Marcus Smith
WR New Mexico
- 6'1" Height
- 214LBS. Weight
Overview
A size/speed prospect who produced the breakout season many predicted in 2007, attaining first team All-Mountain West accolades with 91 catches for 1,125 yards and four touchdowns. Used as an all-purpose runner and receiver early in his career, he became a go-to playmaker for his quarterbacks.
Analysis
Strengths
Positives: Good size and build for an NFL receiver. ... Willing to make tough catches over the middle, not just down the sideline on the island. ... Will run away from smaller defenders or break an arm tackle to get down the sideline or the seam. ... Effectively uses his frame to shield defenders on slants. ... Very willing blocker downfield. ... Straight-ahead, strong and occasionally explosive kick return option.
Negatives: Lacks suddenness coming out of his stance or in his routes. ... Got a lot of yards off of receiver screens but is not elusive enough to do so in the pros. ... Does not have the top end speed to separate from better corners. ... Concentration and hand-eye coordination are inconsistent. ... He makes very tough snatches in traffic on one series, then will drop a deep ball after gaining separation from his defender. ... Does not play as physical as expected given his size, and may have issues getting off the jam.
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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. |