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Pat Caputo: Stafford Or Tebow - 10 Years From Now, Who Will Be Considered Better?

Sounds like an easy question with a simple answer - Stafford, of course.

His skill set for the prototypical NFL quarterback are a lot better. The big arm. The quick release. Pocket presence. Swagger. He is not a statue. He has some mobility and decent speed for a QB.
It's not even close.

So I'll take the easy answer. I'll say Stafford, but I don't think it's a slam dunk.

Tebow is a special athlete. That was evident at the scouting combine when he tested so well. He runs like a tailback, and dishes as much punishment as he takes when tackled. His work habits are legendary. So are his leadership skills. He was arguably the greatest college football player of all time. His passing numbers at Florida were extraordinary.

His throwing motion is always under question as it relates to the NFL. I think it is exaggerated because lefties always look funky when they throw.

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