Check out Florida State Seminoles S Derwin James' 2018 NFL Draft Scouting Report and player profile featuring strengths, weaknesses, player comparison and projection. The athletic monster didn’t have the best year in terms of overall production, but his performance at the NFL combine and his total body of work throughout his career at FSU should vault him into the top 15. He’s a versatile safety who can play either free or strong safety and can play some snaps as an undersized linebacker if needed. If put in the right position, he could end up being one of the best players in this entire draft.
NFL Draft analyst Harris Rubenstein breaks down Derwin James in this scouting report and player profile. The details of James scouting report, featuring strengths, weaknesses, player comparison and projections are detailed below.
Strengths:
-Huge hitter
-Leader of a defense
-One of the best athletes in the draft
-Versatile
-Can cover TEs
-Impacts the game in multiple ways
Weaknesses:
-Production didn't match hype
-Isn't ready to play FS
-Doesn't have a set position
-Doesn't have great ball skills
-Gets lost on plays constantly
-Struggles with quick receivers
Player Comparison: Eric Berry
NFL Draft Grade: 1st Round (#2 S)
Projected Round: 1st
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