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2022 NFL Draft Scouting Report: WR Chris Olave, Ohio State

Chris Olave is the prototypical wide receiver with a shot at becoming a No. 1 wideout for an NFL team

Chris Olave is the prototypical wide receiver with a shot at becoming a No. 1 wideout for his NFL team. He blew up as a senior in high school with 1,764 yards and 26 touchdowns and opted to sign with the Buckeyes.

He played for four years, starting the final three. He considered declaring for the NFL draft after his junior season but opted to remain for one more year in order to improve his resume and draft stock after the 2020 season was shortened due to COVID. It worked. Olave ended his collegiate career with 65 catches for 936 yards and 13 touchdowns and is a likely first-round draft pick in April.

Height: 6-0
Weight: 187 pounds
40 time: 4.39 seconds

Notable too is that Olave played along with Justin Fields through 2020 and was the leading receiver for Fields last two seasons. That topped out at 840 receiving yards as a sophomore during his only full season with Fields. In 2021, Fields left and while Olave posted a career best 936 yards on 65 catches, he was only the third on the Buckeyes in receiving yards and catches with C.J. Stroud as the new quarterback that remained in the pocket. Both Garrett Wilson (70-1,058-12) and Jaxon Smith-Njigba (95-1,606-9) were more productive than Olave.

Table: Chris Olave NCAA stats (2018-2021)

Year	Team	Games	Catch	Yards	Avg.	TD	Runs	Yards	Total Yards	Total TDs
2018	Ohio St.	7	12	197	16.4	3	0	0	197	3
2019	Ohio St.	13	48	840	17.5	12	2	5	845	12
2020	Ohio St.	7	50	729	14.6	7	1	0	729	7
2021	Ohio St.	11	65	936	14.4	11	0	0	936	11

Pros

Holds Ohio State career record with 35 receiving touchdowns.
Scoring threat on every play, dangerous after catch
Excellent route runner
Experienced and mature receiver
Creates separation at all three levels
Impressive football intelligence, finds the open areas
Can start and stop on a dime, tremendous balance
Great hands
Works with quarterback when play breaks down
Highlight reel catches
Elite speed can be lethal on vertical routes
Impressed at the combine

Cons

Was at best with a mobile quarterback, not a pocket passer
Lacks the bulk for effective run blocking
Lanky frame may struggle against outside press
Needs to improve strength to handle aggressive cornerbacks

Fantasy outlook

Chris Olave was a playmaker at Ohio State and a touchdown machine in their offense. He’s expected to be a first-round pick that will be selected as early as the middle of the round. He’s a tremendous athlete and his intelligence and maturity cannot be overvalued.

This natural pass-catcher helped Justin Fields become a top draft choice last year, and his one season with a pocket passer resulted in career marks for Olave. His great hands and elite speed will translate well into the NFL and as a mature, four-year player at Ohio State, Olave shouldn’t have as long of a learning curve as many other wideouts.

Olave will be drafted to become an eventual No. 1 receiver for his team, if not a challenger even as a rookie. His only downside is that 6-0, 187-pound frame that could impact his blocking skills and ability to handle physical corners. He’ll likely add a few more pounds of muscle in the NFL.

He’ll be taken early enough that there’s no question about his fantasy relevance as a rookie. He’s worth a pick in any fantasy draft, and if he lands in an advantageous situation, he could quickly work his way into being a fantasy starter.

2022 NFL Draft Scouting Report: RB Breece Hall, Iowa State

Breece Hall to be the must-have rookie RB?

Breece Hall stepped in as the starter for the Iowa State Cyclones in the year when David Montgomery left for the NFL. By comparison, the two backs played three seasons there, and Montgomery rolled up 3,507 total yards and 26 touchdowns. Hall turned in a total of 4,675 yards and 56 scores.

Hall exploded as a dynamic back in his second season when he was the leading rusher in the FBS (1,572 yards) and was the first running back since LaDainian Tomlinson to run for over 100 yards and score in seven straight games to start a season. He racked up 1,472 rushing yards last season with a lofty 5.8 yards per carry as the Cyclone’s primary weapon. Hall was named the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year in 2020 and 2021.

Height: 5-11
Weight: 217 pounds
40 time: 4.39 seconds

He enters the NFL draft with a throw-back style of resume, having been a prolific rusher and workhorse, who also proved himself as a worthy receiver when the occasion arose.

