2023 BCS QB Scouting Report
Player: Jaren Hall
School: BYU
Year: (RS) Junior
Games Watched: Virginia (2021), USC (2021), Baylor (2022), Oregon (2022), Liberty (2022), Notre Dame (2022), Wyoming (2022), Arkansas (2022)
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Accuracy: Has shown pinpoint placement down the field, dropping vertical throws into the bucket with the desired mix of touch and velocity. Three seasons of an Adjusted Completion Percentage over 70 percent despite operating a vertical passing game.
Arm Strength: Easy arm talent is open to all areas of the field, showing no trouble sticking field-side throws in there. Feasted on deep two-high voids with throws featuring heavy rotation.
Size: Size leaves more to be desired at 6’1”, 205 pounds though he sports a muscular frame throughout.
Mobility: Pairs some creativity with quality athleticism to make an impact in the QB-run game. Will find success in keeping the chains moving at the next level with his ability to pull it down and go.
Decision Making: More careless with the ball this past season despite general reliability. Played with adequate sack avoidance, showing a quick mental clock and the desire to live to fight another day.
Out of Structure Ability: Frustrates defenses with his second-reaction throws and ability to keep the play moving as he gets beyond the pocket. Will put too much reliance on his arm and opt for the off-platform throw when there is an opportunity to reset his feet.
Pocket Awareness: Will float and drift in the pocket, but generally shows poise and comfort. Wasn’t shy about standing and delivering in the face of pressure.
Touch/Placement: Stretches the field vertically by lofting throws that land in stride and keep receivers on their routes more often than not.
Upper/Lower Mechanics: Active with his feet and base while scanning the field to deliver a catchable throw when he’s ready. More than a few level-three throws were hung in the air because he failed to fully finish through the throw. Release is quick and compact.
Progressions: Wasn’t uncommon for him to lock on to his targets and lose sight of backside defenders. Majority of his responsibility was kept to one side of the field. Shows an inconsistent ability to recognize defensive leverage that resulted in both well-placed backside throws and opportunities for the defense to capitalize.
Accuracy (15): 12
Arm Strength (10): 8.25
Size (5): 3.25
Mobility (10): 7.25
Decision Making (10): 7
Out of Structure Ability (10): 7.75
Pocket Awareness (10): 7
Touch/Placement (10): 7.75
Upper/Lower Mechanics (10): 7.5
Progressions (10): 7.25
Grade: 75/100 – Day 2
Summary: Injuries have been a thorn in Hall’s side during his time as a Cougar, missing three games in 2021 and the final game of the 2022 campaign. He was also sidelined for the 2020 season due to a hip injury and had to leave multiple games the year prior with concussions. He utilized a medical redshirt in 2020 for said hip injury, so he technically has two seasons of eligibility remaining, but Hall will be 25 on the first night of the NFL Draft. Injuries plus age will impact him much like it will Hendon Hooker; hopefully, a strong showing at the Senior Bowl and a clear medical check will elevate his draft stock.
Report Author: T.J. Randall
Twitter: @TJ_Randall12
