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David Irons (Auburn) - 2007 NFL Draft Pick #194 by ATL

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for David Irons - 2007 NFL Draft

Player Profile:

  • Name: David Irons
  • College: Auburn University
  • Position: Cornerback
  • Height: 6'0"
  • Weight: 190 lbs

Strengths:

  • Strong cover skills with good ball awareness.
  • Physical at the line of scrimmage, able to disrupt receivers.
  • Good speed and agility, allowing him to keep up with fast receivers.
  • Experience playing in a high-level college program, which contributed to his development.
  • Has shown the ability to tackle effectively in both open field and run support.

Weaknesses:

  • Injury history that raised concerns about durability.
  • Can be inconsistent in technique, especially in press coverage.
  • Needs improvement in reading quarterbacks and recognizing routes.
  • Limited experience against top-tier competition due to the level of play in some games.

Overall Analysis:

David Irons entered the 2007 NFL Draft as a talented cornerback with a solid combination of size and athleticism. His physical style of play made him a standout at Auburn, where he showcased his ability to cover receivers and contribute in run support. However, concerns about his injury history and consistency in technique could impact his draft stock.

Irons was projected to be selected in the mid to late rounds of the draft, with potential to develop into a solid contributor at the cornerback position. Teams looking for depth in their secondary and willing to invest time in his development might find him to be a valuable pick.

Projected Draft Round: 4th - 6th Round