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Roy Jefferson (College Stats) - 1965 NFL Draft Pick #18 by PIT

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Roy Jefferson (1965 NFL Draft)

Player Profile: Roy Jefferson
College: University of Maryland
Position: Wide Receiver

College Performance:

  • Years Active: 1961-1964
  • Notable Stats:
    • Receiving Yards: 1,300+ yards
    • Touchdowns: 15+ touchdowns
    • Receptions: 90+ receptions
  • Accolades:
    • All-Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Honors
    • Team MVP

Strengths:

  • Speed: Roy possesses exceptional speed, allowing him to stretch the field and get open deep.
  • Route Running: Demonstrated ability to run precise routes, making him a reliable target for quarterbacks.
  • Hands: Known for his strong hands and ability to make difficult catches in traffic.
  • Versatility: Capable of playing both outside and in the slot, adding flexibility to the offense.

Areas for Improvement:

  • Physicality: Needs to improve physical play against more aggressive NFL cornerbacks.
  • Blocking: Must develop blocking skills to contribute effectively in the run game.

Draft Projection:

  • Projected as a mid-round pick due to his impressive college performance and potential to develop into a starting receiver.
  • Teams looking for a speedy receiver with good hands and route-running ability may target Jefferson as a valuable addition to their roster.

Conclusion:

Roy Jefferson's combination of speed, agility, and receiving skills make him a promising candidate for the 1965 NFL Draft. If he can enhance his physicality and blocking, he has the potential to become a standout receiver in professional football.