Zac Robinson

If not for the success of fellow Big 12 quarterbacks Sam Bradford and Colt McCoy, more across the country would know of Robinson. NFL scouts certainly know him; it isn't just coincidence the Cowboys produced highly touted pass-catchers Adarius Bowman, Brandon Pettigrew and Dez Bryant during Robinson's tenure. A highly-touted prep athlete out of Colorado, Robinson was recruited as a quarterback and wide receiver. His athleticism is an unheralded component of the success he's enjoyed for the Cowboys, as has rushed for 1,858 yards and 22 touchdowns over his career. Of course, where he has been most effective is through the air. Robinson is the Cowboys' all-time leading passer, accumulating 8,317 yards and 66 touchdowns (against 31 interceptions) over 34 games. Robinson showed a stronger arm at the Senior Bowl than scouts had given him credit for. He doesn't have the elite accuracy downfield to warrant a selection in the top 50, but has boasts enough to go along with reasonable arm strength and good mobility to warrant consideration in the middle rounds. Athletic and intelligent enough to handle the conversion from the spread to a pro-style offense, if given a few years to acclimate Robinson could ultimately develop into a starting caliber NFL quarterback.

setup/release

Will be making the transition from the shotgun/spread offense. Has the quick feet and balance to handle dropping back from center. Efficient set-up and an over-the-top delivery with a clean, compact release. Sets his feet and steps into his throws.

reading defenses

Quickly scans the field, showing a good understanding of the offense. Will stare down his primary target and will have to do a better job of moving the safety with his eyes. When he has time, reads through his progressions when his initial target is locked up and generally makes the correct throw. Has shown a tendency to develop happy feet when he has been hit early and often in games. Has struggled a bit with allowing games to snowball a bit.

arm strength

Doesn't own a howitzer, but has enough arm strength to be a successful NFL passer. Proved underrated zip to drive passes through the tight holes for the slant and drag routes at the Senior Bowl. Places too much loft on his deep throws down the sideline, however. Has to throw the deep ball with a flatter trajectory. Relies on generating power from his lower body for his longer, harder throws, and as such struggles to put consistent drive when on the move.

intangibles

Highly respected by fans, teammates and coaches. Versatile athlete who saw time for the Cowboys at quarterback, wide receiver and running back. Proved his toughness as a senior gutting it out despite suffering from various injuries, including a strained hamstring and a concussion. Suffered the concussion absorbing a huge hit from Texas Tech safety Jamar Wall.

on the move

An underrated component to his game. Not a true scrambling threat, but is willing to step up into the pocket to evade the outside rusher. Generally keeps his eyes downfield, though he can get a little panicky when he has been under consistent pressure. Good enough accuracy on the move to be a threat, but doesn't have a strong enough arm to heave it deep without setting his feet.

accuracy

Only average overall accuracy. Able to consistently hit his man, but too often forces his receiver to adjust his route, limiting opportunities for yards-after-the catch. Inconsistent in all areas of the field, especially in the intermediate and long throws outside the hash. Flashes the ability to place the deep out low and away, but is just as often high and inside. Puts a lot of loft on passes down the seam and down the sideline, which make for easy interceptions by savvy NFL defenders. Protected a bit by his scheme in college.

Generally regarded as one of the top athletes in the state of Colorado

A highly-coveted prospect who also starred as a receiver

Caught 39 passes for 850 yards and 11 touchdowns as a senior

Rivals.com rated Robinson a three-star prospect and the 10th-ranked dual-threat quarterback target in the country

Was also rated the ninth-best overall prospect in Colorado, regardless of position

Senior season quarterback numbers included 1,475 passing yards and 15 touchdowns with just six INTs

Also had 1,078 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns

Numerous honors included first-team all-Colorado, first-team all-state, Jefferson County offensive MVP, and all-conference honors as both a quarterback and punter

Recruited by Kansas State, Oklahoma, Colorado, Colorado State and Arizona State.

Born Sept. 29, 1986, in Edmond

Son of Russ and Myra Robinson

Has a brother, Chase, and two sisters, Katie Ann and Taylor

Majoring in general business

Mom is an OSU grad.