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Marquez Valdes-Scantling (South Florida) - 2018 NFL Draft Pick #174 by GB

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Marquez Valdes-Scantling (2018 NFL Draft)

College: South Florida
Position: Wide Receiver

Overview

Marquez Valdes-Scantling was considered a talented wide receiver prospect heading into the 2018 NFL Draft. He showcased impressive physical attributes and skills during his college career at South Florida.

Physical Attributes

  • Height: 6'4"
  • Weight: 206 lbs
  • Speed: Recorded a 4.37-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine

Strengths

  • Size and Catch Radius: Valdes-Scantling's height and wingspan made him a difficult matchup for defensive backs.
  • Speed: His straight-line speed allowed him to stretch the field and create separation from defenders.
  • Deep Threat Ability: He demonstrated the ability to make big plays downfield, showing good tracking skills for deep passes.
  • Route Running: Improved route running at South Florida, with the ability to create separation on various types of routes.

Weaknesses

  • Consistency: Valdes-Scantling struggled with drops and inconsistent hands at times, which raised concerns about his reliability.
  • Route Tree: While he improved, he still needed to expand his route tree to be effective at the next level.
  • Physicality: Could be pushed off routes by more physical cornerbacks, which may hinder his ability to separate in press coverage.

Overall Evaluation

Marquez Valdes-Scantling was viewed as a project player with significant upside due to his unique combination of size and speed. His ability to develop into a reliable deep threat made him an intriguing option for NFL teams looking to add a vertical element to their offense. Teams were likely to consider him in the mid to late rounds of the draft.