They can't be hit when they're standing in the pocket as a QB, but they can be hit when in the "read option" stance or when running. Manziel makes a lot of plays with his legs, many that come after the line of scrimmage where he can get hit. This is where his smaller frame might be a factor (like it is for RG3). He's avoided injury so far but he's not the size of a Newton or Bortles.PurpleHalo wrote: I think this is less of an issue in this era, QBs really can't be hit much. They have a huge advantage, if a finger brushes a QBs helmet it's 15 yards. Sure if he leaves the pocket, he will take hits, but he has that ability to lessen contact. The one and only thing that should be a concern is actual height, but special players often survive just fine with certain limitations. All that being said, I think the Vikings would have to trade up at this point. I don't see him on the board at 8.
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