Kyle McCord impresses NFL scouts with strong performance at East-West Shrine Bowl
syracuse.com — February 5, 2025, 07:01 PM UTC
Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord impressed NFL scouts at the East-West Shrine Bowl, showcasing strong arm talent through advanced metrics. His spiral efficiency was 93%, spin rate averaged 699 RPM, and maximum velocity reached 55.7 mph, all above NFL averages. Eric Galko, the Shrine Bowl's decision-maker, ranked McCord as a top-five quarterback prospect for the upcoming NFL Draft. He compared McCord to former first-round picks Jay Cutler and Baker Mayfield, highlighting their similar skill sets. The 2025 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 24-26. McCord's performance may influence his draft stock as teams evaluate potential quarterbacks.