Bryan Edwards | WR | South Carolina
Elevator Pitch
Edwards is a long and tall wide receiver that can use his frame to his advantage. He is a physical wide receiver who can really help many teams that will be looking for wide receiver help in the upcoming NFL Draft. Despite his size, he has athleticism to boot. He projects as an eventual WR2 at the NFL level.
Vitals
Height | 6-3
Weight | 212
Class | Senior
Strengths
Having a big receiver like Edwards is one thing, but what he does well is catching the ball outside of his frame. A quarterback’s best friend is a receiver who can catch almost anything thrown his way. Edwards does a good job of plucking the ball out of the air even when the ball is away from his pads. He is no stranger to going up and getting the ball at it’s highest catch point.
Edwards is a three-level receiver in that he can be implemented in short, intermediate and deep level routes at the NFL level. He will use his hands well when battling corners down the field when trying to get position for the catch. The physicality also leads you to believe he will be a more than capable blocker in the run game and screen game.
Bryan Edwards was consistent throughout his four years as a starter for South Carolina. He can be a big after the run style receiver at the next level. His long speed and physicality will help him here. Also with his frame, look for Edwards in the red zone.
Weaknesses
Creating separation will be an issue for Edwards. Becoming more refined in running his routes, being more crisp should help him in that regard. While he does have some speed to his game, don’e expect him to be an elusive runner after the catch. Very average in that regard.
His technique when dealing with long physical corners will be key for his development. Edwards will win with physicality but when dealing with physical corners he needs to do a better job of using his hands and feet to beat press coverage.
Projection: Day 2
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