K.J. Hill | WR | Ohio State
Elevator Pitch
Hill is another receiver in a long line of receivers from the Ohio State University that will be looking to make the jump to the NFL level. Hill is a player that can play at multiple spots. Not to mention he has return ability which will help him get on the field in multiple aspects of a game and increases his draft stock.
Vitals
Height | 6-0
Weight | 196
Class | Redshirt Senior
Strengths
The all-time leading receiver at Ohio State, Hill is as dependable as they come. Didn’t have huge numbers for the Buckeyes but did his job and did it well. Very nuanced in his route running, very crisp. A guy who you can count on to be in his spot when the quarterback is ready to throw the ball. Very reliable hands as well. Catching outside his frame won’t be an issue.
Hill is a player who can rack up the yards after the catch. Very shifty in space which allows himself to be elusive against the defense at all levels. His ability to run precise routes gives him the ability to create separation for a good target window for quarterbacks. High football IQ, he will find soft spots in the zone to sit.
For special teams, Hill can make his impact in the return game. He had experience for the Buckeyes as both a punt and kickoff returner. His kickoff returns were very few but it could be a way for him to make an early impact for his perspective new team. He is a much better receiver than returner.
Weaknesses
With Hill’s frame, questions will arise about his ability to deal with press coverage from more physical corners at the NFL level. His ability to get clean releases will be key for him. Not the most physical receiver in the upcoming class. Adding strength to his upper body will help in that regard.
His lack of top speed won’t make him a big deep threat without the ability to create separation from defenders. Due to his lack of length, not a guy who will climb the ladder for jump balls. This also limits his ability to be an outside the frame pass catcher even though he can do that well.
Projection: Day 2
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