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Grade
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  • 4.54 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 26 REPS
    Top Performer
  • 39.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 6.90 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 4.29 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 11.46 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 6'1" Height
  • 33 1/2" Arm Length
  • 242LBS. Weight
  • 9 7/8" Hands

Overview

Chaney is coming off his most productive year as a collegiate player after missing most of the 2008 season with an injury in the opener. Chaney has adequate size, strength and athleticism for the position. Chaney has improved his run defense but is best in space as a coverage defender. He is inconsistent to take on and shed blockers and may be best covered up at the next level. Chaney plays with an excellent motor and is quick to pursue with solid instincts. He runs well and shows excellent range which should make him great in combination man schemes as well as special team’s at the nest level. Chaney is a very good football player that is likely to be productive as a rookie.

Analysis

Strengths

Chaney displays impressive athleticism for an inside ‘backer and the range to make plays from sideline-to-sideline. Shows good instincts when diagnosing against the run. Is a tough, competitive performer who plays with a good motor. Excels dropping into pass coverage and is comfortable playing zone. Has been productive whenever on the field.

Weaknesses

Struggles against the run. He’s inconsistent to take on and shed bloggers up the middle. Is not stout enough to stop the power running game. Despite his range in pass coverage, only possesses average ball skills. Must improved his blitz techniques to further enhance third down value.
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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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