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Owen Hooven () - 1988 NFL Draft Pick #178 by DAL

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Owen Hooven - 1988 NFL Draft

Player Profile:
  • Name: Owen Hooven
  • Position: Defensive Back
  • College: University of Washington
  • Height: 6'1"
  • Weight: 205 lbs
Strengths:
  • Excellent size and physicality for a defensive back, allowing for strong press coverage.
  • Good ball skills, with a knack for intercepting passes and breaking up plays.
  • Solid tackling ability, capable of bringing down larger receivers and running backs.
  • Versatile player, able to play both cornerback and safety positions effectively.
Weaknesses:
  • Occasional struggles with deep speed against faster receivers, leading to separation.
  • Needs to improve footwork in man-to-man coverage situations.
  • Can be overly aggressive at times, which may lead to penalties or missed assignments.
Overall Assessment:

Owen Hooven is a talented defensive back with a strong college career at the University of Washington. His combination of size and skill makes him an attractive prospect for NFL teams looking to bolster their secondary. While he has some areas to improve, particularly in coverage against speedy receivers, his physical attributes and playmaking ability suggest that he could develop into a solid contributor at the professional level.

Projected Draft Round:

Mid to late rounds, with potential for a team to take a chance on his upside in the later draft stages.