Table: Breece Hall NCAA stats (2019-2021)

Year	Team	Games	Runs	Yards	Avg.	TD	Catch	Yards.	TD	Total Yards	Total TDs
2019	Iowa St	12	186	897	4.8	9	23	252	1	1149	10
2020	Iowa St	12	279	1572	5.6	21	23	180	2	1752	23
2021	Iowa St	12	253	1472	5.8	20	36	302	3	1774	23

Pros

Consummate rusher with prototypical size, great vision and instincts
Patient runner that makes use of blockers and then is gone with one cut
Vertical runner that can pick up tough yards in the interior and advance to the second level
4.39 40-time includes burst and an elite second gear
Devastating runner and capable receiver for a complete package
Big-time wheels – five 75+ yard touchdowns in college
Drops pads and absorbs contact without loss of balance
Workhorse that never has to leave the field
Highly durable even with heavy workload

Cons

Exactly 800 touches over three seasons, so higher mileage
Less adept at lateral cuts and moves
Will need to work on pass protection skills
Patience can lead to getting caught behind line

Fantasy outlook

This is the guy.

He’s very likely to be the first running back selected in the NFL draft and the first rookie runner taken in fantasy drafts. There may be no position in fantasy football that is over-drafted more than a rookie running back, but Hall could meet expectations depending on where he lands.

He offers a three-down, power-back ability that doesn’t need a committee around him. This is considered a down year for running backs and the position may not be drafted until the second round, but Hall will be among the first called and likely before the others.

A speedy rusher that can move the pile or break through it with a vertical style of running is the sort of thing that can deliver immediately in the NFL. Hall can catch the ball, but only as a function as a running back drifting to the flat or snagging a screen pass.

The expectation is that he’ll likely show up at the start of the second round of the NFL draft but may end up near the end of the first if a team moves up. That means that any of the 32 teams will have a shot at the Cyclone’s star.

The teams with the biggest apparent need at running back are the Falcons and Texans, but their offensive lines and overall outlook are not ideal for a running back looking to get 15 to 20 touches per game. The Bills could consider him and that would set fantasy drafts on fire.

Last year, Najee Harris went to a weaker Steeler team with a declining offense and blockers and still was taken in the second round of fantasy drafts and ended Top-3 in most fantasy scoring. Hall has that sort of potential, especially if he ends up on an above-average offense that will use him like Harris was (307 carries, 74 receptions).

Much relies on where he lands and the opportunity there. But don’t expect Hall to be a bargain in a fantasy draft. He’ll be one of the “sleeper” darlings for the summer.

2022 NFL Draft Scouting Report: WR Justyn Ross, Clemson

A mix of NFL talent and injury concerns sum up Ross’ story.

It has been a roller coaster of a ride for former Clemson wide receiver Justyn Ross. His collegiate career started with two impressive seasons before a congenital spinal condition cost Ross the entirety of his true junior season.

He rebounded well enough in a redshirt junior campaign to opt for the 2022 NFL Draft, but another surgery in late 2021 only further clouds his long-term durability in the pros.

Height: 6-foot-3 5/8
Weight: 205 pounds
40 time: 4.64 seconds

In Ross’ true freshman season of 2018, he led the Tigers with exactly 1,000 receiving yards without starting a single contest. He averaged a healthy 21.7 yards per grab, which came down to 13.1 YPC when his reception volume increased by 20 catches as a sophomore as a starter. The effort earned him an honorable mention for the All-ACC team.

Table: Justyn Ross NCAA stats (2018-21)

Year	School	Class	Pos	Gm	Receiving				Rushing
Year	School	Class	Pos	Gm	Rec	Yds	Avg	TD	Att	Yds	Avg	TD
*2018	Clemson	FR	WR	14	46	1,000	21.7	9	0	0	—	0
*2019	Clemson	SO	WR	14	66	865	13.1	8	0	0	—	0
2020	Clemson	JR	WR	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
*2021	Clemson	rJR	WR	10	46	514	11.2	3	0	0	—	0

*includes postseason/bowl games

It’s unclear just how much long-term potential may go unrealized after the spinal surgery. The 2021 showing wasn’t necessarily a fair barometer as Clemson’s quarterback situation wasn’t up to par following Trevor Lawrence’s ascension to the NFL.

