Tyrann Mathieu compared to Jourdan Lewis

[xwalker]

I see some people question the size of Lewis, but Lewis is bigger than Mathieu.

Mathieu has played slot CB, outside CB, SS and FS in the NFL. In 2015 he played Safety in base and moved to slot CB in the Nickel. He has played outside CB and has had success defending TEs.

Jourdan Lewis
Height: 5100
Weight: 188
40 Yrd Dash: 4.47
20 Yrd Dash: 2.51
10 Yrd Dash: 1.57
225 Lb. Bench Reps: 15
Vertical Jump: 34 1/2
Broad Jump: 10'01"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.38
3-Cone Drill: 6.88

Tyrann Mathieu
Height: 5086
Weight: 186
40 Yrd Dash: 4.50
20 Yrd Dash: 2.61
10 Yrd Dash: 1.56
225 Lb. Bench Reps: 04
Vertical Jump: 34
Broad Jump: 09'09"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.14
3-Cone Drill: 6.87

 

[J817]

My fear stems from the concern for injury. Lewis size being compareed to Mathieu's size doesn't ease that fear seeing Mathieu's injury history.

 

[Irvin88_4life]

My fear stems from the concern for injury. Lewis size being compareed to Mathieu's size doesn't ease that fear seeing Mathieu's injury history.

Lewis is bigger

 

[CalPolyTechnique]

Gotta love the use of Pro Day numbers to fluff the times.

 

[DFWJC]

I consider Matthieu's attributes related more to his insticts than phyical measurables.
The guy is just a football player

But I DO think Lewis can play outside

 

[J817]

Lewis is bigger

By 2 pounds

 

[dallasdave]

I consider Matthieu's attributes related more to his insticts than phyical measurables.
The guy is just a football player

But I DO think Lewis can play outside

Bottome line is -he is a football player

 

[Irvin88_4life]

By 2 pounds

5'8......5'10........seems more then weight but height.

 

[AsthmaField]

My fear stems from the concern for injury. Lewis size being compareed to Mathieu's size doesn't ease that fear seeing Mathieu's injury history.

Lewis won't be playing any safety. He won't take quite the punishment that HB has, although it likely won't be that different.

One of the main keys in staying healthy (besides dumb luck), is how limber a guy is, as well as how he takes care of his body. If a guy is tiny, then maybe it would make a big difference... but Lewis is just below what teams look for size wise.

If Lewis were an inch taller and 10 pounds heavier people would be saying he has very good size... and that wouldn't really help him stay any healthier.

 

[SilverStarCowboy]

I don't get that comparison, by nature Jourdan looks the part of a Cover Corner with hands of glue, not a natural Free Lance Safety like T. Mathews who brings the wood.

 

[hornitosmonster]

The Honeybadger is always hurt. He has had one good season

 

[CCBoy]

Lewis won't be playing any safety. He won't take quite the punishment that HB has, although it likely won't be that different.

One of the main keys in staying healthy (besides dumb luck), is how limber a guy is, as well as how he takes care of his body. If a guy is tiny, then maybe it would make a big difference... but Lewis is just below what teams look for size wise.

If Lewis were an inch taller and 10 pounds heavier people would be saying he has very good size... and that wouldn't really help him stay any healthier.

Within three seasons, he'll have that added 10 pounds and fully functional when there.

 

[Bullflop]

If Lewis compares to Mathieu in performance in the pros, that'll be some pretty fast company he's in! His college history does appear quite encouraging in that respect, though. No doubt, we'll all be anxiously watching his progress before long. I'm preparing myself to be patient with him until he gets his feet solidly under him in the meantime, however. Cornerback is understandably such a highly demanding position.

 

[dallasdave]

If Lewis compares to Mathieu in performance in the pros, that'll be some pretty fast company he's in! His college history does appear quite encouraging in that respect, though. No doubt, we'll all be anxiously watching his progress before long. I'm preparing myself to be patient with him until he gets his feet solidly under him in the meantime, however. Cornerback is understandably such a highly demanding position.

Very demanding position !!!! A CB is out there on an island alone.

 

[dwreck27]

The Honeybadger is always hurt. He has had one good season

Agree. He's been super hyped in the league but he's turning into bob sanders 2.0

 

[JBell]

Odd player to compare against X.

Lewis won't be asked to play safety. The debate is whether he can play outside CB effectively, so a comparison to undersized outside corners like Brent Grimes or Janoris Jenkins would've been more interesting to look at.

 

[xwalker]

Odd player to compare against X.

Lewis won't be asked to play safety. The debate is whether he can play outside CB effectively, so a comparison to undersized outside corners like Brent Grimes or Janoris Jenkins would've been more interesting to look at.

Janoris Jenkins
Height: 5100
Weight: 193
40 Yrd Dash: 4.46
20 Yrd Dash: 2.58
10 Yrd Dash: 1.55
225 Lb. Bench Reps:
Vertical Jump: 33 1/2
Broad Jump: 10'01"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.13
3-Cone Drill: 6.95

Jourdan Lewis
Height: 5100
Weight: 188
40 Yrd Dash: 4.47
20 Yrd Dash: 2.51
10 Yrd Dash: 1.57
225 Lb. Bench Reps: 15
Vertical Jump: 34 1/2
Broad Jump: 10'01"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.38
3-Cone Drill: 6.88

 

[Trouty]

@xwalker

What about Harris Jr (DEN)? For comparison as an outside CB. Harris Jr is a shorty, too, and imo the best in NFL.

 

[Alexander]

If used correctly, Lewis can be a very effective cornerback in this league.

There is far too much emphasis placed on being "tall" and "having length".

The name of the game is coverage. Going where the other player goes.

Match them off the jam with strength, stay close and track the football in flight.

If that means OMG they might complete a fade or two, I will take it.

 

[xwalker]

@xwalker

What about Harris Jr (DEN)? For comparison as an outside CB. Harris Jr is a shorty, too, and imo the best in NFL.

Chris Harris
Height: 5090
Weight: 194
40 Yrd Dash: 4.48
20 Yrd Dash: 2.63
10 Yrd Dash: 1.59
225 Lb. Bench Reps: 14
Vertical Jump: 34
Broad Jump: 10'01"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.20
3-Cone Drill: 7.01