TE04
Jim Dray
TE Stanford
- 6'5" Height
- 33" Arm Length
- 246LBS. Weight
- 10 1/8" Hands
Overview
Dray is a good sized tight end, who needs to be brought in as a blocker first and a receiving threat second. He oozes off the line and builds to his speed when running downfield routes. He is athletic and has excellent ball skills but is not very quick or explosive in or out of his breaks and struggles to separate from defenders. He can read coverages and can be an effective zone receiver, but his best chance of making a team is if he adds even more power and strength and makes an impression as a blocker. Dray projects as a seventh-round pick or free-agent signing if not selected in this Aprils' draft.
Analysis
Strengths
Dray is tall with a large frame and good bulk. Releases fast and clean off of the line and finds soft spots in zone coverage. Uses size to get between defenders and the ball to make catches in traffic. Maintains good footwork, takes good blocking angles and stays engaged to finish blocks.
Weaknesses
Limited athlete who stays too high and struggles to change direction and make cuts. Drops too many passes and is not explosive enough to stretch the field or make people miss after the catch. Missed significant time early in his career with a major knee injury.
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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. |