DJ Uiagalelei is a better CJ Stroud

Sat, Apr 5, 2025
by SetTheNarrative.cappertek.com

DJ vs. CJ: Pocket Accuracy vs. Scramble Magic

When people talk quarterback accuracy, C.J. Stroud's name often comes up — and rightly so. But the real story is more nuanced.

DJ Uiagalelei is quietly one of the most mechanically accurate passers when working from a clean pocket. His fundamentals — base, release, spin — are consistent, and his ball placement on intermediate throws is better than most people give him credit for. DJ’s rating comes from how well he performs within structure.

C.J. Stroud, on the other hand, makes his living on the move. His pocket throws are solid but not elite. What separates him is his ability to stay accurate while rolling out — a trait that echoes Patrick Mahomes. CJ’s value spikes when he breaks the pocket and improvises.

So when comparing the two: DJ wins on-script, CJ wins off-script. And that distinction matters when projecting growth, fit, and long-term success.

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