Adrian Amos: Penn State DB NFL Draft Scouting Report

Penn State prospect Adrian Amos provides us with one of the more interesting safeties in this class. Below, read a full scouting report with strengths and weaknesses, including some tape from our great friends at Draft Breakdown.

STRENGTHS

When you put in the tape, Amos stands out immediately as a versatile safety who can play both spots in the defensive backfield. Not only is he very comfortable and active in the box, he boasts the fluidity in coverage to be considered an above-average prospect in coverage.

Amos’ size is a major plus. His frame works to his advantage in a big way (as you can see in the video above).

While it doesn’t seem as though he’s very willing in run support, his feel for working in the box is better than it looks on first glance. He needs some work in every aspect of his game, but he’s clearly “football smart” and has a great feel for what he wants to do on the field.

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WEAKNESSES

With his nice frame and versatility, Amos doesn’t flash strength in the block shedding and tackling games. He knows what he wants to do, but his on-field strength doesn’t always allow him to finish a play. That’s an issue looking ahead to the NFL.

His long speed is limited, as well. While he’s athletic enough, he may lack the ability to keep up with NFL speedsters.

Finally, you’d like to see more consistent tackling in Amos’ game. While he’ll make flashy plays in the open field at times, his overall technique is not refined.

PROJECTED DRAFT STOCK

I like Amos starting in the tail end of the 4th round. He should be an early Day Three pick who can provide value immediately. Don’t sleep on a team taking him a bit higher, in hopes that he can become a very smooth grower in a developmental role.