Major Applewhite

Wonderlic Score Analysis

Major Applewhite's Wonderlic score of 26 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

Major Applewhite is a former college quarterback who is currently the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the University of Houston. Applewhite is best known for his time as the starting quarterback for the University of Texas Longhorns. While at the University of Texas, Applewhite was very successful being named the Big 12 Conference's Offensive Player of the Year in 1999 and being named the MVP of the 2001 Holiday Bowl.

While Applewhite was successful in college, he was not highly sought after by NFL teams. White participated in a number of NFL preparation exercises and performed well, including getting a Wonderlic test score of 26. While he was not drafted, Applewhite was signed by the New England Patriots after the draft.

Intelligence on the Field

The Wonderlic score helps predict Major Applewhite'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