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Grade
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  • 4.58 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 14 REPS
    Top Performer
  • 38.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 119.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 6.82 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 4.17 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 6'0" Height
  • 198LBS. Weight

Overview

Playing defense in the Big 12 is no easy task -- neither is playing against the Raiders' offense every day in practice. McBath has the versatility and confidence to star in the secondary. He was a first-team All-Big 12 safety and made plays against the pass (six interceptions, three against Kansas) and the run (70 tackles) as a senior. He earned all-conference accolades in his sophomore and junior seasons, totaling 148 tackles and five picks in 2006 and '07.

Analysis

Strengths

Strengths: Centerfielder with the build of a strong safety and good upper-body development. ... Comes downhill in a hurry, diagnosing the run and attacking receivers over the middle. ... Solid last line of defense and secure tackler in space. ... Reads the quarterback's eyes and has the speed to jump routes. ... Good hands for the interception. ... Finds his way through trash to the ballcarrier when near the line. ... Became a more vocal leader as a senior, and has always tried to lead by example. ... Directs the defense from the deep secondary. ... Contributes on special teams and should do so in the NFL due to his size and speed. Weaknesses: Only adequate height for a free safety and might have to move down into the box. ... Better when the play is in front of him and lacks the lateral quickness and recovery speed to stay with quick tight ends or receivers in space. ... Must improve his hand usage to get off the blocks of bigger wide receivers. ... Slow in run-pass recognition. ... Not a dominant hitter.
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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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