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We have visited with him.
I have seen a mock where Waynes, Peters, Johnson and Jones are off the board and they have us taking him... Link to that mock - http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-s...rdTU3BGNvbG8DYmYxBHBvcwMxBHZ0aWQDVklQNTgyXzE-
Also has us taking Duke Johnson in the second.
But back to the first pick and scenario
I have seen some say they want Johnson, Some want Jones, Some want Peters....don't see many talk about Collins. Would you be ok if he was the pick?
OVERVIEW
Made just 10 starts in his college career. In 2014, played in all 13 games, starting seven while leading the Tigers with 10 passes defensed. Allowed completion rate of a little more than 35 percent on passes thrown at him. In 2013, lost his starting job after two games, but played in all 13, allowing 10 completions for 163 yards on 18 targets. Selected to the Freshman All-SEC Team in 2012, finishing with two interceptions. Given a 4-star rating by Rivals and selected Mississippi 6A first-team All State while attending Olive Branch High School (Miss.). Underwent foot operation in March, but is expected to be ready for May minicamp, per NFL Media senior analyst Gil Brandt.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Rare combination of height, weight and speed. Has the foot quickness and twitch to trigger on demand. Uses soft, bouncy feet to change direction and drive instantly on throws. Has arm length to play from trail position and still knock passes away. Desired awareness in zone with extended playmaking range. Will make plays outside of his area and has speed to come across field to chase down a loose running back or receiver. Able to redirect from press coverage and will only get better with more coaching. Leaper with the ability to challenge and win 50/50 throws. Buys in and does his part in run support.
WEAKNESSES
Only 10 career starts. Plays with talent over technique. Needs to improve patience in press coverage rather than opening up too early. More of a straight-line burner than fluid, change-of-direction athlete. A little stiff-hipped and is a tick slow to open and accelerate. Plays with build-up speed over instant gas. Inconsistent to turn and find/track the ball. Not a naturally aggressive, physical player. Can hit with force, but doesn't go out of his way looking for it. Showed more aggression as a tackler earlier in season than he did to close the year.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 1
SOURCES TELL US
"They all have holes, but Collins is what you are looking for in an NFL cornerback with his length and speed. He isn't there yet, but he has the traits and ability to become a high-end starter and maybe the best cornerback from this draft." -- NFC director of personnel
NFL COMPARISON
Terence Newman
BOTTOM LINE
Immensely talented cornerback who brings the entire triangle (height, weight, speed) with him. Still learning technique and how to sink his feet with his eyes, but the instincts and athleticism to make plays on the ball both short and deep are what set him apart. Collins is a work in progress, but his physical and play traits create a very high ceiling if he continues to learn to play the position.
I have seen a mock where Waynes, Peters, Johnson and Jones are off the board and they have us taking him... Link to that mock - http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-s...rdTU3BGNvbG8DYmYxBHBvcwMxBHZ0aWQDVklQNTgyXzE-
Also has us taking Duke Johnson in the second.
But back to the first pick and scenario
I have seen some say they want Johnson, Some want Jones, Some want Peters....don't see many talk about Collins. Would you be ok if he was the pick?
OVERVIEW
Made just 10 starts in his college career. In 2014, played in all 13 games, starting seven while leading the Tigers with 10 passes defensed. Allowed completion rate of a little more than 35 percent on passes thrown at him. In 2013, lost his starting job after two games, but played in all 13, allowing 10 completions for 163 yards on 18 targets. Selected to the Freshman All-SEC Team in 2012, finishing with two interceptions. Given a 4-star rating by Rivals and selected Mississippi 6A first-team All State while attending Olive Branch High School (Miss.). Underwent foot operation in March, but is expected to be ready for May minicamp, per NFL Media senior analyst Gil Brandt.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Rare combination of height, weight and speed. Has the foot quickness and twitch to trigger on demand. Uses soft, bouncy feet to change direction and drive instantly on throws. Has arm length to play from trail position and still knock passes away. Desired awareness in zone with extended playmaking range. Will make plays outside of his area and has speed to come across field to chase down a loose running back or receiver. Able to redirect from press coverage and will only get better with more coaching. Leaper with the ability to challenge and win 50/50 throws. Buys in and does his part in run support.
WEAKNESSES
Only 10 career starts. Plays with talent over technique. Needs to improve patience in press coverage rather than opening up too early. More of a straight-line burner than fluid, change-of-direction athlete. A little stiff-hipped and is a tick slow to open and accelerate. Plays with build-up speed over instant gas. Inconsistent to turn and find/track the ball. Not a naturally aggressive, physical player. Can hit with force, but doesn't go out of his way looking for it. Showed more aggression as a tackler earlier in season than he did to close the year.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 1
SOURCES TELL US
"They all have holes, but Collins is what you are looking for in an NFL cornerback with his length and speed. He isn't there yet, but he has the traits and ability to become a high-end starter and maybe the best cornerback from this draft." -- NFC director of personnel
NFL COMPARISON
Terence Newman
BOTTOM LINE
Immensely talented cornerback who brings the entire triangle (height, weight, speed) with him. Still learning technique and how to sink his feet with his eyes, but the instincts and athleticism to make plays on the ball both short and deep are what set him apart. Collins is a work in progress, but his physical and play traits create a very high ceiling if he continues to learn to play the position.
