Cayleb Jones, WR, Arizona: 2016 NFL Draft Scouting Report
With so many wide receivers expected to be drafted in the middle rounds of this years NFL Draft, it’s easy for some guys to slip through the cracks.
Despite only playing two years at Arizona, Cayleb Jones flashed excellent quickness and the ability to make circus catches on a daily basis.
Here’s a look at what one of the PAC-12’s best receivers can bring to an NFL team in this years draft.
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Measurables
Height: 6’3
Weight: 209 lbs
Hand Width: 9 1/4”
Arm Length: 32 3/4″
Combine Results
40 Yard Dash: 4.65
Bench Press: 9 reps
Vertical: 33.5″
3 Cone Drill: 6.99 seconds
20 Yard Shuttle: 4.14 seconds
60 Yard Shuttle: 11.46 seconds
Strengths
Cayleb Jones is a quick receiver who can take the top off of a defense on any play. While is speed isn’t top notch, his long legs give him a big stride and allow him to get a step ahead of cornerbacks.
Jones showed a knack for pulling down a lot of one handed catches and providing excitement on every chance he could get.
Nice snag by Cayleb Jones pic.twitter.com/deZ2KhXzv3
— George Stockburger (@StockburgerNews) March 15, 2016
While he is known for his deep-threat ability, don’t discount him as a short-range receiver. While it is not his specialty, he can be a threat on drag and hitch routes.
Weaknesses
His hands are decent, but they’re certainly not perfect. While he makes some ridiculous catches, there were some simple plays he had issues with dropped balls.
While he is quick, he doesn’t have breakaway speed or the ability to create proper separation. That comes with better route running, another thing he needs to improve on.
Cayleb Jones has also had off-the-field issues that should be taken notice. Originally a receiver at Texas, Jones was suspended after allegedly breaking another student’s jaw in a fight over a girl. The felony charges were later changed to a misdemeanor, but it is certainly something he will be asked about.
Final Verdict
While his ability to be a deep threat may entice NFL teams to pull the trigger on him, his rawness as a receiver and off the field concerns may force Jones to be drafted late on day three of this years draft. If he can improve on his route running and create more separation, he can certainly be a good depth receiver on an NFL roster.