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2023 NFL Draft Player Profiles: SMU WR Rashee Rice

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From now until the 2023 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 SMU WR Rashee Rice.

#11 Rashee Rice, WR, SMU (SR) – 6004, 200LBS

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Measurements

Player Ht/Wt Hand Size Arm Length Wingspan
Rashee Rice 6004, 200lbs 9 1/2 32 1/8 77 1/4
40-Yard Dash 10-Yard Dash Short Shuttle 3-Cone
N/A N/A N/A N/A
Broad Jump Vertical Bench Press
N/A N/A

The Good

Proficient, intelligent route runner
Has a tendency to win jump balls and make the spectacular catch
Solid after the catch forcing missed tackles in space
Comfortable with trusting and securing the ball with his hands rather than his body
While not as big as listed in college, still possesses a sturdy frame
Wildly productive in college
Gives a willing effort as a blocker

The Bad

Frustrating drops on routine plays
Doesn’t have over-the-top speed
Route tree still requires development
Doesn’t create the widest separation in man coverage
Inconsistent body control when tracking the ball

Bio

Birthday: April 22, 2000 (23 years old at the NFL Draft)
Three-star recruit out of Texas
Made the AP All-American 2nd Team in 2022 and was a Biletnikoff Award finalist.