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Cincinnati QB Tier 6: Can JC French IV prove doubters wrong?
23 Jul
Summary
- JC French IV ranked in Tier 6, second-lowest QB tier by analysts.
- French has experience but lacks the standout traits of his predecessor.
- Despite offensive line strength, French's previous team struggled protecting passer.
College football analysts Sam Khan Jr. and Antonio Morales have ranked Cincinnati's quarterback situation in Tier 6, indicating low expectations for the upcoming season. JC French IV, the team's new starting passer, landed in this second-lowest tier, raising questions about his ability to fill the shoes of departed star Brendan Sorsby.
French, a former two-year starter at Georgia Southern with 36 games of experience, possesses sufficient arm talent and mobility. However, analysts note he is significantly smaller than Sorsby and his performance numbers, while improving in some areas, do not stand out. One personnel director described him as having a "really good spin" on the ball, but a Sun Belt coach candidly stated French was "just average" and prone to inconsistency.
Despite Cincinnati boasting a top-tier offensive line, concerns remain about French's ability to elevate the offense. His previous team, Georgia Southern, ranked highly in pass-blocking grade but still allowed a high number of sacks, partly due to French's slower processing and escape ability. French's performance in the Big 12 will be critical for Cincinnati's bowl eligibility hopes this season.
