Grade
?- 6'3" Height
- 33 5/8" Arm Length
- 242LBS. Weight
- 9 7/8" Hands
Overview
Cole is a slender built player with a frame that could carry an extra 20 pounds. He is a tough competitive player that is better attacking the line of scrimmage than diagnosing and playing in space. He has adequate speed and range versus the run but is inconsistent finding the level of the ball which makes him late to the pile. Cole uses his hands well to control blockers but needs added overall strength and power to hold the point at the NFL level. Cole lacks great lateral agility and quickness in space which hinders his ability in man coverage but could be effective in combination zone schemes. Cole is a good football player with room to improve in several areas of his game (overall strength, reads and reactions, coverage techniques), but will likely be relegated to a backup role at the next level.
Analysis
Weaknesses
Power to hold the point is a bit of a concern as Cole can play too high at times. His natural instincts and reactions are questionable. Struggles to diagnose, play in space and can be caught out of position. He has very limited coverage skills and is much more comfortable attacking vertically.
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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. |
