Zach
Mettenberger.
Zach
Mettenberger.
LSU· 6'5"· 224 lb
Mettenberger is best suited for a pro-style, downfield passing attack that incorporates play-action and relies on his arm strength from the pocket.
He projects as a developmental backup with the potential to grow into a starting role by his second or third year in a system that maximizes his arm talent.
His value significantly diminishes in a spread RPO or mobile quarterback-centric offense that requires frequent reads on the move or designed runs.
A strong-armed pocket passer who thrives in a traditional pro-style system, Mettenberger requires a scheme that prioritizes his deep ball and minimizes the need for improvisation or athleticism outside the pocket.
| Yr | Team | G | Cmp | Att | Yds | TD | Int |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | LSU | 5 | 8 | 11 | 92 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | LSU | 13 | 207 | 352 | 2609 | 12 | 7 |
| 2013 | LSU | 12 | 192 | 296 | 3082 | 22 | 8 |
| Career | — | 30 | 407 | 659 | 5783 | 35 | 15 |
A dash means the figure is not published by a source we trust — never a zero we invented.
Everything above is the pre-draft evaluation. This section is what actually happened — updated year over year.