💬 Leonard Fournette, Wonderlic score of 11 keeps LSU tradition alive

[TUSKtimes]

Leonard Fournette reportedly did not do very well on the NFL’s trusted test for measuring intelligence.

According to The Journal Sentinel’s Bob McGinn, Fournette scored an 11 out of 50 on the Wonderlic test at the NFL Combine. A score of 20 is considered “average” intelligence, and the average score for running backs in 16.

Florida State RB Dalvin Cook also scored an 11, and Oklahoma’s Joe Mixon scored a 12. Stanford RB Christian McCaffrey recorded a 21, while Tennessee RB Alvin Kamara scored a 24.
A Wonderlic score does not necessarily predict NFL success or failure. Longtime NFL running back and Pro Bowler Frank Gore scored a 6 on his test before he was drafted. But a low score will be something teams consider as they evaluate prospects.

Fournette’s draft stock has been rising since the combine. He surprised people with a 4.51 in the 40-yard dash, and he alleviated some of the concerns about his weight by dropping 12 poundsbefore his pro day workout.

Many mock drafts project the LSU running back as a top-10 pick. Some people in the NFL have suggested he could be in play for the No. 1 overall pick, though the Cleveland Browns are reportedly deciding between Texas A&M DE Myles Garrett and North Carolina QB Mitchell Trubisky. Despite the low Wonderlic score, it does not appear that Fournette will slip too far down draft boards.

The NFL Draft starts Thursday, April 27.
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[bradenob]

I think the guy has shown class and character over time, and despite the score, would be an excellent player and teammate.

 

[BamaFan334]

Not even sure why they give this test, because it hasn't kept anyone from getting drafted whether they score a 6, 11, or a 30.

 

[TUSKtimes]

Not even sure why they give this test, because it hasn't kept anyone from getting drafted whether they score a 6, 11, or a 30.

I do recall Morris Claiborne had a 4. After 3 or 4 yrs in college, they should have a clue by now of how they would do on the Wonderlic and just say no.

 

[PurlJam]

Better than Vince Young, I think his score was down in the single digits.

 

[TerryP]

Better than Vince Young, I think his score was down in the single digits.

He retook the test and more than doubled his original score. It was still very low when compared to what is the 'norm' for the QB position.

I'm very inclined to believe most don't care about what they get on the test until their poor efforts are published.

 

[Bamabww]

the Cleveland Browns are reportedly deciding between Texas A&M DE Myles Garrett and North Carolina QB Mitchell Trubisky.

( thread hijack )
and this is why they are a perennial bottom dweller.

 

[alabama mike]

All LF needs to know is to run left, right, wide, pass block or pass play.

( thread hijack )
and this is why they are a perennial bottom dweller.

What's to decide? All they need to do is take Garrett or trade down for many more picks. Personally, I would look at teams that have at least two picks in the 1st round and a 2nd rounder or one 1st round and 2-3 in the second round. Bottom line the Browns need more than one player.

 

[No Huddle]

All LF needs to know is to run left, right, wide, pass block or pass play.



What's to decide? All they need to do is take Garrett or trade down for many more picks. Personally, I would look at teams that have at least two picks in the 1st round and a 2nd rounder or one 1st round and 2-3 in the second round. Bottom line the Browns need more than one player.

I would trade out of the number 1 spot. I would pick all defense and if a great O line guy if it fell in my lap. But build a defense and run the damn ball. But who am I?

 

[TerryP]

But build a defense and run the damn ball. But who am I?

Based on this post? A Bama fan.

 

[No Huddle]

Based on this post? A Bama fan.

Guilty as charged your honor.

 

[JoshB]

Didnt Cam Newton score a 6 one year :rolf:

 

[PurlJam]

He retook the test and more than doubled his original score. It was still very low when compared to what is the 'norm' for the QB position.

I'm very inclined to believe most don't care about what they get on the test until their poor efforts are published.

So he went from a 2 to over a 4.

 

[planomateo]

McCaffrey with a 21 is more of a surprise to me. 3 years at Stanford (~3.43 gpa) and went to a private high school.

 

[PurlJam]

McCaffrey with a 21 is more of a surprise to me. 3 years at Stanford (~3.43 gpa) and went to a private high school.

Book smarts ≠ common sense.