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Golden Richards () - 1973 NFL Draft Pick #46 by DAL

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Golden Richards - 1973 NFL Draft

Player Overview:
  • Name: Golden Richards
  • College: University of Texas at Arlington
  • Position: Wide Receiver
Strengths:
  • Exceptional speed and agility, making him a deep threat on the field.
  • Strong hands and ability to catch passes in traffic.
  • Versatile player with experience in both the passing and running game.
  • Good route runner, capable of creating separation from defenders.
Weaknesses:
  • Inconsistent production during college, raising concerns about reliability.
  • Needs to improve blocking skills to be more effective in run support.
Overall Assessment:

Golden Richards was regarded as a player with significant upside due to his physical attributes and playmaking ability. Scouts noted his potential to develop into a solid NFL wide receiver if he could refine his skills and improve consistency. Teams looking for a speedy receiver to stretch the field were particularly interested in his capabilities.

Projected Draft Round:
  • Late 2nd Round to early 3rd Round

Richards was seen as a player who could make an immediate impact on special teams while developing into a key offensive contributor in the right system.