Lacks a special second gear to be a home run threat
A little sluggish coming in/out of breaks
Summary: Baldwin brings enough to the table to be viewed as a No. 1 receiver in the NFL, but
I don’t see him being an elite receiver because he seems to lack the speed and route running (unless
this develops in time). Baldwin is a consistent possession receiver who moves the chains and is a difficult
cover due to his size and talent. I have a first-round grade on Baldwin going into the 2011 season and his
name should be called in the top 30 picks when it’s all said and done.
Player Comparison: Brandon Marshall. Marshall has slightly better speed than Baldwin, but both
are fearless, consistent possession receivers.
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) catches a touchdown pass against Wisconsin Badgers safety Matt Jung (29) in the first half at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin.
