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Lance Brown (Indiana) - 1995 NFL Draft Pick #161 by PIT

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Lance Brown - 1995 NFL Draft

College: Indiana University

Position: Safety

Physical Attributes:

  • Height: 6'0"
  • Weight: 205 lbs
  • 40-Yard Dash: 4.5 seconds

Overview:

Lance Brown emerged as a prominent safety during his time at Indiana, showcasing a blend of size, speed, and instinct on the field. His ability to read plays and react quickly made him a standout player in college football.

Strengths:

  • Great range and speed for a safety, allowing him to cover a lot of ground.
  • Strong tackling ability; not afraid to come up and support the run defense.
  • Good ball skills; demonstrated the ability to intercept passes and create turnovers.
  • Experience in both strong and free safety positions, providing versatility to defenses.

Weaknesses:

  • Occasionally takes poor angles in pursuit, leading to missed tackles.
  • Needs to improve man-to-man coverage skills against quicker receivers.
  • Injury history could raise concerns for some teams during the draft process.

Projected Draft Round: 3rd to 4th Round

Summary:

With a solid college career and the physical tools to succeed at the next level, Lance Brown was viewed as a reliable safety prospect in the 1995 NFL Draft. Teams looking for a player with versatility and the potential for growth were likely to take a chance on him in the middle rounds.