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184.WR Jordan Payton UCLA 6-1 207
Combine Results:
Height:6'1''
Weight:207
Arm:32 1/2
Hand:10 1/8
40(1st):4.48
10yd(1st):1.58
40(2nd):4.48
10yd(2nd):1.58
Vertical:34.5"
Broad:10'1"
3-Cone:7.08
Short Shuttle:4.33
[video=youtube;vTjd9GI2A2Q]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTjd9GI2A2Q&feature=youtu.be[/video]
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1996576/jordan-paytonSTRENGTHS: Sports an NFL-ready build with good weight distribution including broad shoulders and long, well-built arms (32 1/4") and legs. Shows good initial quickness and smooth acceleration off the snap to eat up the cushion. Shows the savvy as a route-runner you'd expect given his starting experience, using his hands well to fend off press coverage and showing agility and balance to sink his hips and create separation. Doesn't possess elite height but shows good timing on his leaps and the arm length to win in jump ball situations. Generally a reliable pass-catcher, typically snatching balls away from his frame and securing quickly. Shows vision and courage on crossing routes, slipping by defenders across the middle to operate as an effective security blanket. Uses his broad-shouldered frame well to shield defenders from the ball. Good awareness and competitiveness while blocking for teammates. Durable performer with appearances in 52 games for the Bruins over the past four seasons.
WEAKNESSES: May be tapped out as an NFL prospect. Possesses good size and overall athleticism but lacks a defining characteristic. Average top-end speed and isn't often enough able to elude defenders after the catch, generating much of his production on quick slants and crossers in which play-designs help him gain freedom. Struggled to generate consistent separation in a more traditional pro-style offense during the Senior Bowl.
IN OUR VIEW: Payton emerged as the Bruins' most dependable wideout the past two seasons and his route-running and awareness as a blocker are NFL-caliber. There are questions about his straight-line speed and whether UCLA's up-tempo offense and talent at quarterback inflated his production.
Combine Results:
Height:6'1''
Weight:207
Arm:32 1/2
Hand:10 1/8
40(1st):4.48
10yd(1st):1.58
40(2nd):4.48
10yd(2nd):1.58
Vertical:34.5"
Broad:10'1"
3-Cone:7.08
Short Shuttle:4.33
[video=youtube;vTjd9GI2A2Q]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTjd9GI2A2Q&feature=youtu.be[/video]