The Making of a Pro QB

The Making of a Pro QB (2016)

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There is nothing top prospects won't do in order to get ahead of the competition for the NFL Draft. Up to and including quarterbacks stuffing their hands in buckets of rice to strengthen their arms. George Whitfield, noted quarterback guru and many of many pro day brooms, is featured on Making of a Pro QB -- airing on CBS Sports Network on Monday, April 11 at 10 p.m. -- and has draft prospects Connor Cook and Stephen Rivers working their hands through buckets of rice in order to get better at being quarterbacks.

Say that out loud and it makes zero sense. But watch the clip above and you start to realize how it does hold some logic. For starters, you need to have strong hands to be a quarterback. You need to have your hand strength while being attacked too. The bucket-of-rice exercise increases the strength -- or at least shows the strength -- and also works the forearm muscles. It sounds goofy, but it looks terrifying when you actually see it in progress. And you really start to realize how difficult the life of a quarterback prospect can be.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 22:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Episode 3Apr 25, 2016
S01E02Episode 2Apr 18, 2016
S01E01Episode 1Apr 11, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Making of a Pro QB' premiere?

'The Making of a Pro QB' premiered on September 6, 2016.

What network aired 'The Making of a Pro QB'?

'The Making of a Pro QB' aired on ESPN.

How many episodes did 'The Making of a Pro QB' have?

'The Making of a Pro QB' had 11 episodes.

What was the show about?

'The Making of a Pro QB' followed five quarterbacks as they prepared for the 2016 NFL draft.

Who were the quarterbacks featured in 'The Making of a Pro QB'?

The quarterbacks featured in 'The Making of a Pro QB' were Jared Goff, Carson Wentz, Paxton Lynch, Christian Hackenberg, and Kevin Hogan.

Who produced 'The Making of a Pro QB'?

'The Making of a Pro QB' was produced by ESPN Films.

Who narrated 'The Making of a Pro QB'?

Actor Josh Charles narrated 'The Making of a Pro QB'.

Where was 'The Making of a Pro QB' filmed?

'The Making of a Pro QB' was filmed in various locations, including the quarterbacks' college campuses, training facilities, and the NFL combine.

What was the format of 'The Making of a Pro QB'?

'The Making of a Pro QB' was a documentary series that followed the quarterbacks through their training and preparation for the NFL draft.

How long was each episode of 'The Making of a Pro QB'?

Each episode of 'The Making of a Pro QB' was approximately 30 minutes long.

Who directed 'The Making of a Pro QB'?

The series was directed by NFL Films' Shannon Furman.

What was the reception of 'The Making of a Pro QB'?

'The Making of a Pro QB' received positive reviews from critics and viewers.

Did 'The Making of a Pro QB' feature interviews with NFL coaches and executives?

Yes, 'The Making of a Pro QB' featured interviews with NFL coaches and executives, including Los Angeles Rams head coach Jeff Fisher and Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson.

Was 'The Making of a Pro QB' nominated for any awards?

'The Making of a Pro QB' was not nominated for any major awards.

Was 'The Making of a Pro QB' focused on the quarterbacks' off-field lives?

No, 'The Making of a Pro QB' was primarily focused on the quarterbacks' training and preparation for the NFL draft.

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