Pros

Brings deceptive vertical game — build-up speed can catch defenders off-guard due to his fluidity
Excellent hands-catcher with plenty of highlight-reel receptions
Bendy receiver — can go down low and up high without missing a beat
Pronounced plant-and-drive on inside breaks creates instant separation
Wingspan to save errant throws
Tracks the ball well down the field and catches in stride
Productivity before the lost season shows potential ceiling
Lacks straight-line speed but plays faster than he times — tough to catch with a step or two on most defenders
Natural weapon in the red zone — height, hands, leaping ability, catch radius make a tough combination to defend
Consistently demonstrates spacial awareness near the boundary lines

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Cons

Career longevity in question — despite receiving clean bill of health, will the spinal fusion shorten his career?
Underwent surgery in 2021 for stress reaction in his foot
Struggles to escape tight coverage without relying on his dimensions
Lacks explosion and burst from a dead stop
Thinly built frame — can get hung up by press coverage, which gets compounded by a tendency to waste steps off the line
Needs to improve his release off the line and consistency in and out of his breaks, especially on out routes
“Get in the way” effort blocker — technique is inconsistent, functional strength needs to improve

Fantasy football outlook

Ross probably comes off the board in the fourth or fifth round at the earliest, and an ideal situation for him will be in a system that emphasizes play-action passing and vertical routes. A deep receiver class is working against him.

Cleveland or Minnesota would make some sense, and Arizona also should be an intriguing landing spot. Green Bay’s system requires better blocking than we’ve seen from him, but it’s not a coachable area for improvement.

Ross won’t develop into a true WR1 but has No. 2 written all over him in the right settings. His profile reminds of Los Angeles Chargers and former Clemson receiver Mike Williams’ downfield skill set. There’s a little bit of 2021 rookie Terrace Marshall Jr. that shows up in his intermediate game.

In 2022 fantasy leagues, it’s unlikely Ross will present more value than that of a late-round roll of the dice. Being a rookie and — for now — more or less a one-trick pony works against him, regardless of where he winds up.

2022 NFL Draft Scouting Report: WR Drake London, USC

Drake London enters the NFL as a top wideout prospect

Drake London committed to USC to play both football and basketball after excelling in high school in Moorpark, California. After an encouraging freshman year, he opted to focus solely on football and started for all six games in the COVID-shortened season of 2020. He was named Second Team – All PAC-12 and entered last year with the expectation of being one of the best college receivers. He did not disappoint.

London only played for eight games as a junior due to a fractured ankle but was on a pace to end with 132 catches for 1,626 yards and 11 touchdowns. He’d broken 1,000 yards by Week 8 and while the injury ended a likely Biletnikoff Award, he was still named as the PAC-12 Player of the Year.

His first two seasons at USC saw him behind Michael Pittman Jr. and Amon-Ra St. Brown. When he assumed the No. 1 role last year, he was nearly unstoppable, recording 88 catches for 1,084 yards and averaging 11 catches per game over just eight games. London caught up to 16 receptions as a possession receiver that dominated the target share. And that was during one of the worst seasons (4-8) in USC history.

Height: 6-4
Weight: 219 pounds
40 time: 4.5 seconds (estimated – did not run at the combine)

Due to his ankle injury, London attended the NFL Combine but only for interviews and did not perform or get measured. He intends to have his own Pro Day on April 5, separate from the official USC Pro Day held on March 23. He is still working towards full recovery from his ankle injury but is expected to be completely ready for the 2022 NFL season.

Table: Drake London NCAA stats (2019-2021)

Year	Team	Games	Catch	Yards	Avg.	TD	Runs	Yards	Total Yards	Total TDs
2019	USC	13	39	567	14.5	5	0	0	567	5
2020	USC	6	33	502	15.2	3	0	0	502	3
2021	USC	8	88	1084	12.3	7	1	2	1086	07

Pros

Rare combination of size and athleticism
Elite hands and ball skills at all levels
Impressive timing on leaps
Crisp routes and success at all three levels of the defense
Uses height and strong hands to win almost all 50/50 balls
Experienced both outside and in the slot
Basketball skills add to superior catch ability
Dominated NCAA defenses
Size makes him a formidable downfield blocker
Smart receiver that finds the open spot

Cons

Lack of elite speed is compensated with size and football IQ
Didn’t measure at combine but should at Pro Day
Needs work on run blocking
Not quick off the line
Most experience was in the slot, not outside

Fantasy outlook

Drake London rates to be in the first round, usually as a Top-3 rookie wideout and has the chance of being the first name called for his position. Breaking his ankle last season short-circuited an electric performance on an otherwise ineffective Trojans’ team. London was described as “a quarterback’s best friend”. He was so proficient with receptions, that he didn’t need the ball thrown to him, merely “at him,” and he’d come down with it.

