Brian Hoyer

Despite less than impressive statistics as a senior (51 percent completion rate, nine touchdowns and nine interceptions), Hoyer ranks as one of the more intriguing senior quarterbacks prospects due to his combination of size, arm-strength and accuracy. With so many college offenses predicated on the spread attack, some scouts are especially willing to give Hoyer a bit of a break with regards to his senior year statistics because of the Spartans' run-first offense and his receivers' propensity to drop passes. Savvy scouts also look back to 2007, when Hoyer was blessed with a legitimate NFL-caliber receiver in Devin Thomas (now with the Washington Redskins) and passed for 2,725 yards with 20 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. In a weak quarterback class, Hoyer's solid week of practice at the East-West Shrine Game could result in a middle-round selection.

positives

At least adequate height and bulk for the position. Efficient game-manager. Reads defenses well and checks down quickly. Efficient setup and delivery. Good footwork. Over the top release. Throws the ball with enough zip to make every NFL throw. Good overall accuracy, especially in the short to intermediate areas. Can step up in the pocket to avoid the pass rush. Keeps his eyes downfield. Delivers a catchable ball that allows his receivers to make yardage after the catch. Stood out at the East-West Shrine Game practices as the group's best and most consistent passer.

negatives

Wildly inconsistent. Doesn't sense the pocket collapsing and will take the big hit. Has struggled with locking onto his primary receiver at times. Blessed with an NFL-caliber receiver and tight end in 2007 and struggled in 2008 without them. Has enough tools to consider late, but isn't special in terms of arm strength, size or accuracy. Struggled a bit in both of his bowl game starts, finishing with two touchdowns to five interceptions in a pair of losses.

Participated in the 2004 Ohio All-Star Classic and the July 24 Ohio-Pennsylvania Big 33 All-Star Game.

PrepStar All-American.

ranked among the nation's top 20 pro-style quarterbacks by Rivals.com (No. 14).

named to PrepStar's, Prep Football Report's and SuperPrep's All-Midwest Teams.

listed among the Midwest's top prospects by Prep Football Report (No. 28) and SuperPrep (No. 49).

rated among Ohio's top 20 seniors by Rivals.com (No. 16).

compiled a 16-7 record (.696) as a two-year starter for Coach Chuck Kyle at St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland.

Associated Press Division I honorable mention all-state selection as a senior.

selected to the Northeast Lakes All-District Team.

completed 158-of-281 throws (.562) for 2,570 yards, 21 touchdowns and 13 interceptions in 2003 while leading the Wildcats to a 9-3 record.

threw for 318 yards (17 of 38) and four scores vs. Columbus St. Francis DeSales.

named USA Today Prep Player of the Week after passing for 273 yards and three TDs in a 56-29 victory over Shaker Heights.

hit 17 of 27 passes for a season-high 375 yards vs. Erie (Pa.) Cathedral Prep.

threw for 272 yards and four TDs vs. Westerville North in the 2003 season opener.

connected on 131-of-263 passes (.498) for 2,130 yards, 18 TDs and 12 INTs in 2002.

attended the same high school that produced current Houston Texan quarterback Dave Ragone, a three-year starter for John L. Smith at Louisville from 2000-02.

also participated in baseball as a pitcher, infielder and outfielder.

compiled an 8-1 record with a 1.99 ERA as a sophomore while leading St. Ignatius to the 2002 Division I state championship.

Son of Axel and Julie Hoyer.

born Oct. 13, 1985.

participated in the "Teams for Toys" program in December 2005, collecting and distributing gifts to needy children in the Lansing area.

majoring in interdisciplinary studies in social science - community relations.