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Trey Caldwell (La-Monroe) - 2016 NFL Draft Pick #173 by CLE


What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Trey Caldwell (2016 NFL Draft)

Player Profile:

  • Name: Trey Caldwell
  • Position: Cornerback
  • College: University of Louisiana at Monroe
  • Height: 5'11"
  • Weight: 185 lbs

Strengths:

  • Good Agility: Caldwell displayed impressive footwork and agility, making him effective in shadowing receivers.
  • Ball Skills: He had a knack for finding the ball, showcasing his ability to make plays in the air.
  • Tackling: His tackling technique was solid, allowing him to contribute against the run and in short yardage situations.

Weaknesses:

  • Size: At 5'11", he may struggle against taller receivers in the NFL.
  • Physicality: Needs to improve his physical play at the line of scrimmage to be more effective against press coverage.
  • Consistency: There were moments of inconsistency in his coverage, which raised concerns about his ability to handle top-tier wide receivers.

Overall Assessment:

Trey Caldwell was considered a talented cornerback with potential but faced challenges due to his size and inconsistency. His agility and ball skills made him a valuable prospect, but teams would need to evaluate whether he could develop into a reliable starter at the next level.

Projected Draft Round:

Most analysts projected Caldwell to be selected in the late rounds of the 2016 NFL Draft, potentially as a depth cornerback or special teams contributor.