Matt Sims, Louisville Red-Shirt Freshman

Here is a scouting profile on Matt Simms, a standout quarterback during his four-year high school career at Don Bosco Prep in New Jersey before starting his career at the University of Louisvlle.

Simms is an accurate pocket passer who understands timing and rhythm. Obviously comes from a solid QB pedigree and understands the game. Has solid size. He gets set quickly and works through his progressions. Sees the field well and does not hold onto the ball. He is at his best in the short-to-intermediate passing game where he can dink and dunk and get rid of the ball on time. His release is relatively quick, and he anticipates routes well, particularly underneath. He is the type of quarterback who is tough and gutsy and shows good command of the offense. Has a calm feel in the pocket. Is a good ball handler and does a nice job on bootlegs -- throws accurately on the move. Is an above average athlete, but when rolling out, he is a crisp passer. Shows very good touch on the deep ball and although he lacks a powerful arm, he can drop the ball in over coverage. Unfortunately, Simms does not have the natural physical tools of his brother or father. He lacks great athleticism and the arm to drive the ball downfield on a consistent. He is a touch passer who lacks zip and power to fit the ball into tight spots downfield although he shows good zip on underneath routes. Low delivery point may get balls batted down in college. At the college level, the further downfield he goes with the ball, the less effective he will be in our opinion. He has above average feet and is not going to be able to buy many second passing chances with his legs, but can avoid, re-set and deliver. Overall, Simms needs to be in an offense that is predicated upon timing and a short-to-intermediate passing game to be at his best. He has a good understanding of the game and solid leadership skills. He had some problems when he committed to Louisville but he decommitted when Bobby Petrino left for Falcons, but them recommitted in late January.