Player Profile: Sam Bradford

Like most college quarterbacks with the hype of Sam Bradford, it’s not a question of “if” he’ll be drafted in the first round, more a question of “where”.

Sure, the injuries Bradford sustained this season raise some minor questions about his durability and his immediate health, but are likely temporary hindrances in what appears to be a polished and refined NFL-ready game. After declaring for the Draft, we know for sure where Bradford will be before his name is called in April. Now it’s time to start thinking about where he’ll be after an NFL team calls his name. Here’s a look at the positives and negatives of Bradford’s game as he prepares a transition to the pro stage, followed by a few teams that should be targeting him.

The Good:

Statistically (short of the 2009 season), there are few quarterbacks that match-up with what Bradford did from 2007-2008. Over that span, he led an elite Oklahoma offense by throwing 86 touchdowns through the air, along with nearly 8,000 passing yards. Throw in his mere eight interceptions in each of those two seasons, and Bradford was a near lock to be the top pick in the 2010 NFL Draft.

Of course, it’s not just all about stats with Bradford. He shows great range on all his passes, while having the accuracy and arm to make every necessary throw at the next level.

His already adequate height and frame will only get bigger and stronger, which will hopefully help him rid of any durability concerns.

The level of competition he faces was regularly at a borderline elite level, and Bradford