Sleeper QB To Watch

by SethGrandpa on Apr 11, 2009 11:43 PM MDT

Mike Reilly
6'3" 214 lbs
Central Washington

This kid has has the potential to be a diamond in the rough. He's projected as a 5-7 round pick mainly because of the level of competition he faced.

Now it's true, Reilly did play on the DII level, but he was originally a Washington State recruit before transfering after his redshirt freshman year. He went on to become one of the best players in DII history, winning their equivalent of the Heisman last season.

I became aware of this guy after seeing him play against the Montana Grizzlies last season. He made some of the best throws I've ever seen, one's that translate no matter what the level.

For some video evidence, scroll down and check out the highlights or that game.

http://www.montanagrizzlies.com/pages/media_item.aspx?n=7076&m=18

Since it's a complete highlight package I'll pick the best moments out for you:

2:37 - Reilly completes a pinpoint throw to the back of the endzone where only his man can catch it.

3:41 - An amazing job scrabling away from mulitiple defenders and keeping his balance, then throwing it right between the defenders down the sideline for a big gain.

6:04 - This is the most amazing throw I've ever seen in person. A split second before getting hit he completes a bomb to a WR who catches it perfectly in stride. I could watch this throw on repeat, for a day and not get tired of it. Keep in mind that this is with 4:00 left in the game, trailing by 2 scores against a Top 5 I-AA team (they'd later go on to score again and take the lead, only to have Montana score in the final seconds).

Personally, I believe that if McDaniels thinks he's God's gift to QB development he should prove it. Reilly clearly has the talent, so maybe we can see if he can get coached up.

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he was discussed on Sirus radio today

I can’t remember who was discussing him. It may have been Gil Brandt. I just had it on in the background and couldn’t listen closely. They were saying that he really had all the tools and could be another sleeper like Brady. Another one they were discussing was Stephen McGee out of Texas A&M. I can see MacD taking at least one QB as a draft choice and he has room for 2, one third string and one on the practice squad.

by mauibroncofan on Apr 12, 2009 12:13 AM MDT reply actions

I was at that game too,

and the Griz had a great defense last year. This guy was the best QB the we faced all year. I would love to see what he can do at the next level. I hope he gets a shot, and the Broncos would be a good fit. Someone made the point the other day that maybe McD will draft QB projects in the late rounds over the next few years rather than taking guys like Sanchez, Bradford, or McCoy. Reilly would be a great start.

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by ButteBronco on Apr 12, 2009 8:45 AM MDT reply actions

A late round QB and a CFA would be a good fit

Since the long term viability of Orton/Simms is unknown, this looks like good timing to get a couple of developmental QBs. A lot of good QBs have come in thelate rounds. This is probably because the lower expectations and being given the opportunity to sit and learn for a couple of years vs. being thrown against professional defenses prematurely. Getting young players at QB that can grow with the new system makes a lot of sense right now.

I agree, Larsen shouldn’t get any bigger. I am getting tired of his bone crushing hits knocking the pixels off my TV, once they fall to the floor they are very hard to find.

by Arctic Bronco on Apr 12, 2009 6:40 PM MDT up reply actions

Another sleeper is Nate Davis Ball State...

Both these guys would be worth a late round flier.
Great find Seth Grandpa!
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by boydy2669 on Apr 12, 2009 9:40 AM MDT reply actions

Reilly is good SethG

I’ve seen him play and the guy is loaded with tallent. I personally would like to see us use a 5th or 6th round pick on him. I don’t think he will make it to the 7th round.
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by Mike Clark on Apr 13, 2009 7:26 AM MDT reply actions

Good analysis

Reilly played at what used to be called D1AA, not DII. So the competition means a little more I think. The Big Sky could be more competitive that it is. Outside of Montana, Eastern Washington is the only strong program there. But the kid has skills……

by bchiper on Apr 13, 2009 9:20 AM MDT reply actions