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I haven't heard of him visiting Dallas or any interest on our end, so I'm wondering if anyone else here has heard anything about him. He's a really interesting prospect who's made a name for himself with his production (19 int's).
I was listening to an interview with him on Sirius Radio the other day, and he was explaining how much he loves studying tape. He has a huge chip on his shoulder because he's always been doubted and despite his amazing production at Middle Tennessee State, he has a lot to prove. Sounds like a true professional who loves the game of football.
He's projected to be selected no earlier than the 3rd round
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...us-kevin-byard-used-to-proving-doubters-wrong
Pro Football Focus college research
Kevin Byard was rated as the “best in center field” safety in the draft and third overall. He missed five tackles in 2015 to rank fourth in tackle efficiency. He only made two stops in the run game, however.
5' 11"
216 lbs.
40-yard dash: 4.44 seconds
Vertical: 38 inches
Broad jump: 9 feet
Short shuttle: 4.15 seconds
3-cone: 6.73 seconds
Bench: 22 reps of 225 pounds
STRENGTHS
Strong football IQ. Lines secondary up and is assignment-oriented. Disciplined in zone coverage reading and responding to the quarterbacks eyes. Scans through route developments like a quarterback. Good awareness as single-high safety and rarely panics when faced with route combinations meant to create mistakes and indecision. Plays with smooth backpedal and adequate footwork and looks to have. Always active. Former high school receiver with plus ball tracking and ball skills over the top. Holds school record with 19 career interceptions and has 19 passes defensed over the last two years. Effort never questioned and brings desired football character onto field and into locker room. Willing downhill charge against the run.
WEAKNESSES
Despite his frame, not as physical a hitter as expected. Had opportunities to make the big hit but rarely chose to send that message. Active tackler, but needs to be better at squaring up and finishing with direct wrap up tackles rather than grab and drag finishes. Average agility to deal with trash near line of scrimmage when stepping downhill against run or screens. Can improve his angles to the ball. Slight hitch in when redirecting opening door for dangerous separation by speedy targets. Below average mirror and match in man coverage. Scouts concerned with overall long speed in coverage.
I was listening to an interview with him on Sirius Radio the other day, and he was explaining how much he loves studying tape. He has a huge chip on his shoulder because he's always been doubted and despite his amazing production at Middle Tennessee State, he has a lot to prove. Sounds like a true professional who loves the game of football.
He's projected to be selected no earlier than the 3rd round
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...us-kevin-byard-used-to-proving-doubters-wrong
Pro Football Focus college research
Kevin Byard was rated as the “best in center field” safety in the draft and third overall. He missed five tackles in 2015 to rank fourth in tackle efficiency. He only made two stops in the run game, however.
5' 11"
216 lbs.
40-yard dash: 4.44 seconds
Vertical: 38 inches
Broad jump: 9 feet
Short shuttle: 4.15 seconds
3-cone: 6.73 seconds
Bench: 22 reps of 225 pounds
STRENGTHS
Strong football IQ. Lines secondary up and is assignment-oriented. Disciplined in zone coverage reading and responding to the quarterbacks eyes. Scans through route developments like a quarterback. Good awareness as single-high safety and rarely panics when faced with route combinations meant to create mistakes and indecision. Plays with smooth backpedal and adequate footwork and looks to have. Always active. Former high school receiver with plus ball tracking and ball skills over the top. Holds school record with 19 career interceptions and has 19 passes defensed over the last two years. Effort never questioned and brings desired football character onto field and into locker room. Willing downhill charge against the run.
WEAKNESSES
Despite his frame, not as physical a hitter as expected. Had opportunities to make the big hit but rarely chose to send that message. Active tackler, but needs to be better at squaring up and finishing with direct wrap up tackles rather than grab and drag finishes. Average agility to deal with trash near line of scrimmage when stepping downhill against run or screens. Can improve his angles to the ball. Slight hitch in when redirecting opening door for dangerous separation by speedy targets. Below average mirror and match in man coverage. Scouts concerned with overall long speed in coverage.
