Overview

Overview

Godfrey entered his senior season barely a blip on the NFL radar, but after a breakout campaign that resulted in Second Team All-Big Ten honors, his stock is on the rise.

A former safety, Godfrey has shown significant improvement in his two years at the position. He is hyper-aggressive in his run support and seems to relish the physical aspect of the game. Godfrey averaged 74 tackles over his two seasons at cornerback, but it is his improvement as a pass defender that has scouts so intrigued. Godfrey showed better recognition as a senior and an ability to make the big play (nine pass break-ups, five INTs).

There are some concerns about his transition -- Godfrey isn't as fast on the field as his timed speed -- which could result in his being moved back to safety in the NFL, at least initially. There are some concerns, but Godfrey's physicality and raw athleticism will result in an early-round selection despite the fact that he remains a bit unpolished.

High School

High School honors - - First team all-Greater Houston and all-conference as a senior, along with Class 5A honorable mention all-state . . . named Defensive Player of the Year as a senior . . . selected to play in the Global Junior All-Star Game and the Bayou Bowl . . . Career - - led prep team to an 11-2 record as a senior . . . recorded 90 tackles, two interceptions, six pass break-ups and two blocked punts as a senior . . . also returned kicks and had a 31.5 yard average. . . . high school coach was Dick Olin.

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Analysis

Analysis

Positives: Rare combination of size and speed. ... Well-built athlete who has the physique of a safety and track star speed. ... Versatile, having played his first two seasons at safety before making the transition to cornerback for his junior and senior seasons. ... Flashed ability previously in his career, but enjoyed a breakout senior campaign. ... Rare pure speed. ... Significant improvement as a senior in terms of technique, play recognition and creating turnovers. ... Physical defender. ... Reliable open-field tackler who aggressively supports the run from his cornerback position. ... Good initial quickness and physicality to re-route the receiver. ... Smooth transition to run downfield. ... Effective in zone coverage. ... Reads the quarterback's eyes and can break on the ball to make plays. ... Learned to use his hands much more effectively as a senior, improving from two INTs and five pass break-ups to five INTs and nine break-ups in second season at cornerback. ... Still learning the nuances of the position, but possesses legitimate upside. ... Hard worker. ... Team leader.

Negatives: Still a bit raw after only playing cornerback for two seasons. ... Elite timed speed, but this speed isn't always evident on the field. ... Faster than he is quick. ... Improved as a senior, but doesn't always recognize the play as quickly as scouts would like, showing only marginal break on the ball despite his experience and athleticism.

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Q & A

Growing up, who was your favorite NFL player and why?

Primetime! He competed and was the best.

In college, what player hit you the hardest? Who was the recipient of your best hit?

Nobody; PR Dorian Bryant from Purdue.

What TV-show marathon will keep you on the couch all day?

Making the Band.

What are the five most-played songs in your iPod? What's the one song you hope nobody ever finds out is in your iPod?

T.I., 50 Cent, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, Ludacris; Britney Spears.

What is one thing your teammates don't know about you?

I own two pit bulls.

What reality TV show would you like to be on and why?

Survivor, because I'd win.

What's your proudest moment in football? Proudest moment off the field?

Any Victory...Beating Illinois in OT/All Big-10 honors.

When you play Madden, what team do you use? Do you put yourself on the team?

Cowboys; Yes.

Who has been the biggest influence on your football career and how?

My brother. He overcame stuff and taught me how to persevere.