Legendary Football Superstar

Ten drives, ten passes, nine completions, over two hundred yards, two touchdowns, zero picks.

What do these stats say? They scream that this quarterback's performance was flawless, even in a real game.

But let's be real, in an actual game, there'd be way more than ten drives; that might not even cover one quarter. Plus, the vibe and competition in a real game are way more intense. The practice squad is still in training mode, not game mode.

Also, throwing three long passes in a row in a real game? That's risky. One good play by the opposing cornerback could totally kill the quarterback's momentum. And let's not forget, this rookie QB went undrafted because there weren't enough game samples to judge his average level. Even the rookie camp drills weren't enough. So, was today's performance enough?

Number Eleven's offense in these ten drives was impressive, but overall, it was too aggressive. Some of his passing choices were like walking a tightrope. This time he nailed it, but in a real game, if he messes up, the stakes are way higher.

Jim was stoked about the data and results from these ten drives, but for the reasons mentioned, this wasn't what he was most hyped about.

When facing pass rush pressure, Number Eleven didn't just give up. He kept looking for openings to complete passes, showing a tenacity that's really commendable. That's the first point.

In the league, the most iconic quarterback like this is Aaron Rodgers. He always finds passing openings in the chaos, especially with the Green Bay Packers' shaky offensive line. Yet, he still manages to lead the team forward. No wonder people always say, "Aaron is carrying the entire team on his shoulders."

The second point is Number Eleven's ability to read the defense. In ten drives, he got sacked once, hit twice, and threw under pressure twice. Except for the sack, his defensive reads were mostly spot on, which really boosted his passing success rate.

In a real game, a ninety percent pass completion rate is almost impossible. But in these ten drives, Number Eleven's defensive reads and tactical designs were invaluable. That's the second point.

Sure, Number Eleven's got some weak spots. First off, his footwork and ability to dodge sacks and take hits need work. Second, his physical toughness could use some improvement. This is just training-level intensity; it's hard to imagine how he'd handle game-level pressure. His passing accuracy and defensive reads would probably take a hit, but who knows by how much.

That's the tough test all rookie quarterbacks have to face.

Even so, beyond the two points of satisfaction, Jim found today's biggest win: a perfect score on the Wonderlic Personnel Test. What does that mean?

In NFL history, only one player has ever aced the Wonderlic Personnel Test. Luke is the second, and the only quarterback to do it. No one really knows how much the Wonderlic matters for a quarterback or how it affects performance. But from the rookie camp and today's tryout, it's clear Number Eleven is a smart player, and it shows.

In the rookie camp scrimmage, Number Eleven was the first to score a touchdown. People were impressed but didn't think much of it. But today, Jim saw Number Eleven pull off another miracle and even take it up a notch, making him think hard.

A player with a perfect Wonderlic score, does he learn the playbook super fast? How quick is he at understanding and applying it? And most importantly, in those critical game moments when every second counts, what choices would a quarterback with a perfect Wonderlic score make? Like that last drive, choosing a sixty-five-yard pass? Honestly, there are tons of talented players in sports, not just football. Geniuses are a dime a dozen because they're often too proud and too confident. They waste their talent and end up going nowhere. Finding someone who's both talented and hardworking is rare.

In the league, among those who really make it big, one out of ten might be an extraordinary genius; another might be a regular genius but super hardworking; the other seven have some talent but are incredibly hardworking; and the last one might have average talent but has put in a lifetime of effort to become a hardworking player, maybe not making history, but being an essential part of the game.

For those with talent who refuse to put in the work, competitive sports are a brutal arena where harsh realities play out every day.

So, which type does this Number Eleven quarterback belong to? Or, which type will he become? His strengths and weaknesses are so distinct, even more so than in the rookie training camp. Choosing him is a gamble. But should Jim place his bet on this gamble? After finishing the final pass of the drive, Luke clenched his fist in a silent celebration, then thanked his temporary teammates one by one before heading off the field. The temporary teammates stayed on the field, waiting for the next quarterback to take the stage.

From a distance, Scott's face was lit up with surprise and joy. He exaggeratedly mouthed, "Unbelievable! Unbelievable!" and then gave Luke a big hug, whispering, "Jesus Christ, how did I not realize you were this good back at the Rose Bowl?" Seeing Scott's genuine admiration, Luke couldn't help but laugh and pointed out an important fact, "We were competitors."

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Unexpectedly, Scott waved his hand dismissively, "Competing with you, I don't stand a chance. Even if it were up to me, I would choose you." Noticing Luke's surprised look, Scott smiled, "I know my own abilities. Leaving the field was the right choice, but I was never content. Even as a backup, I wanted to leave a mark in this league. So, I have dreams but no obsessions."

Looking at Scott, Luke was reminded of John Ward. One chose to persist, the other chose to leave, but both shared a love for football.

"Number Eleven, Luke?" A voice called out. Luke and Scott exchanged a glance and turned around to see Jim.

It was Jim who had spoken, but he was now deep in thought and didn't respond further. Standing next to him, Geep waved with a bright smile, signaling Luke to come

over.

Luke quickly ran up. Geep, with a satisfied smile, patted Luke's chest heavily, "Good job out there." It was more than good; it was spectacular. But Geep wasn't surprised at all. He had known Luke was underestimated when he watched his training.

Luke nodded with a smile. After the draft ended, these past few months of trials and tribulations could be summed up as "a few months passed," but his daily training was relentless, step by step. Only he knew the hardships involved.

"How's your body holding up?" Jim interrupted their brief exchange, asking bluntly and directly.

Luke was a bit taken aback, "I'm fine."

Jim wasn't buying it and shook his head, "Don't pretend you're fine. I need to know your physical condition and how you are after the contact. Even if you lie now, we can arrange a physical exam, and the results will be the same." The gap in physical confrontation ability was Luke's biggest and most fatal shortcoming.

Luke quickly responded, "Trust me, everything's normal."

Sure, Luke's physical fitness couldn't match those monstrous defensive players or a tank like Cam Newton, but he wasn't made of glass either.

Compared to the hit he took earlier, Luke's right bicep was now feeling more lactic acid. Throughout the ten drives, Luke had stayed tense and slightly overexerted, making aggressive passing choices, so his arm felt some strain. But that was all. This was a do-or-die training scrimmage, so Luke kept taking risks. In a real game, he wouldn't push himself to such extremes.

He wasn't an elite quarterback yet, but he was on the path to becoming one. Luke firmly believed he was on the right track.

Jim gave Luke a once-over, a hint of doubt in his eyes, but he didn't push it. He just nodded slightly, "That's good to hear. Now, jog three laps and then practice twenty short passes on the side." With that, Jim turned his attention to the other quarterbacks, "Who's next?"

This time, the quarterbacks were much more eager, with at least five stepping forward. But Luke didn't pay attention and immediately started jogging.

He wasn't injured, just feeling the soreness from overexertion. Plus, in competitive sports, every athlete has some minor injuries. Enduring pain to compete is part of the game. For Luke, this was no problem.

While jogging, Luke saw Matt take the field, officially leading the offense. Luke refocused on his run, treating it as valuable rest time.

The tryout continued, but the situation had slightly changed. After the first day, eight quarterbacks were sent home, leaving only four. The second and third days of tryouts returned to normal.noveldrama

Small-scale scrimmages were held daily. On the afternoon of the third day, the four remaining quarterbacks participated in a full scrimmage, divided into two teams to test their ability to lead their teams to victory. The four quarterbacks were:

Matt Hasselbeck, Carson Palmer, Scott Tolzien, and Luke.