Wonderlic Score Analysis

19
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Quarterback Average 25
NFL Average 20
Percentile 26th

Tarvaris Jackson's Wonderlic score of 19 places them at the average for NFL Quarterbacks. This score indicates developing problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills that translate directly to on-field performance.

Career Overview

Tarvaris Jackson won a Super Bowl as a back up to Russell Wilson in 2013. He did get to play in the game itself as the Seahawks trounced the Broncos. Most remember Jackson's failed stint with the Vikings who drafted him in 2006 from Alabama State. He came into the league with a wonderlic test score of 19. The test that measures mental capacity would place him at the lower end among his fellow quarterbacks. When compared to the 37 that Aaron Rodgers put up entering the league it could be safe to say that mental capacity has a lot to do with NFL success as a quarterback.

Intelligence on the Field

The Wonderlic score helps predict Tarvaris Jackson'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