per Mayock’s evaluation.
NFL | Johnny Manziel given lofty comparison