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Overview
When Wright signed with Miami he was widely considered the top prep quarterback prospect in the country, but his play has regressed each of the past three seasons. Wright has good size, athleticism and the quick release NFL scouts are looking for. With his natural ability, there will be a team willing to take a late-round chance on Wright as a developmental prospect even though he lacks a monster arm.
Analysis
Positives: Prototype size for the position.. Smooth footwork and set-up.. Good short- and medium-range accuracy.. Adequate arm strength to complete the deep pass.. Good overall athletic ability.. Can buy time in the pocket and has the speed and elusiveness to gain yards as a scrambler.. Intelligent player who can take plays from the chalkboard and apply them to the field.
Negatives: Lacks poise when facing a heavy rush.. Stares down his primary target and trusts his own arm and the athleticism of his receivers too much, resulting in some terrible decisions.. Not a natural leader.. Adequate arm strength for the short- and medium-range, but lacks the arm strength to consistently place deep passes with accuracy.. Athletic on the move, but lacks instincts as a runner.
High School
Danville Monte Vista. Was widely regarded as the nation's top high school quarterback. A pocket passer with a strong arm and a quick release. An effective as a scrambler. Displayed strong leadership qualities. Described by his coach as "a once in a lifetime type of player". Led Monte Vista to two consecutive North Coach Section 3A East Bay championships.
Passed for 2,825 yards and 37 touchdowns in 2002 while completing 61 percent (167 of 282) of his passes with only four interceptions. Rushed for 313 yards and five touchdowns. As a junior in 2001 he completed 183 of 302 (60.6 percent) for 3,100 yards and 29 touchdowns with six interceptions and rushed for eight touchdowns. The 2002-03 Gatorade National High School Football Player of the Year (recognizing athletic achievement, overall character and academic achievement). A Parade All-American.
A Second Team selection on the USA Today All-America Team. The SuperPrep National Player of the Year. Rated the nation's No. 1 player on Allen Wallace's SuperPrep Elite 50. The nation's No. 1 quarterback by Allen Wallace's SuperPrep. The No. 1 player in the Far West by Allen Wallace's SuperPrep. The No. 2 player in the nation by Tom Lemming's Prep Football Report. The nation's No. 2 quarterback by Tom Lemming's Prep Football Report. The nation's No. 3 player on The Insiders.com Top 100.
A First Team selection on The Insiders.com All-America Team. The nation's No. 5 player on the Rivals100 National Top 100. A member of the Palm Beach Post National Top 50.. A two-time All-League, All-Area and All-Bay Area selection.. Chose Miami over Southern California and Texas. Maintained a 3.1 grade-point average at Monte Vista High. Graduated high school in December of 2002. Developed a program for 4th grade students called "Wright Step" (Stop, Think, Evaluate and Put into action) to help teach children how to make smart life decisions. Coached by Craig Bergman.
Personal
Graduated in December 2006 with a degree in sports administration.
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