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David Fales - QB - Spartans

San Jose State senior QB David Fales and Alabama senior QB A.J. McCarron need to improve their deep accuracy, according to NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah.

We were very impressed with Fales' pocket poise and movement, but he certainly doesn't have a vertical arm. In fact, the argument will be made that it is just strong enough for NFL standards. Jeremiah added it is "shaping up to be a very deep QB group this year."
Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter
Jun 15 - 12:11 PM
David Fales - QB - Spartans

The National Football Post's Justin VanFulpen considers San Jose State's David Fales the top senior QB heading into the 2013 season.

"Fales was a junior college transfer and has all the tools you are looking for in a quarterback," VanFulpen writes. "He had a great junior season and could see himself get more national attention this year." Georgia's Aaron Murray, Virginia Tech's Logan Thomas, Alabama's A.J. McCarron, and Fresno State's Derek Carr round out the top five. We are extremely surprised neither Miami's Stephen Morris nor Clemson's Tajh Boyd were listed.
Source: National Football Post
Jun 12 - 10:04 AM
David Fales - QB - Spartans

CBS Sports' Dane Brugler believes San Jose State QB David Fales won't be a fit for every NFL team.

Brugler believes Fales struggles to drive the ball on throws beyond 15 yards and projects best to a west coast offense thanks to his ability to survey options and quickly make the right read in the short to intermediate game. Fales is certainly in the conversation to be a top 30 selection, but he isn't a lock for it.
Source: CBS Sports
Jun 1 - 2:23 PM
David Fales - QB - Spartans

San Jose State senior QB David Fales needs to improve his deep ball placement, according to NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah.

Jeremiah did note that Fales processes quickly and accurately on underneath to intermediate patterns. Out of the five quarterbacks he had evaluated at the time, Jeremiah ranked Fales fifth behind Teddy Bridgewater, Tajh Boyd, Johnny Manziel, and A.J. McCarron.
Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter
May 29 - 1:21 PM
David Fales - QB - Spartans

CBS Sports' Dane Brugler believes San Jose State senior QB David Fales' best attribute might be his field vision.

Fales "sees the field extremely well to survey and work thru reads (with) proper timing and anticipation," Brugler tweeted. Although he spent of the majority of his time in the pistol, Brugler was surprised to see Fales line up under center on 32.9 percent of the snaps in the five games he evaluated. The senior isn't perfect, however, and Brugler was critical of his velocity, saying there were "too many rainbows, not enough lasers."
Source: Dane Brugler on Twitter
May 29 - 9:33 AM
David Fales - QB - Spartans

CBS Sports' Bruce Feldman is the next media member to mention the buzz in NFL Draft circles around San Jose State senior QB David Fales.

"Whatever David has to do to get the ball off into windows, he can do it," former Spartans coach Mike MacIntyre said. "And not everybody can do that. A lot of guys can go out and throw in pass skel or one-on-ones and look really good. But then if you put a rush on them and they have to side step and their feet just can't be right and they have to make accurate throws, they can't do that. David can."
Source: CBS Sports
May 9 - 9:13 AM
David Fales - QB - Spartans

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah tweeted that the buzz is already building around San Jose State QB David Fales.

We've mentioned Fales a few times after seeing his tape when spotlighting David Quessenberry and Ryan Otten. He flashes tremendous talent as a pocket passer, showing touch downfield and an ability to work through the pocket and progressions to find open receivers.
Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter
May 7 - 5:35 PM
David Quessenberry - T - Spartans

Texans traded up to select San Jose State OT David Quessenberry with the No. 176 overall pick, sending the Nos. 184 and 233 overall picks to the Raiders.

Quessenberry (6-foot-4 7/8, 302) made 37 starts for the Spartans, primarily at left tackle. A former walk-on at tight end, he demonstrates enough athleticism and length (34 3/8") to potentially start at left guard or protect the blindside in a pinch, although Quessenberry must fill out his frame. He ran 5.08 with a 29.5-inch vertical at the Combine and performed 25 reps on the bench. Confirming his impressive short-area movement skills, Quessenberry's 4.45 20-yard shuttle was third fastest among offensive linemen. He's a quintessential zone blocker who will never play with power. Quessenberry could sneak into the starting lineup at right guard or right tackle for the Texans.
Apr 27 - 4:08 PM
David Quessenberry - T - Spartans

San Jose State OL David Quessenberry may enlist in the military at the end of his football career.

"Yeah, it's definitely something I have thought about. It's something I've been around my whole life," Quessenberry said. "Playing in the National Football League is a dream of mine, but (military service) is not off the table." Quessenberry has impressed personnel men with his talent and could be selected earlier than many expect, according to draft insider Tony Pauline. We view him as a mid-round prospect. He's received interest from the New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, Seattle Seahawks and Green Bay Packers.
Source: USA Today
Apr 15 - 6:32 PM
David Quessenberry - T - Spartans

Draft insider Tony Pauline notes that San Jose State OL David Quessenberry could be selected earlier than many expect.

"The offensive lineman has been stamped as a "five position player" by a number of teams, who rank Quessenberry as a top 75 choice," Pauline writes. Quessenberry impressed during Senior Bowl week and showed off his positional versatility. We highly doubt he makes it out of the fourth-round.
Source: TFY Draft Insider
Apr 9 - 10:54 AM
David Quessenberry - T - Spartans

CBS Sports' Dane Brugler considers San Jose State's David Quessenberry the best mid-round LT prospect.

Quessenberry started the draft process as a late rounder, but his excellent week of Senior Bowl practices will likely land him in the fourth-round. Brugler is projecting Quessenberry to left tackle, but we wouldn't be surprised to see him show versatility as a guard.
Source: Dane Brugler on Twitter
Mar 31 - 10:33 AM
Ryan Otten - TE - Spartans

San Jose State TE Ryan Otten chatted with San Francisco 49ers' head coach Jim Harbaugh at his pro day.

Harbaugh was in attendance at the pro day as one of 26 NFL teams, which also included the Oakland Raiders. Otten ran a 4.68 40-yard dash and caught 20 passes. He didn't drop any passes thrown in his direction. He has two private workouts set up with unspecific teams and could add another five pounds when he comes to the NFL.
Source: Sacramento Bee
Mar 18 - 5:37 PM
Ryan Otten - TE - Spartans

San Jose State TE Ryan Otten ran in the mid-4.6s during his pro day on Friday.

Otten also completed a 33-inch vertical and 4.45 short shuttle time, but more importantly he weighed in at 242 pounds after losing around 20 pounds due to a staph infection that limited his ability during the Senior Bowl. We expect a third day selection to be in Otten's future.
Source: CBS Sports
Mar 16 - 9:19 AM
David Quessenberry - T - Spartans

After polling NFL personnel men, CBS Sports' Rob Rang listed San Jose State OL David Quessenberry as a riser after Senior Bowl week.

Quessenberry is a former walk-on at the tight end position and showed promise at tackle, guard, and even backup snaps at center in Mobile. He is a bit light at 294 pounds, but Quessenberry held his own on counter power moves and was able to mirror with athletic footwork.
Source: CBS Sports
Jan 26 - 11:34 AM
Ryan Otten - TE - Spartans

San Diego State senior TE Ryan Otten caught three passes for 36 yards in the Spartans bowl win over Bowling Green.

Otten took a big shot early in the game on a crossing route between the hashes but stayed on the field. He and Fales weren't on the same page all afternoon, but Otten's length will definitely intrigue the NFL. An early third day selection seems likely.
Thu, Dec 27, 2012 07:47:00 PM

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