NFL player IQ test: what is NFL player IQ test called? All you need to know

Every year, NFL executives put together countless statistics before the NFL Draft, which looks at prospects for the upcoming season. While a player's physical performance is often considered, the testing is not limited to physical stats and more. Players need to go through an intelligence test, also helping to evaluate their aptitude before the NFL Draft. 

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What is NFL player IQ test called?

Now, scouts end up using multiple techniques to determine various prospects ahead of the NFL Draft. However, for one's unique intelligence, where aptitude and cognitive ability is tested, one takes the help of the Wonderlic Test or the Wonderlic Personnel Test. Lasting for a few minutes, the IQ is calculated via multiple-choice questions.

What is Wonderlic test? 

The Wonderlic Test is some kind of an IQ test, which tests the players' skill and aptitude for learning and solving problems. One can score between one to 50. Per reports, an average NFL player scores around 20 points, while the number 10 is needed to indicate basic understanding. The Wonderlic Test lasts for around 12 minutes, containing 50 MCQs.

The test, while used every year, has mixed reviews. Some apparently believe that there is no connection between the test and one's NFL career. However, some believe that it does somehow make a difference. 

The number of questions answered accordingly reflect the score. For example, if a player answers 30 questions, he will score 30. There are apparently two types of Wonderlick Questions – Basic and Advanced. Calculators are not allowed, while players can skip questions. 

Wonderlic test results for some current NFL players

• Carson Wentz, quarterback – 40
• Aaron Rodgers, quarterback – 35
• Kirk Cousins, quarterback – 33
• Tom Brady, quarterback – 33
• Ezekiel Elliott, running back – 32
• Matt Ryan, quarterback – 32
• Myles Garrett, defensive end – 31
• JJ Watt, defensive end – 31
• Jimmy Garoppolo, quarterback – 29
• Nick Foles, quarterback – 29
• Russell Wilson, quarterback – 28
• Jameis Winston, quarterback – 27
• Dak Prescott, quarterback – 25
• Patrick Mahomes, quarterback – 24
• Alvin Kamara, running back – 24
• Jalen Ramsey, cornerback – 24
• Marshon Lattimore, cornerback – 23
• Cam Newton, quarterback – 21
• Deshaun Watson, quarterback – 20
• Derek Carr, quarterback – 20

Highest NFL Player IQ test results 

• Pat McInally, punter/wide receiver – 50
• Mike Mamula, defensive end – 49
• Kevin Curtis, wide receiver – 48
• Ryan Fitzpatrick, quarterback – 48
• Ben Watson, tight end – 48

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