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Nick Nelson NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Oakland Raiders' Pick

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POSITIVES

—Active, instinctive corner who led the nation in pass breakups in 2017.

—Good returner who can make an impact on punt team.

—Fast when closing on the ball against the run or pass. Aggressive and balanced when making a play.

—Instincts allow him to live around the ball without great size or speed. Smart player.

—Is tough enough to get dirty on underneath routes; he'll jam and fight at the line and put a body on a receiver throughout the route.

NEGATIVES

—Short-armed (30¾") with below-average speed (4.