There are a lot of labels that can be attached to New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Tyquan Thornton. “Potential” is one of them. “Skinny” is another. Obviously, there is “second-round pick” after the Patriots used the 50th overall selection in this year’s draft on him.
As far as his game and possible future role in the team’s offense are concerned, however, another one is quite fitting: speed.
Thornton was the fastest wide receiver in the draft this year, and teams will have to respect his ability to attack the deep parts of the field.