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Stanley Jean-Baptiste (Nebraska) - 2014 NFL Draft Pick #58 by NO

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Stanley Jean-Baptiste (2014 NFL Draft)

Player Profile:

  • Name: Stanley Jean-Baptiste
  • Position: Cornerback
  • College: University of Nebraska
  • Height: 6'3"
  • Weight: 218 lbs

Overview:

Stanley Jean-Baptiste emerged as one of the top cornerback prospects in the 2014 NFL Draft following a standout season at Nebraska. His combination of size, athleticism, and ball skills made him an intriguing option for NFL teams looking to bolster their secondary.

Strengths:

  • Size and Length: Jean-Baptiste possesses ideal size for an NFL cornerback, standing at 6'3" with long arms that allow him to contest passes effectively.
  • Physicality: He is not afraid to be physical at the line of scrimmage, making him a good fit for press coverage schemes.
  • Ball Skills: Jean-Baptiste displayed impressive ball-hawking ability, recording multiple interceptions and pass breakups during his college career.
  • Versatility: His ability to play both man and zone coverage adds value, allowing teams to use him in various defensive schemes.

Weaknesses:

  • Inexperience: With only two years of playing experience at the cornerback position, he may need time to develop and refine his technique.
  • Foot Speed: While he has good size, some scouts expressed concerns about his lateral quickness and ability to keep up with quicker wide receivers.
  • Consistency: There were moments of inconsistency in his play, particularly in terms of tackling and coverage discipline.

Projected Draft Round: 2nd - 3rd Round

Stanley Jean-Baptiste was viewed as a high-upside prospect with the potential to become a solid starting cornerback in the NFL. Teams that valued size and physicality at the position were particularly interested in his skill set leading up to the draft.