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Will Fuller (Notre Dame) - 2016 NFL Draft Pick #21 by HOU

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Will Fuller (2016 NFL Draft)

Will Fuller, a wide receiver from Notre Dame, was one of the most exciting prospects leading up to the 2016 NFL Draft. Here’s an overview of his pre-draft analysis:

  • Physical Attributes:
    • Height: 6'0"
    • Weight: 186 lbs
    • Speed: Known for elite speed, with a 40-yard dash time in the low 4.3 seconds range.
  • College Performance:
    • Played three seasons at Notre Dame, accumulating over 2,500 receiving yards and 30 touchdowns.
    • Had a breakout junior season in 2015, catching 62 passes for 1,258 yards and 14 touchdowns.
  • Strengths:
    • Incredible speed and vertical ability, making him a deep-threat receiver.
    • Good route runner with the ability to create separation from defenders.
    • Strong hands and ability to make difficult catches in traffic.
  • Weaknesses:
    • Concerns about durability given his slender frame.
    • Needs to improve his physicality at the line of scrimmage against press coverage.
    • Inconsistent in his ability to run a complete route tree.
  • Overall Projection:

    Will Fuller was projected to be a first-round pick due to his explosive playmaking ability. His speed and potential to stretch the field made him an attractive option for teams looking to enhance their passing game.

Teams were particularly interested in Fuller as he offered the potential to become a game-changing receiver in the NFL, capable of altering defenses with his speed and playmaking ability.