With the 2016 NFL Draft kicking off at the end of the month, we continue getting a closer look at some of the prospects this year’s rookie class has to offer. Today, we’re covering Deion Jones, an LSU standout who could be a solid weakside linebacker for the WLB-needy New Orleans Saints.
Measureables:
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 222 LBS
Arm length: 32 3/8 inches
Hands: 9 1/4 inches
Combine results:
40-yard dash: 4.59 seconds
Vertical: 33 inches
Broad jump: 120 inches
Analysis:
A bit undersized, Deion Jones plays bigger than he actually is and boasts exceptional athleticism, chasing down ball carriers while also moving like a safety in coverage.