RJ Archer Pro Chances
Archer is interesting because he has the size, arm strength, and accuracy to possibly make it in the NFL and because the class is so weak he does not have to worry about getting lost in the shuffle. There are so many good FCS RBs this year and easy to forget or overlook some decent players but at QB scouts have been combing hard to find players because there have not been many. Previous W&M QBs have not made it but they all got a shot.
Archer was productive but not dominant like most sure fire FCS QBs are. His completion percentage (60%) is good enough but as a scout you would like to see it closer to 63 or above. He also had 9 INTs and 16 TDs. In his defense though his offense calls for a good bit of running and he is not asked to carry his team like others are. Archer is certainly a good enough athlete and as I said before has the arm to get a look. He just needs some more time to develop and become consistent. He also needs more reps.
Archer will certainly get a shot in camp but with just one season of starting experience it will be tough to make a camp the first time out. If NFL Europe were around he would be a prime candidate for it to improve for 1-2 years and then have a great shot at making a roster. Despite not having NFLE he is still a solid prospect who will no doubt be scooped up very quickly after the draft.
