As a big Texas Tech fan, I saw every game TJ Vasher played in college. There are multiple reasons why he was not drafted and why I don’t believe he’s an NFL level receiver. I loved him at Tech but he’s not NFL quality IMO. Here’s a good overview of his strengths and sizeable weaknesses:
STRENGTHS
- Height- 6’ 6” height although he has struggled to hit 200 lbs.
- His size allows him to be a red zone weapon- can high point contested passes in the end zone with tight coverage.
- Capable of spectacular catches with a man draped on him.
WEAKNESSES
- Despite the occasional spectacular catch, he dropped a ton of routine passes. Not focused.
- His best 40 times are about 4.5 but his big frame and long legs take away much of his quickness.
- Takes plays off, especially in the running game.
- Not a consistently good downfield blocker; rarely stays engaged in blocking attempts.
- No special teams use in college- couldn’t field punts and was too slight to be a gunner.
- Not a precise route runner and too often gives up on a route if pressed.
- Often injured. Missed a ton of games in college.
Hey TJ could surprise me and I hope he does. But I think if we take the Cowboys fan glasses off Vasher is a long, long shot at best.
