Wonderlic Score Analysis

40
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Quarterback Average 25
NFL Average 20
Percentile 95th

Darrell Hackney's Wonderlic score of 40 places them above the average for NFL Quarterbacks. This score indicates exceptional problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills that translate directly to on-field performance.

Career Overview

Darrell Hackney was a quarterback for the University of Alabama Birmingham from 2001 to 2005. His redshirt freshman season he made both the Conference USA all freshman team and the Sport News all freshman team. His Wonderlic Test Score of 40 is one of the highest ever recorded by a prospective NFL football player. Despite his amazing performance on the Wonderlic Test, which ranks 8th all time among NFL combine participants, he was not drafted by an NFL team. However, he did manage to have some success in the pro ranks. He played for the Cleveland Browns and Denver Broncos of the NFL, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League, and the United Football League's Florida Tuskers.

Intelligence on the Field

The Wonderlic score helps predict Darrell Hackney'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