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NFL Hot Press: Markus Golden Viewed as Mid-Round Prospect

Markus Golden Viewed as Mid-Round Prospect Updated March 23, 2015 By Charlie Campbell. Follow Charlie on Twitter @draftcampbell. Early in the 2014 season, Missouri defensive end Markus Golden’s play helped Shane Ray jump start his breakout year. Golden was on fire in September, making a lot of plays in the backfield before an injury robbed…
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2015 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Nick O’Leary

Strengths: Receiving ability Very clutch Good third-down target Natural, soft hands Excellent down the middle seam Red-zone weapon Body control Leaping ability Makes contested catches Can get separation from linebackers Uses size to beat defensive backs Smart at finding soft spots in zone Built well Quickness, surprises some defenders Weaknesses: Durability concerns Needs to improve…
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NFL Hot Press: Alexander, Hunter Grading in the Mid-Rounds

Alexander, Hunter Grading in the Mid-Rounds Updated March 9, 2015 By Charlie Campbell. Follow Charlie on Twitter @draftcampbell. Two of the surprise early entries into the 2015 NFL Draft were LSU defensive end Danielle Hunter and outside linebacker Kwon Alexander. Both players were expected to return for their senior years, and NFL evaluators have told…
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2015 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Trae Waynes

Strengths: Instinctive Good press-man corner Can run with speed receivers downfield Can play off-man coverage Excellent zone corner Capable of matching up against No. 1 receivers Loose hips; can turn and run Has some ball skills Has some length Comfortable with ball in the air Fast backpedal Straight-line speed Experienced and successful against good college…
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2015 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Melvin Gordon

Strengths: Explosive Great first-step quickness Rare speed Threat to score on any carry Improving receiver Great cutting ability Vision Balance More powerful than one would think Really improved his ability to pick up yards after contact Quality size Capable of controlling a game from start to finish Willing blocker Scheme versatility Experienced Intelligent Physical blocker…
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2015 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Duke Johnson

Strengths: Explosive runner Quick and agile Natural receiver Extremely athletic Vision Balance Quick feet; excellent cutting ability Burst to the second level Tough for his size Improved his ability to pick up yards after contact Tough for his size Bails out blockers with ability to make tacklers miss Experienced 3-year starter Upside Special teams ability…
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2015 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Jaelen Strong

Strengths: Excellent red-zone weapon Can make tough, contested receptions Superb on back-shoulder throws Skilled working the sideline Body control Physical Dangerous run-after-the-catch receiver Good hands Uses size very well Quality route-runner Play-maker in college Quickness Can get separation Weapon on third down Good production Safe pick to turn into a quality contributor Adept at finding…
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