2020 NFL draft: Ashtyn Davis scouting report

Everything NFL draft fans need to know about California safety prospect Ashtyn Davis

Ashtyn Davis | Safety | California

Elevator Pitch

Ashtyn Davis has all the makings of a ballhawk at the next level, but unlike most of those types, he can punish you with his physicality. A player who can line up in a multitude of spots on the field. He will likely need to add 10-15 pounds but can make an immediate impact on a defense. His medical re-check will be key following his offseason surgery.

Vitals

Height | 6-1

Weight | 202

Class | Senior

College Stats

College Bio

Combine Profile

Strengths

Speed for days. There is no question that Davis is fast. Had he ran at the combine, he would have challenged Javelin Guidry for the top speed among defensive backs. According to DraftScout.com, Davis high 40 time is 4.28 and low of 4.39 which would put him right at the top. When watching Davis roam the backfield, his speed shows up on film.

One aspect of his game that will help him at the next level is position flex, Davis was recruited to Cal as a cornerback that made the move to safety. Teams can ask him to play single-high or come up to cover a back, tight end or slot receiver. When needing to come up to make a play from the defensive backfield, shows off a quick trigger in getting downhill.

While Davis might be relatively green when it comes to playing the game, one trait you can’t teach is his ability to find the ball and make a play. It is one thing to get into place and another to come away with the ball. Davis is aggressive at the catch point which results in passed deflected or an interception. Can make the athletic play to snag balls before they hit the turf.

Weaknesses

While you love the physicality that Davis plays with, his game built on reckless abandonment can be troublesome. The Cal safety will need to focus on playing more under control and wrapping up his opponents. By flying to the ball, Davis can come in hot and off balance causing poor tackle attempts.

When playing near the LOS, Davis can take poor angles. This could very well be a byproduct of not playing football until his sophomore year of high school. As Ashtyn gets more familiar with film study and tendencies, that part of his game should improve.

Projection: Day 2

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