NFLDraft101: Jacoby Ford (Clemson) NFL Draft Scouting Report

Jacoby Ford
NFL Draft Scouting Report

Wide Receiver

Clemson


College Position: Wide Receiver
School: Clemson
Grade: Senior
Height: 5-9
Weight: 186
Birthdate:
Draft Projection: Fifth
Overall Rank: Unranked
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Wide Receiver (17)

Draft Result

Drafted in the 2010 Draft by the Oakland Raiders in the 4th round with the #10 pick.
The fastest receiver in the draft is a deep threat and kickoff returner but does not change directions as well as you expect.

Strengths

  • Fastest receiver in the draft (official 4.28 40)
  • Can stretch the field vertically
  • Good acceleration and burst off the line
  • Has some return skills
  • Has playmaking ability - you can't coach speed
   

Weaknesses

  • Has questionable hands - body catcher
  • Undersized and plays like it
  • Looks better in shorts than in pads
  • Not overly elusive in the open field
  • Needs to improve
  • Great straight line speed but average change of direction

News

Top 10 Fantasy Football Sleepers for 2012: The Early Edition - Feb 11 (Zach Bohner)
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Fantasy Football Week 2 Wide Receiver Rankings - Sep 16 (Doug Lancy)
Fantasy Football 101: 2011 Wide Receiver Rankings - Aug 26 (Doug Lancy)
Fantasy Football 101: 2011 Wide Receiver Rankings - Aug 26 (Doug Lancy)
Fantasy 101: Week 16 Pickups and Other Quick Hits - Dec 20 (Chris Maier)
Fantasy 101: Week 13 Pickups and Other Quick Hits - Nov 28 (Chris Maier)
Fantasy 101: Week 10 Pickups and Other Quick Hits - Nov 7 (Chris Maier)
2010 NFL Draft Grades: AFC West - May 9 (Chris Maier)
Pro Day Re-Cap: March 3rd - March 12th - Mar 13 (Chris Maier)
2010 NFL Scouting Combine Buzz: QB, RB, and WR - Feb 28 (Chris Maier)
2009-10 Bowl Preview: Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl - Dec 23 (Chris Maier)

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