Tyler Van Dyke QB Wisconsin | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Tyler Van Dyke QB Wisconsin
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| PLAY STYLE: Pocket Passer | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 12/13/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.85 seconds (45%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 23.9 DOB: 03/01/2001 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| PLAY STYLE: Pocket Passer | |
| Last Updated: 12/13/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| 40 time: 4.85 seconds (45%*) | |
| Age: 23.9 DOB: 03/01/2001 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 74.3 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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76% |
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| Release Speed: |
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81% |
| Short Passing: |
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75% |
| Medium Passing: |
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79% |
| Long Passing: |
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80% |
| Rush/Scramble: |
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51% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
7th
Overall Rank:
#230
Position rank:
#21
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| College Games: 34 College Snaps: 1930 | ||
ESPN RATING: 84/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#110
Pos Rank:
#3
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 87/100
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| Ovr Rank: #20 Pos Rank: #9 | ||
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RIVALS RATING: 5.8 (95%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Jack Coan - Notre Dame |
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76% |
| Davis Mills - Stanford |
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72% |
| Aidan O'Connell - Purdue |
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70% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Tyler Van Dyke emerged as a promising quarterback prospect at Miami, showcasing his potential with an impressive redshirt freshman season in 2021. The Connecticut native earned ACC Rookie of the Year and ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year honors, throwing for 2,931 yards, 25 touchdowns, and only six interceptions. Van Dyke's performance put him on the NFL Draft radar early, but his development stalled in subsequent seasons.In 2022, injuries limited Van Dyke to nine games, where he threw for 1,835 yards, 10 touchdowns, and five interceptions. His 2023 campaign showed improved efficiency but still fell short of his breakout year, with 2,703 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions in 11 games. Despite the statistical regression, Van Dyke maintained his status as a notable quarterback prospect.
After three seasons at Miami, Van Dyke transferred to Wisconsin for his final year of eligibility. The move presents an opportunity for the 6'4", 230-pound signal-caller to revitalize his draft stock and address the inconsistencies that have plagued his recent performances. As he enters his age-24 season, Van Dyke aims to showcase the potential that once had him projected as an early-round selection.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Boasts prototypical QB size with a sturdy frame, allowing him to stand tall in the pocket and deliver strikes under pressure
- Plus arm talent with the ability to drive the ball to all three levels of the field, showcasing excellent zip on deep outs and seam routes
- Demonstrates a quick, compact release with consistent spiral and velocity, enabling him to fit passes into tight windows
- Exhibits impressive arm elasticity, capable of altering arm angles to deliver throws around defenders and off-platform
- Shows good touch and layering ability on deep balls, particularly on fades and back-shoulder throws along the boundary
- Displays pocket toughness and spatial awareness, adept at sliding within the pocket to buy time while keeping eyes downfield
- Flashes the ability to work through progressions and make full-field reads when given time in the pocket
- Possesses enough functional mobility to extend plays and pick up occasional yards on designed runs or scrambles
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Inconsistent lower body mechanics lead to erratic ball placement, particularly when throwing on the move or under duress
- Struggles with consistent accuracy in the short to intermediate game, often forcing receivers to adjust and limiting YAC opportunities
- Demonstrates questionable decision-making under pressure, prone to forcing throws into coverage rather than taking the checkdown
- Lacks elite escapability and second-reaction ability, limiting his effectiveness when plays break down
- Injury history raises concerns about durability and ability to withstand the rigors of a full NFL season
Scouting Report: Summary
A prototypical pocket passer with plus-arm talent, Van Dyke flashes the tools to succeed at the next level but needs significant refinement. His ability to drive the ball downfield and fit passes into tight windows stands out, but inconsistent mechanics and decision-making hinder his effectiveness. The flashes of brilliance are there, but the tape shows a player still raw in critical areas.Van Dyke's best fit at the pro level would be in a vertical passing attack that leverages his arm strength and allows him to push the ball downfield. A team with a strong offensive line and a quarterback-friendly system could maximize his potential while masking his current limitations. However, his lack of plus mobility and struggles with short and intermediate accuracy may limit his scheme versatility.
While the physical tools are evident, Van Dyke's draft stock hinges on his ability to clean up his footwork, improve his processing speed, and demonstrate better ball placement consistency. His final season at Wisconsin will be crucial in determining whether he can elevate his game and realize his potential as an NFL quarterback.
Written By:
K.C. Martinez (Big Ten)
Tyler Van Dyke percentiles vs other Quarterbacks (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Tyler Van Dyke (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
374.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
26.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.