2016 NFL Draft: Cincinnati Bearcats WR Johnny Holton is a quick receiver and a legitimate deep threat. We take a look at his prospects moving on to the NFL…
After two years at College of DuPage, Holton transferred to Cincinnati. Â In two seasons with the Bearcats, he compiled 46 receptions for 892 yards and 10 touchdowns. Â Holton was also a special teams contributor.
Position: WR
School: Cincinnati
Height: 6’2
Weight: 191 lbs
2015 Stats: 17 receptions, 461 yards, 5 touchdowns
Strengths:
Holton is a reliable deep threat, with an average 27.1 yards per reception in 2015. Â He has shown the ability to create significant separation from defenders, and uses his impressive speed to pile on additional yardage. Â Holton has big-play potential.
His contributions to special teams include 45 kick returns for 942 yards in his two  seasons at Cincinnati.  He was also a major kick return playmaker at College of DuPage.
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Weaknesses:
Holton needs improvement as a route-runner to become a more versatile player.
He is a one-dimensional receiving threat and doesn’t have the strongest hands.  His build leaves something to be desired for his skill set.
Projection:
With a fair amount of raw, physical talent, Holton could peak the interest of an NFL team. Â His speed is impressive, particularly in stop-and-go situations.
Holton has the potential to contribute to both an offense and special teams, but would be a project receiver in need of serious development.