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Todd Lyght (College Stats) - 1991 NFL Draft Pick #5 by RAM


What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Todd Lyght - 1991 NFL Draft

Player Profile:

  • Name: Todd Lyght
  • Position: Cornerback
  • College: Notre Dame

College Stats:

  • Year: 1987-1990
  • Interceptions: 8
  • Tackles: 150+
  • Pass Deflections: Numerous

Strengths:

  • Speed and Agility: Lyght has exceptional speed, allowing him to keep up with faster wide receivers and effectively cover deep routes.
  • Ball Skills: Demonstrated ability to track the ball and make interceptions, showcasing good hands and awareness.
  • Physicality: Strong in press coverage, able to jam receivers at the line of scrimmage.
  • Intelligence: High football IQ, with an ability to read quarterbacks and anticipate plays.

Weaknesses:

  • Size: At 5'10", he may be considered undersized for the cornerback position, particularly against taller wide receivers.
  • Injury History: Had some minor injuries in college that raised concerns about durability in the NFL.

Overall Assessment:

Todd Lyght is regarded as a talented cornerback with the ability to make an immediate impact in the NFL. His speed and ball skills position him as a top prospect, but concerns about his size and health could affect his draft stock. He projects as a solid starting corner and could excel in a system that emphasizes man-to-man coverage.

Projected Draft Position:

Lyght is expected to be selected in the first round of the 1991 NFL Draft, with teams looking for a playmaker in the secondary.

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