A perceived lack of top speed, and quickness getting there, is a downgrade by some scouts, but there is no arguing how well he played, and on a team without any other elements of an elite offense around him. London compares to Mike Evans who logged much the same measurables when he entered the NFL.

London needs to prove that the fractured ankle is not of any ongoing concern – and it isn’t expected to be. But his recovery meant that he wouldn’t have logged as fast in a 40-time back at the NFL Combine, so he’s delayed his personal Pro Day as long as he can.

London may not sport elite speed, but he’s been everything else that a team could want from their No. 1 wideout. While he was once described as a tremendously talented tight end, he is not slow. He is a factor on deep routes though his bread and butter is short and intermediate routes that maximizes his catching ability, size advantage and overall football intelligence.

There’s plenty to love about a 6-4 receiver with elite hands and pass-catching skills. Playing on a USC team that trailed in most games last year and that had no other real threats, London still managed to catch at least nine passes in all but one game and turned in over 130 yards in six of the eight. He’d be a great addition to a team with a young quarterback looking to establish a connection that could last for years.

And he’d be a potential rookie of the year if he ends up paired with one of the elite veteran quarterbacks.

2022 NFL Draft Scouting Report: RB Kyren Williams, Notre Dame

Kyren Williams brings a complete resume to the NFL as a playmaker

Williams was a four-star recruit coming out of his Missouri high school, where he logged 179 carries for 2,035 yards and 26 touchdowns as a senior. He added 55 receptions for 725 yards for an astronomical 2,760 total yards. He was widely recruited and opted for Notre Dame where he was shelved in his first year to retain full four-year eligibility.

He became the starter in his second season though technically he was still a freshman. Williams was named as the ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2020. After two seasons with over 1,300 total yards in each and a total of 78 receptions, he declared for this draft.

Williams is one of the more interesting players in the draft since there’s a huge division between what he did on the field, and how he measured up at the NFL Combine. There’s no disputing that he was a playmaker for Notre Dame, showing great agility on the field and considered a back that can score on any play. He was a revelation as a pass-catcher, something that is likely to be his calling card in the NFL.

Height: 5-9
Weight: 194 pounds
40 time: 4.64 seconds

He’s considered one of the most complete backs in the draft. Williams was a team captain and a leader in the locker room and on the field. He served as a true three-down back. But his physical measurables were a disappointment at the NFL draft, and that will drop him on most, if not all, draft boards.

Table: Kyren Williams NCAA stats (2019-2021)

Year	Team	Games	Runs	Yards	Avg.	TD	Catch	Yards.	TD	Total Yards	Total TDs
2019	ND	2	4	26	6.5	0	1	3	0	29	0
2020	ND	12	211	1125	5.3	13	35	313	1	1438	14
2021	ND	12	204	1002	4.9	14	42	359	3	1361	17

Pros

Never came off the field in college. Complete back that led the offense.
Shifty runner that was hard to bring down in open field.
Always stepped up when given a bigger workload.
Proven receiving skills and can work from slot.
Can bounce to the outside if needed, but is elusive in traffic.
Durable each year.
Rusher, receiver from backfield or slot, and a punt returner.
Plays bigger than his size.
Excelled in short yardage.
Team leader with a great attitude and unquestioned effort.

Cons

28 5/8″ arms were the shortest of all combine running backs.
4.64 40-time at the combine was 0.01 seconds from being the slowest among running backs.
194 pounds was the second lightest.
Needs to improve pass blocking at the pro level.
More likely to struggle at inside running in the NFL.

Fantasy outlook

Kyren Williams was a Top-3 back on many draft boards and may still be. But his slow 40-time coupled with a smaller size frame than expected is a cause for concern for NFL scouts looking for a back that can contribute at the pro level. Short arms could mean fewer catches though he’s been an outstanding receiver in college, including running intermediate routes from the slot. He’s not just a swing pass out of the backfield when the pass rush draws near.

