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  • 6'1" Height
  • 212LBS. Weight

Overview

Horton's 2005 wrist injury will scare some off, but if the injury checks out medically, he is a intriguing player. Physical and instinctive, Horton quietly developed into one of the Pac-10's better overall defensive backs in 2006 and seems poised for bigger things as a senior.

Analysis

Strengths

Positives: Well-built athlete with prototype size for the position. ... Reliable open-field tackler who has developed into one of the fiercest hitters in the country. ... Good, albeit not great speed in coverage, but closes well and has good instincts. ... Aggressive in run support and actively engages blockers on his way to the ballcarrier. ... Physical and loves to play the game. ... Despite developing into a second team Pac-10 performer last season, Horton still volunteered for special team coverage units. Negatives: Wrist injury in 2005 was considered career-threatening, and though he has successfully returned to the field, the range of motion in his right wrist has been severely hampered. ... Lacks great speed in coverage. ... Considered by some to be a better football player than athlete, so he may lack great upside.
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Grade Title Draft (Round) Description
96-100 Future Hall of Famer Top Pick A once-in-a-generation type prospect who could change how his position is played
85-95 Immediate Starter 1st An impact player with the ability/intangibles to become a Pro Bowl player. Expect to start immediately except in a unique situation (i.e. behind a veteran starter).
70-84 Eventual Starter 2nd-3rd A quality player who will contribute to the team early on and is expected to develop into a starter. A reliable player who brings value to the position.
50-69 Draftable Player 4th-7th A prospect with the ability to make team as a backup/role player. Needs to be a special teams contributor at applicable positions. Players in the high range of this category might have long-term potential.
20-49 Free Agent UDFA A player with solid measurables, intangibles, college achievements, or a developing skill that warrants an opportunity in an NFL camp. In the right situation, he could earn a place on a 53-man roster, but most likely will be a practice squad player or a camp body.
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