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Cliff Hicks () - 1987 NFL Draft Pick #74 by RAM

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Cliff Hicks (1987 NFL Draft)

Player Profile:
  • Name: Cliff Hicks
  • Position: Defensive Back
  • College: University of Southern California (USC)
Strengths:
  • Excellent speed and athleticism, allowing him to cover ground quickly.
  • Strong tackling ability, demonstrating a willingness to support the run defense.
  • Good ball skills, with a knack for intercepting passes and breaking up plays.
  • Experience in a high-level program, having played against top-tier competition.
Weaknesses:
  • Inconsistent in coverage at times, particularly against quicker receivers.
  • Needs to improve his technique in man-to-man situations.
  • Injury history could raise concerns for some teams during the draft process.
Overall Assessment:

Cliff Hicks is viewed as a promising defensive back who has the potential to develop into a starter at the next level. His physical tools and experience at USC make him an attractive prospect, but teams will need to weigh his inconsistencies and injury concerns before making a decision in the draft.

Projected Draft Round:
  • Likely to be selected in the 2nd to 4th round based on his potential and the needs of teams in the secondary.