This will consist of a list of safety prospects.
Jordan Battle:
Height: 6'1
Weight: 206
Age: 22
School: Alabama
40-yard dash: 4.55
Pros:
Good hip transitions
Won't get caught from behind.
Good Tackler, wrap-up tackler
Smart safety understands route concepts
Cons:
Cant play a single high-safety role
Pursuit angles can be bad
Limited to a deep safety, not enough playing time in other alignments
Games Watched:
Alabama vs Tennessee 2022
Alabama vs Texas A&M 2022
Alabama vs Utah State 2022
Overview:
Jordan battle is interesting. From the games that I watched, he didn't really show huge flashes. But sometimes prospects don't need to show great flashes to be great in the NFL. Jordan Battle is as reliable as it comes. Battle won't give up any plays behind him. He keeps every receiver in front of him. And if it's either a dump down or check down, he will make a sure tackle every single time. With Battle, he is limited in his versatility. He thrives playing deep, not playing as well in the nickel slot or in the box. So I would plug him into the deep part of the field and watch him thrive.
JL Skinner:
Height: 6'4
Weight: 220
Age: 21
School: Boise State 40 yard dash: TBD
Pros:
Lengthy Frame, Good height
Always looking to make a play at the LOS
Quick bursts in short areas
Good Zone feel
Good tackle radius
Cons:
Not a lot of muscle mass
Vertical speed needs work
Stiff when transitioning down field
Games Watched:
Boise State vs BYU 2022
Boise State vs Air Force 2022
Overview:
Skinner is a playmaker at the LOS. With 217 more snaps aligned in the box than playing in the backfield, Skinner can be considered a Blitzing safety. You won't be able to use him as a linebacker, but his muscle mass is a concern. Nonetheless, Skinner can thrive in blitzing situations or playing in the hard flats. Looking for the running back to get a check-down and make a violent tackle. If he's going to be playing deep, he likes to bite on the first route he sees. Which can be a problem, but can also be a very good thing. With Skinner, you will get some massive plays when he is aligned in the box.
Ji'Ayir Brown:
Height: 5'11
Weight: 208
age: 22
School: Penn State
40 yard dash: 4.65
Pros:
Tremendous downhill runner
Strong hitter
Can track the ball downfield like a receiver
10 pick sixes in two different seasons
Cons:
Angle of attack needs improvement
Can bite down on a play to soon and get blown by a receiver behind him
To small to be considered a deep end safety
Games Watched:
Penn State vs Michigan 2022
Penn State vs Ohio State 2022
Overview:
Ji'Ayir plays with extreme motor and passion. His downhill speed is insanely scary. And if he has someone in his sights, he will more than likely make a violent tackle. And I say more than likely because sometimes he can be coming downhill so hot that he misses the tackle. However, with Brown, he isn't inconsistent with missing these tackles. One concern I do have with Ji'Ayir is that his size can limit him to only align in the box. Standing at 5'11, it can be hard for him to go against the taller receivers if he's presented with a 1v1 opportunity downfield. Ji'Ayir has a lot of raw talent, and with the right teammates, he can thrive quickly. Maybe if he is paired up with derwin, the league is in for one pair of hard hitting safeties.
Sydney Brown:
Height: 6'0
Weight: 205
Age: 22
School: Illinois
40 Yard dash: 4.47
Pros:
Explosive in the open field
Aggresive against run blocking wide receivers
Extremely Versatile
Good speed
Cons:
Short for a safety
Tackle mechanics needs to improve dramatically
Games Watched:
Illinois vs Wisconsin 2022
Overview:
Where do I begin with Sydney Brown. Well, one thing I would like to point out is that he is explosive right off his first step. And in the open field, He can track anyone down. However, his tackling ability might limit him to actually making the play. Now, under somebody like Derwin james, his tackling ability will rise exponentially to where he is tackling like a linebacker. Sydney Browns versatility has allowed him to play on almost any role on the defense(minus DT and Edge of course). With 177 snaps in the slot, 444 snaps in the box, and 60 playing in the back, its obvious to see how Sydney is a smart enough player to be placed in any role. However, given his size, it might be best to allow to him to play a role in the 2 high shell look. Which is funny, because that's what Staley likes to run the most. If Brown can fix his tackling mechanics soon into his rookie season, I can see him starting early in the year.
Jammie Robinson:
Height: 5'11
Weight: 203
Age: 22
School: Florida State
40 yard dash: 4.59
Pros:
Great physical tackler
Good IQ for a safety
Patient, wont bite down on a concept immediately
Good transitional agility
Alot of experience in every role (Slot, Box, deep)
Cons:
Can have a hard time against the run due to smaller size
Smaller wingspan
Needs to improve muscle mass
Games Watched:
Florida state vs Clemson 2022
Overview:
Jammie Robinson is a great coverage Safety. From a school that has produced Derwin James, Jalen Ramsey, and Asante samuel Jr, I'm not surprised that Jammie will be a 1st or early 2nd round pick in this years draft. Robinson has a knack for zone coverage. Hes a patient safety who understands route concepts. He wont bite down, and if he does, that means the ball has been thrown. With Robinson, he wont get burnt from behind, he keeps everything in front of him. However, Robinsons lack of muscle mass and size is a bit of a concern. He can and will be pushed around by the bigger TEs of the NFL and possibly running backs if he isn't careful. Robinson is a great zone safety and will make every tackle within his reach.
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