From now until the 2022 NFL Draft takes place, we hope to scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top 10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections and priority undrafted free agents. Today I’ll be profiling a SEC receiver with lot of experience as a kick returner.
#1 Velus Jones Jr., WR, Tennessee (rSR) — 5116, 204 lbs.
Senior Bowl/Combine Measurements
| Player | Ht/Wt | Hand Size | Arm Length | Wingspan |
| Velus Jones | 5116/204 | 9 3/4″ | 30 7/8″ | 73 1/2″ |
| 40-Yard Dash | 10-Yard Dash | Short Shuttle | 3-Cone | |
| Broad Jump | Vertical | Bench Press |
— Height/weight/speed prospect
— Impressive 40 time
— Good release versus Off coverage; Solid vs Zone coverage
— Can create space with quickness and acceleration
— Solid hands and ability to adjust to the ball
— Can create in space and find yards with his speed
— Willing blocker for teammates
— Extensive experience as a return man
— Balance and hand usage versus Press coverage
— Creating space with physicality and manipulation
— Most receptions in the short area
— Adequate tracking the deep ball over his shoulder
— Route running is raw
— Doesn’t break a lot of tackles
— Block positioning and sustain on outside and second level
— Age; six years in college
Bio
— Career: 120 receptions, 1,434 yards, 12 ypr, 11 TD, 15 rushes, 59 yards, 3.