Quarterback mobility has become a tantalizing trait NFL teams have been looking to incorporate into their offense in recent seasons. Names like Steve Young, Randall Cunningham, and Pittsburgh’s very own Kordell “Slash” Stewart were before their time, showcasing their legs along with their arms as a threat to beat opposing defenses on the ground as well as through the air. Michael Vick revolutionized the position with his ability to attack defenses with his legs, starting the trend of having a mobile quarterback be more sought after than your traditional pocket passer.
Over the last several years, we’ve seen teams prioritize quarterback mobility as more and more franchise quarterbacks are displaying that dual-threat skill set.