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Michael Lehan (Minnesota) - 2003 NFL Draft Pick #152 by CLE

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Michael Lehan - 2003 NFL Draft

Player Profile:

  • Name: Michael Lehan
  • College: University of Minnesota
  • Position: Cornerback
  • Height: 6'1"
  • Weight: 200 lbs

Overview:

Michael Lehan was considered a solid prospect heading into the 2003 NFL Draft. Known for his physical playing style and ability to cover a variety of receivers, Lehan had made a name for himself during his college career at Minnesota. His combination of size, speed, and ball skills made him an attractive option for teams looking to bolster their secondary.

Strengths:

  • Strong, physical cornerback with good size for the position.
  • Excellent press coverage skills; can effectively jam receivers at the line of scrimmage.
  • Good awareness and ability to read quarterbacks, leading to potential interceptions.
  • Solid tackling ability; not afraid to come up in run support.
  • Experience playing in various defensive schemes during his college career.

Areas for Improvement:

  • Needs to improve on his footwork and technique in off-man coverage.
  • Occasionally struggles with quicker, more agile receivers.
  • Could benefit from further development in reading the play and anticipating routes.

Overall Outlook:

Michael Lehan was projected to be a mid-round pick in the 2003 NFL Draft. Teams looking for depth in their secondary and a player with the potential to develop into a starting cornerback would find Lehan to be a valuable addition. His combination of size and toughness made him a desirable prospect, but his development in certain areas would determine his success at the next level.