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Clinton Burrell () - 1979 NFL Draft Pick #151 by CLE


What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Clinton Burrell (1979 NFL Draft)

Player Profile:
  • Name: Clinton Burrell
  • Position: Defensive Back
  • College: University of Miami
Scouting Report:
  • Physical Attributes:
    • Height: 6'0"
    • Weight: 190 lbs
    • Speed: Excellent, with a sub-4.5 second 40-yard dash
  • Skill Set:
    • Strong coverage skills with the ability to play both man and zone defense.
    • Good ball skills, demonstrated by his interception totals in college.
    • Physical tackler with a solid understanding of run support.
Strengths:
  • Excellent athletic ability and quickness, allowing him to cover a wide range of receivers.
  • Leadership qualities and high football IQ, making him a valuable addition to any secondary.
  • Experience playing in a competitive college program, facing top-tier talent regularly.
Areas for Improvement:
  • Needs to work on consistency in tackling technique to reduce missed tackles.
  • Can improve his reaction time in zone coverage situations.
Projected Draft Position:

Clinton Burrell is projected to be selected in the 2nd to 3rd round of the 1979 NFL Draft, with potential to rise based on team needs and performance in pre-draft workouts.

Overall Outlook:

With his combination of size, speed, and football intelligence, Clinton Burrell is seen as a promising prospect who could make an immediate impact in the NFL. He has the tools to develop into a starting defensive back and contribute significantly to a team's secondary.