This is an older video, but I wanted to say that the content is really good. I've been watching NFL draft prospects for 20 years, and I thought you deserved to know that this is a great breakdown. Three suggestions though: (1) Discuss a prospect's weakness and areas for improvement. Every prospect has them, and it may not be an honest assessment otherwise. In this, you can talk about how similarly situated players struggle presently in the league. (2) As a separate section, talk about what schematic roles the player can fill. (3) Lastly, give a destination where you want to see the prospect land. For example, "Cowing would be really interesting in a Bears offense with a new rookie. Cowing can pair with a young QB and be said Rookie's Tank Dell for the next 4 years."
@@TheBorderJumper17 I haven't got through all of the WRs yet, but I have watched at least three games for 38 players. Notable guys that I haven't watched yet are: Brendan Rice, Ja'Lynn Polk, J. Michael Sturdivant, Je'Quan Burton, Bru McCoy, Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint So I divide WRs up into Tiers of: (1) Scheme Diverse All Stars; (2) Athletically Adequate--Great Technicians; (3) Great Athletes--Schematically Limited Role; (3) Athletic Bets that I Believe In; (4) Atheltic Bets that I have Questions on; (5) Less Athletic, But Good Technicians; (6) Do Not Touch; and (7) Still Unknown. I rank players within each tier. Scheme Diverse All Stars (who can play in three or more NFL roles): Nabors, Harrison Jr, Thomas Jr., Franklin. Athletically Adequate--Great Technicians are guys who can play a more limited number of NFL roles but are excellent in their role. Rome Odunze is in this category; Emeka Egbuka would also have been here (had he stayed in the draft class). Great Athletes--Schematically Limited Role is a tier for guys who are limited to slot receivers in the NFL. Guys who show some possibility for playing on the perimiter are ranked higher on my board. This tier includes: Anthony Gould, Jalen McMillan, Landd McConkey, Jacob Cowing, Tahj Washington, Jacob Cowing, Roman Wilson. Athletic Bets that I Believe in is a tier of guys that I believe can be productive NFL players. They can contribute immediately in a smaller role that is tailored to their skillset. They may just need to refine one or two parts of their game before they find top tier NFL success. This tier includes: Jermaine Burton, Xavier Worthy, Javon Baker, and Xavier Legette. Athletic Bets that I Still Have Questions On Tier are guys that have significant questions about how they adapt to the NFL. This tier includes: Johnny Wilson, Devnotez Walker, Malachi Corley, Tory Horton, Bub Means, Adonai Mitchell, Ainas Smith, Corey Crooms. The Less Atheltic, But Very Good Technicians are guys who may not have NFL athleticism but are capable enough that they could fill a role for an NFL team: Ricky Pearsall, Cade Autman-Bell, Luke McCaffery, Malik Washington, Jamari Thrash. My "Do Not Touch Tier" are guys that I fundamentally don't believe in their game translating to an NFL role. Those guys are: Keon Coleman, Moose Muhammad, Isaiah Williams, Ajou Ajou, and Hayden Hatten. "The Still Unknown" Tier are guys that I find it too hard to gauge what his NFL future could be. This is usually because level of competition makes it impossible to say if someone is good or not. These are guys that you should consider for UDFA targets to put on practice squad. Jalen Coker and Ryan Flournoy are this tier.
@@TheBorderJumper17 Guys that I am higher on than "consensus" include Troy Franklin (lacks the weight to muscle through contact but he gets great separation); Anthony Gould (NFL slot size but played outside at OSU and showed that he knows how to get off press despite his size limitations--also a great punt returner); and Jalen McMillan (with good size, he poses a real threat as a route runner and YAC specialist--only reason he is held back is because I can't really speak to his ability to get off press). Guys that I am lower on Keon Coleman (I don't like his ability to separate or running routes; see him as a "Contested Catch Artist" only--and those guys have a limited NFL role); Adonai Mitchell (same reasons as Coleman); Devontez Walker (athletically has the skills to be great, but he doesn't separate well at all) and Roman Wilson (what he showed at the Senior Bowl doesn't match what was on tape; not saying it has to, but the Senior Bowl 1-on-1s are designed for shifty, small slots with vertical speed to win).
Yeah Cowing and Malik Washington were 2 of my favorite WR's and they have some similarities. Then they both end up on similar offenses in San Fran and Miami
He was so fun to watch ever since he start his career off at UTEP
This is an older video, but I wanted to say that the content is really good. I've been watching NFL draft prospects for 20 years, and I thought you deserved to know that this is a great breakdown.
Three suggestions though:
(1) Discuss a prospect's weakness and areas for improvement. Every prospect has them, and it may not be an honest assessment otherwise. In this, you can talk about how similarly situated players struggle presently in the league.
(2) As a separate section, talk about what schematic roles the player can fill.
(3) Lastly, give a destination where you want to see the prospect land. For example, "Cowing would be really interesting in a Bears offense with a new rookie. Cowing can pair with a young QB and be said Rookie's Tank Dell for the next 4 years."
