In recent weeks, the quarterback that has jumped into the conversation for possible first round selections in April's draft is former Nevada QB, Colin Kaepernick. The four-year starter has wowed scouts at both the NFL Combine and at Nevada's Pro Day. Kaepernick brings experience as a leader and an incredibly strong arm to the table having been a former pitcher that could touch 95 mph with his fastball. The signal caller led the Wolfpack to an 13-1 season in 2010, including a win against Boston College in the Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl, a season defining victory over then 4th ranked Boise State, and a share of the WAC Championship.
The team that drafts Kaepernick will be getting a QB that has rushed for at least 1100 yards and 17 TDs along with throwing an average of 20 TDs per over the last three seasons. Kaepernick is intriguing as his potential to be great depends on the type of teaching he receives in the NFL. Many will doubt the QBs stats as he played in weaker WAC and a system that focused on his abilities. The question stands as to if Kaepernick will be able to run a pro-style offense effectively. The first round may be a bit of a reach, but second or third round seems to be where this gunslinger will be taken. Kaepernick's potential could lead him to becoming the next Michael Vick or perhaps JaMarcus Russell. Only time will tell.
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