Speed, explosion, elusiveness and the ability to create in open space are key traits for today's NFL offenses, and we see plenty of that in the 2022 NFL draft class. Just look at the ridiculously fast 40-yard dash times turned in at the combine this year. Or go open up the tape on some of the top-tier players in the class. Good luck tackling some of these lightning-quick talents.
Whether it be on a deep shot to a receiver on a vertical route or a pop pass to someone on a jet sweep, NFL teams use speed and suddenness to their advantage, getting playmakers in open space so they can create.