Jeff Sims, QB, Arizona State
Size:
Height: 6’4” | Weight: 220 lbs
Accomplishments:
Four-star recruit
“Jeff Sims is a talented QB prospect with an exciting dual-threat skill set combined with NFL height and weight to be a developmental backup.”
Strengths:
An exciting set of physical tools
Designed QB run game
Great arm talent
Concerns:
Accuracy and ball placement consistency
Poor decision-making
Anticipation
Turnovers
Film Analysis:
Jeff Sims checks every box from a physical and athletic standpoint. Sims' dual-threat ability adds an extra layer to the offense’s run concepts (QB draw, sweep, power, and read option). His live arm gives him access to every throw on the field.
Sims’ tape displays far-hash throws with little questions regarding velocity and arm strength. He fits passes into tight windows with easy velocity. He throws a beautiful 7-route (corner) with touch, timing, and ball placement. He does a solid job remaining disciplined and navigating the pocket and looks to throw before escaping to run. He throws with a surprisingly impressive touch down the field. Sims can play on schedule and off schedule if the defense dictates it. He delivers the ball with a quick and snappy release, especially in the quick passing game. Sims has quiet feet in the pocket and plays with good poise. His accuracy is evident on short-to-intermediate throws. His lower-body mechanics are solid—he swivels the hips and generates plenty of torque to drive throws. Sims throws from different platforms and arm angles.
Sims’ arm talent is real, but his deep ball is inconsistent. He tries to deliver them as line drives—adding more air will be beneficial. Sims struggles with post-snap processing and reading the defensive coverage, leading to him holding onto the football in the pocket. Anticipation throws are lacking on film. He waits until receivers break out of their routes before winding to throw. Lateness creates unnecessary pressure and leaves his OL out to dry. Sims must avoid predetermining his desired target pre-snap and let the defense dictate who receives the pass. Facing pressure rushes his process and creates sloppy mechanics, leading to poor accuracy and ball placement. Sims tends to throw from a static base without activating his feet to step into his throws.
Sims projects as a role-specific backup with high potential and upside due to his exciting physical tools. Sims would benefit from sitting behind an established veteran and learning.
Prospect Projection: Day 3 — Role Specific Contributor
Written By: Damian Parson
Exposures: Minnesota (2023), Colorado (2023), Maryland (2023), Duke (2022), Clemson (2022)
