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Rich Miano (College Stats) - 1985 NFL Draft Pick #166 by NYJ

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Rich Miano - 1985 NFL Draft

Player Profile: Rich Miano

College: University of Hawaii

College Performance:

  • Position: Safety
  • Height: 6'0"
  • Weight: 185 lbs
  • College Stats:
    • Interceptions: 10
    • Tackles: 150+
    • Pass Deflections: 20+

Strengths:

  • Intelligence: Miano is known for his high football IQ, allowing him to read plays effectively and anticipate the opponent's moves.
  • Coverage Skills: Excellent in both zone and man-to-man coverage, making him a versatile defensive back.
  • Work Ethic: Consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic, both on and off the field, earning respect from coaches and teammates.
  • Speed and Agility: Quick footwork and speed allow him to cover ground quickly and make plays on the ball.

Areas for Improvement:

  • Physicality: Needs to improve on being more physical in tackling and during press coverage situations.
  • Size: At 185 lbs, he may be considered slightly undersized for the safety position in the NFL, which could lead to challenges against larger receivers.

Overall Assessment:

Rich Miano is viewed as a smart, skilled safety with the potential to be a solid contributor at the next level. His college performance demonstrates a strong ability to read offenses and make plays, although he may need to adapt to the physicality and speed of the NFL. Teams looking for a reliable safety with good coverage skills and a high football IQ would find Miano to be an appealing prospect in the 1985 NFL Draft.