There has been a lot of discussion about the quality of PITT’s QB play so far in spring ball and at this point it could help to fine tune the background info a bit. Paul Zeise of the Post-Gazette has this to say about our two leading QBs:
The quarterback competition has been tough to follow because neither Mark Myers or Tino Sunseri has really distinguished himself in such a way that there is no contest. I thought by now we would see this happen but it has not. Both have shown flashes but Myers inexperience is easy to see as his decision making is not where it is supposed to be and Sunseri’s physical limitations have been well documented over the past two years and they aren’t going to change. I do think this offense will protect the quarterbacks much better than the last offense – which exposed them – so if either player can develop consistency they should be able to have some success.
That may be a bit more negative than I am and there is a contest regardless of the respective quality, but his observations aren’t far off. I’m not giving up on anyone though, either Sunseri or Myers at this point…
Going back to last season some PITT fans stated that Myers was being “over-hyped” and had not fulfilled expectations; that is all on the fan’s shoulders IMO. His national QB rating by the three major scouting services was, off the top of my head, #11, #32 and #103. They were all over the map with him because he only started one year of HS ball and because scouts saw different strengths and weaknesses in his game.
If you look at what ESPN.com said of him you’ll understand more about what we now realize he was like coming out of HS…
ESPN.com (insider sub) wrote this:
Myers is tall, strong pro-style quarterback prospect who has some good physical tools to develop at the college level. The lefty is bit raw and may be a late bloomer on the recruiting trail. Has very good size for a pocket-passer and better than adequate arm-strength. Big, strong kid who …
Scout.com saw him a bit differently:
“Has good size and understanding of the game. Makes sound decisions and takes care of the football. Has good accuracy and hits his receivers in stride. Displays good touch and placement on his passes. Footwork and mechanics can be tweaked, which will help him generate more velocity. Has excellent poise and intangibles.”
