2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Aaron Williams, Texas
By Editorial Staff
6-1 189lbs Junior
Stats:
2008- 15 tackles, 1 INT, 2 pass defenses
2009- 34 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 3 INTs, 3 pass defenses, 2 forced fumbles
Pros:
Williams is one of a few top cornerbacks eligible for the 2011 NFL Draft. He is a very heady player that provides great leadership among his peers. He has relatively no risk of off the field issues and is praised by his coaches for his maturity. Williams has above average size for the position and possesses top-end speed. Williams may be one of the faster players in college football right now. He has the attitude necessary to take on the top competition week in and week out and is very confident in his skills. He boasts all the skills needed to be an excellent man to man corner. He is exceptional at reading wide receiver’s routes and uses a quick burst to get out of his backpedal. He swivels his hips to stay with the wide outs and if he happens to take a wrong step he has amazing closing speed. NFL scouts are going to quickly identify the way he attacks the ball when it’s in the air. While so far in his career he only has 4 INTs I fully expect to see a lot more at the next level.
Cons:
While Williams is a willing run defender he still struggles in this area. He is susceptible to jukes and cannot be counted on in to make the open field tackle. He needs to focus on making the sure tackle and keeping his balance. In pass coverage he can fall victim to the double move. We mentioned his aggressive attacks on the ball and this can sometimes lead to biting on those double moves, which could result in a big play.
Thoughts:
Overall Williams is one of the more physically talented corners in the country and has everything NFL teams are looking for. He needs to make a few adjustments here or there but he has a very bright future ahead of him.
Projected Round:
I feel that Williams is a lock for the 1st round, it’s now a matter of how high can he go!