He ran in 27 touchdowns over the last two years while totaling 415 carries over 24 games. But 5-9 and 195 pounds, his only comparably-sized starting running back is Austin Ekeler (combine: 5-10, 195 pounds), but he ran a 4.43 40-time and he went undrafted. Ekeler is also up to 200 pounds currently.

The only other back that small in the last few drafts was Kenneth Gainwell (5-11, 195) but he ran a 4.44 40-time and was a fifth-round pick.

This is not considered a good draft for running backs with potentially none taken in the first round. Williams is expected to likely be a Round 3 selection, so he could end up on any NFL team. His size and proven receiving ability suggest a role as a third-down back and a complementary role in a committee.

Williams presents a dilemma for evaluators. He was a centerpiece of a Fighting Irish team that went 11-2 and 10-2 in his seasons as the starter. He is as complete a back as any in this draft. Disregard those measurables and he does rate as a Top-3 pick for running backs. But history has rarely been kind to players that were revelations in college but fall short in height, weight, arm length, and speed.

All Williams has done is produce, be a leader, and raise the level of play of those around him. He’ll make an interesting fantasy pick as a rookie and it will rely heavily on the opportunity he is allowed on whichever team he ends up with. He has to answer the question – which is more important? Bringing all the measurables of a prototypical successful back, or having tremendous success in college despite size and speed limitations?

2022 NFL Draft Scouting Report: QB Desmond Ridder, Cincinnati

How does the experienced Bearcat translate to the pros?

Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback Desmond Ridder enters the 2022 NFL Draft after accumulating considerable experience as a redshirt senior. There’s a strong argument to be made in favor of him being the most NFL-ready incoming rookie with 40 appearances under his belt.

Height: 6-foot-3 3/8
Weight: 211 pounds
40 time: 4.53 seconds

Following a 2017 redshirt season, the Louisville native emerged as starting quarterback for Cincinnati and acquitted himself well. He suffered a bit of a setback as a sophomore that was quickly forgotten over the next two campaigns.

In 2020, Ridder’s game went to a new level, stepping up in accuracy and as a rushing threat. Last year, he backed it all up and improved as a passer, earning American Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Year for the second straight season.

Table: Desmond Ridder NCAA stats (2018-21)

Year	Team	Passing							Rushing
Year	Team	Comp	Att	Comp%	Yards	YPA	TD	INT	Att	Yards	Avg	TD	LNG
2018*	CIN	194	311	62.4	2,445	8	20	5	150	572	3.8	5	41
2019*	CIN	179	325	55.1	2,164	7	18	9	144	650	4.5	5	49
2020*	CIN	186	281	66.2	2,296	8	19	6	98	592	6.0	12	91
2021*	CIN	251	387	64.9	3,334	9	30	8	110	355	3.2	6	40

*includes postseason/bowl games

Ridder now owns Cincinnati’s all-time records for passing touchdowns (87) and total yardage (12,418).

Pros

Team-first, hard-working leader — has a reputation for being humble and dedicated to his craft
Sound mechanics and throwing platform
Showed improvement his final two years
Strong pocket presence and awareness — side steps, climbs the pocket with eyes downfield
Athletic enough to warrant scripted read-options, quarterback draws and sweeps
Despite mobility, looks to throw first
Enough arm to push the ball down the field — multiple all-air, 50-plus-yard throws to his credit
Does a good job of looking off the safety and surveying the field when necessary
Extremely experienced as a four-year starter with as many winning seasons

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Cons

While his accuracy numbers, outside of 2019, have been strong enough, but ball placement is a concern
Tons of batted passes at the line of scrimmage — needs to improve vision and anticipation of throwing lanes
Slightly delayed windup, which is being picky
Not going to wow anyone with his deep-ball arm strength or intermediate zip
Hard to find more than two progressions on film — often the first read was open, making his ability to quickly dissect a defense somewhat in question
Occasionally gets himself into trouble trying to escape or buy time

Fantasy football outlook

Ridder’s true fantasy worth obviously cannot be known until he has a landing spot, but the projected career path looks like it will go one of two ways: Either he’s a multiyear, above-average starter or a career backup.

