C.J. Stroud (Ben Jackson/Getty Images) NFL executives reportedly questioned the pro readiness of Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud, a projected early pick in the 2023 draft. Jeff Howe and Dane Brugler of The Athletic provided comments Friday from two unnamed members of NFL front offices about their concerns with Stroud amid his third college season with the Buckeyes. “C.J. is more of a traditional pocket passer,” one exec said. “I’d like to see him really work some underneath throws a little bit better in terms of being able to take something off some of his throws. He throws a really good deep ball and excels with that, but I want to see how he can consistently manage the short and intermediate throws that are going to be true NFL-type throws.” A general manager added: “Stroud to me is not as polished. He’s got a tremendous skill set but still needs…
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