What are your favorite Wide receiver prospects from this class? I don't mind a long list 😂 it's a talented one
@@TheBorderJumper17
I haven't got through all of the WRs yet, but I have watched at least three games for 38 players. Notable guys that I haven't watched yet are: Brendan Rice, Ja'Lynn Polk, J. Michael Sturdivant, Je'Quan Burton, Bru McCoy, Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint
So I divide WRs up into Tiers of: (1) Scheme Diverse All Stars; (2) Athletically Adequate--Great Technicians; (3) Great Athletes--Schematically Limited Role; (3) Athletic Bets that I Believe In; (4) Atheltic Bets that I have Questions on; (5) Less Athletic, But Good Technicians; (6) Do Not Touch; and (7) Still Unknown. I rank players within each tier.
Scheme Diverse All Stars (who can play in three or more NFL roles): Nabors, Harrison Jr, Thomas Jr., Franklin.
Athletically Adequate--Great Technicians are guys who can play a more limited number of NFL roles but are excellent in their role. Rome Odunze is in this category; Emeka Egbuka would also have been here (had he stayed in the draft class).
Great Athletes--Schematically Limited Role is a tier for guys who are limited to slot receivers in the NFL. Guys who show some possibility for playing on the perimiter are ranked higher on my board. This tier includes: Anthony Gould, Jalen McMillan, Landd McConkey, Jacob Cowing, Tahj Washington, Jacob Cowing, Roman Wilson.
Athletic Bets that I Believe in is a tier of guys that I believe can be productive NFL players. They can contribute immediately in a smaller role that is tailored to their skillset. They may just need to refine one or two parts of their game before they find top tier NFL success. This tier includes: Jermaine Burton, Xavier Worthy, Javon Baker, and Xavier Legette.
Athletic Bets that I Still Have Questions On Tier are guys that have significant questions about how they adapt to the NFL. This tier includes: Johnny Wilson, Devnotez Walker, Malachi Corley, Tory Horton, Bub Means, Adonai Mitchell, Ainas Smith, Corey Crooms.
The Less Atheltic, But Very Good Technicians are guys who may not have NFL athleticism but are capable enough that they could fill a role for an NFL team: Ricky Pearsall, Cade Autman-Bell, Luke McCaffery, Malik Washington, Jamari Thrash.
My "Do Not Touch Tier" are guys that I fundamentally don't believe in their game translating to an NFL role. Those guys are: Keon Coleman, Moose Muhammad, Isaiah Williams, Ajou Ajou, and Hayden Hatten.
"The Still Unknown" Tier are guys that I find it too hard to gauge what his NFL future could be. This is usually because level of competition makes it impossible to say if someone is good or not. These are guys that you should consider for UDFA targets to put on practice squad. Jalen Coker and Ryan Flournoy are this tier.
@@TheBorderJumper17 Guys that I am higher on than "consensus" include Troy Franklin (lacks the weight to muscle through contact but he gets great separation); Anthony Gould (NFL slot size but played outside at OSU and showed that he knows how to get off press despite his size limitations--also a great punt returner); and Jalen McMillan (with good size, he poses a real threat as a route runner and YAC specialist--only reason he is held back is because I can't really speak to his ability to get off press).
Guys that I am lower on Keon Coleman (I don't like his ability to separate or running routes; see him as a "Contested Catch Artist" only--and those guys have a limited NFL role); Adonai Mitchell (same reasons as Coleman); Devontez Walker (athletically has the skills to be great, but he doesn't separate well at all) and Roman Wilson (what he showed at the Senior Bowl doesn't match what was on tape; not saying it has to, but the Senior Bowl 1-on-1s are designed for shifty, small slots with vertical speed to win).
He was my favorite WR in this draft. Knew he wouldn’t go high but we’ll see who ends up being a star.
49ers🎉🎉
We saw a lot of clips of Cowing here in AZ. Thought to myself those wicked cuts could be great with a small window passer like Brock Purdy. Voila
Yeah Cowing and Malik Washington were 2 of my favorite WR's and they have some similarities. Then they both end up on similar offenses in San Fran and Miami
Great review.
Xavier Leggett from S. Carolina is an interesting prospect. I wouldn't mind seeing your breakdown of his fit in the Phins Offense.
Will get to him for sure. I think the dolphins will like him from what I've seen so far
@rydermcconville looking forward to it
He ran a 4.38 at the combine
Let me know who you want to see next?
A well fitting TE
Offensive lineman that fit the McDaniel scheme would be a good one. You’d be scouting for the Fins!!
Javon Baker please
You think miami would try to get some size at the Wr room? If so what college prospects you think would fit that for miami
Oronde Gadsden II from Syracuse, 6’6 WR/TE prototype not too big not too thin, decent speed, solid hands, big target
Cowing could be a fit for Miami in the Third?
He is a Josh Downs clone. He is slightly faster and quicker though.
Not a bad comp. He has some Tank Dell to his game but slightly less explosive.
They really need a physical pass catching tight end, center or tackle and an ILB badly. Maybe a kicker who can hit 50+ yarders too 😂
In a way he reminds me of zay flowers
Another guy who the Niners can throw short and mid passes to in stride and get some YAC.
Free & Strong Safety's.. he looks just like Waddle's replacement 😮
Bro!! This kid is a dog!! (Granted, not a big one (pause) but a dog nonetheless)