Friday, February 16, 2024

The agency Athletes First has directed clients to not participate in any cognitive or psychological testing during the NFL's pre-draft process

NBC:
Specifically, the fact that certain results and performance were leaked publicly last year demonstrates that there truly is no confidentiality with these tests.
The test, which replaced the Wonderlic for NFL testing, "scientifically measures an athlete's game-speed cognitive abilities down to a millisecond level."

[C.J.] Stroud took the test multiple times and scored the lowest of the 2023 quarterback prospects, with 18 percent out of 100. The low score could be a red flag to some teams as they finalize their draft board and may lead to some questioning whether to take the prospect.

Stroud responded to the criticism after participating in the NFL Play Football clinic, defending himself and his abilities on the field.

"I'm a football player. ... I'm not an S2 taker,"