It seems as if there will be little wiggle room for anything else, regardless of where he plays. There’s little, if any, upside for an elite career. In an ideal situation, he plays for a West Coast offense with a strong running game. Ridder’s maturity, experience, and mobility make him an interesting option for a team that won’t ask him to be surgically accurate or drive the ball into traffic. He’ll make a superb glorified game manager.

If that doesn’t pan out, there’s a lengthy career path ahead for a reliable backup option. System fit will be key for Ridder’s maximization. He shouldn’t need too much time to get up to speed in the pros. Looking around the league, it’s unlikely he finds a Week 1 starting job scenario, so some of the teams with quarterbacks in “prove it” situations or aging veterans on effectively annual contracts make the most sense.

Ridder’s mobility and football IQ — not his arm talent — will make him a starting-tier fantasy consider if he’s drafted to the right team.

2022 NFL Draft Scouting Report: WR Treylon Burks, Arkansas

Treylon Burks looks to be a Day 1 draft pick

The Razorback star is expected to be a Day 1 selection by a team looking for a possession receiver that has the speed and ability to excel anywhere on the field. He came out of high school ranked as the No. 11 wideout in the country and elected to remain in Arkansas despite being heavily recruited by many schools. He landed on the All-SEC freshman team.

Burks led Arkansas in receiving yards for all three years and just last season caught 11 touchdowns – no other team receiver scored more than twice. He’s big at 6-3 and 225 pounds and has deceptive speed even if he timed slower than expected at the NFL Combine. Burks is a physical receiver with hands so large that he has custom-made gloves. He consistently tacked on yards after the catch and has the strength and size to break tackles and extend catches.

Height: 6-3
Weight: 225 pounds
40 time: 4.55 seconds

Burks was All-SEC last season and was on the Biletnikoff and Maxwell Award watchlist. He’s been a true No. 1 receiver in college and projects the same potential for the NFL.

Table: Treylon Burks NCAA stats (2019-2021)

Year	Team	Games	Catch	Yards	Avg.	TD	Runs	Yards	TD	Total Yards	Total TDs
2019	ARK	11	29	475	16.4	0	9	35	0	510	0
2020	ARK	9	51	820	16.1	7	15	75	0	895	7
2021	ARK	12	66	1104	16.7	11	14	112	1	1216	12

Pros

Big-framed physical wide receiver that can make contested catches and break tackles
Fits into the new style of NFL receiver – can catch and run as a versatile athlete
Powerful core and muscular upper body that can handle press coverage
Huge hands – 9 7/8 inches wide were tops at the combine for wideouts. Can make the highlight-reel catches
Can play a possession role over the middle but also excels as a deep threat where his size and body control gets him above defenders
Great burst and fluid moves with deceptive speed
Solid downfield blocker with the size to move defenders
Offers a big target with a huge catch radius
Moves and cuts very well for his size.

Cons

Mostly played in slot and ran limited route tree
Lacks speed – 40-time at the combine was a disappointment
Had concentration issues that led to some drops
Needs to work on route running for crisper cuts

Fantasy outlook

Burks is likely to be a first-round selection in the NFL draft and presents an intriguing set of skills and potential, while lacking the speed to make him more of a “can’t miss” choice. He was expected to turn in a 40-time in the low 4.4s but only managed 4.55. Still fast enough to be a factor in the deeper passing game, but not quite to the level of previously drafted big receivers that also offered more speed.

He’s also more likely to start slower and needs some adjustment time to the NFL after his more limited route tree. His success at Arkansas came from the slot where he didn’t deal with defenders at the line as much, and he played with marginally talented quarterbacks. He was the only receiver that mattered last year, and his size allowed him to benefit from being the primary target when they did pass.

Still, he has the potential to be a true No. 1 receiver in the NFL. Offenses love a big target with adequate speed and baseball mitts for hands. His slower 40-time was only a disappointment because he had played much faster, and the expectation was that he had elite potential. But his 40-time was right on par with two other big receivers – Mike Evans and Davante Adams.

Where he lands will have an obvious impact on his first-year outlook, but he is expected to be a mid to late first round pick. That means that he has a shot at playing on any team. He was the best receiver in every year that he played at Arkansas. He may face far better defenses in the NFL, but he’ll also likely have a much better offense around him.