Wonderlic Score Analysis

27
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Quarterback Average 25
NFL Average 20
Percentile 60th

Brandon Weeden's Wonderlic score of 27 places them above the average for NFL Quarterbacks. This score indicates solid problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills that translate directly to on-field performance.

Career Overview

Brandon Weeden is a quarterback who played his college ball at Oklahoma State. Weeden was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 2012. He got off to a rough start, but defeated AFC North rivals Cincinnati and Pittsburgh that year, and ended up throwing for 3,385 yards, a Cleveland rookie record.

The 2013 season was difficult for Weeden, as injuries and poor performance forced him to sit out games in favor of Jason Campbell and Brian Hoyer. In 2014 he went to Dallas as Tony Romo's backup, where he remained in 2015. That year he was waived, and picked up by the Texans.

Weeden's Wonderlic test score was 27, a good score in keeping with a quarterback's more cerebral position.

Intelligence on the Field

The Wonderlic score helps predict Brandon Weeden's ability to:

  • Learn complex schemes: Quickly grasp and execute team strategies
  • Make split-second decisions: Process information rapidly during plays
  • Adapt to game situations: Adjust to opponent strategies mid-game
  • Communicate effectively: Coordinate with teammates on the field