From now until the 2024 NFL Draft, we will 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 Three selections and priority undrafted free agents Today, I’ll be profiling Michigan DB Mike Sainristil.
#0 MIKE SAINRISTIL, DB, MICHIGAN (R-SENIOR) – 5-10, 182 POUNDS
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MEASUREMENTS
| Player | Ht/Wt | Hand Size | Arm Length | Wingspan |
| Mike Sainristil | 5’10, 182lb | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 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
— Acceptable size and length for the slot corner position
— Physical defender for his size, throwing his body into the fray
— Rugged run defender that has no qualms with contact
— Looks to be the hammer on a nail when he meets a running back or pass catcher
— Possesses the awareness to go for the strip on a tackle or to punch at the football contesting passes
— Operates well in zone coverage where he can undercut routes and come downhill on receivers
— Has positon versatility, having played outside corner, nickel corner, split zone safety, and in the box
— Shows great pursuit of the football, getting up to top speed quickly as he plays chase of the ball
— Does a great job on the blitz putting pressure on the passer or getting home for the sack
— Has a knack for jumping routes with six interceptions in 2023
— Instincts put him in great position to contest passes or step in-front of intended targets
— Can play immediately on special teams coverage units
THE BAD
— A tad undersized if utilized at outside corner at the next level
— Doesn’t have the greatest length at the position
— Timed long speed and quickness could be a concern
— Eyes can deceive him at times in zone coverage, leading to busts
— Can get a little grabby when receivers manage to get a step of separation on him
— Lacks high twitch to quickly change directions at top of receiver’s route
— Size profile could limit his versatility at the next level
BIO
— Redshirt Senior prospect from Everett, MA
— Born October 3, 2000 (age 23)
— Born in Port Au Prince, Haiti
— Musician who plays violin, piano and drums as well as Member of the church choir
— Pursuing a Master’s degree in Social Work
— Played wide receiver and defensive back in high school and had six interceptions as a senior, adding 32 catches for 792 yards and 12 touchdowns as well as 290 yards rushing and five touchdowns
— 2018-19 Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year
— Committed to Michigan as a wide receiver
— Appeared in all 13 games with 1 start in 2019 and caught eight passes for 145 yards with one touchdown
— Appeared in all six games with three starts in 2020 and caught seven passes for 82 yards with two touchdowns
— Appeared in all 14 games with five starts in 2021 and caught 22 passes for 312 yards with two touchdowns, fielded two two kickoff returns, and made five solo tackles in special teams coverage
— Switched from wide receiver to defensive back prior to the 2022 season
— Appeared in all 14 games with 11 starts at cornerback in 2022 an made 58 tackles, 6.