Braxton Miller: Move to WR is a win for everyone involved
Jan 3, 2014; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Braxton Miller (5) attempts to avoid the tackle by Clemson Tigers linebacker Spencer Shuey (33) during the first half in the 2014 Orange Bowl college football game at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
Benefits for Miller’s NFL Draft hopes
While it was never likely that NFL teams would view Miller as a legitimate NFL quarterback prospect, he certainly had a great chance of playing running back or receiver.
Now, NFL teams won’t have to start from scratch. Miller is going to be fully on display as a receiver this season, and teams will get a clear look at what kind of player he is there. I don’t think other guys in his position make a mistake by not switching positions strictly to improve their NFL stock, but a player as athletic as Miller stands to really make a lot of money if this position switch works out for him.
At 6-2, 215 pounds, Miller has an ideal body type for an NFL receiver with solid height and great bulk. We’ve already talked about his deep speed but Miller also seems like he could be really effective in the short area passing game since he’s so quick in his cuts and moving with the ball in his hands.
Ultimately, Miller was no slouch as a college quarterback. An embarrassment of riches at the position led Ohio State to this dilemma, and Miller humbled himself and was willing to put aside all of his records and awards to make a position switch to better the team.
Fortunately for him, this will benefit not only the team but Miller too.
In a big way.