2020 NFL Draft: Ranking the top 30 wide receivers in a loaded class
16. John Hightower, Boise State
John Hightower will be a name to watch when the 2020 NFL Draft commences, especially early on day three. Hightower has the speed to work vertically down the field, and while his route tree is a bit limited, what he has looks crisp. His hands are the one question mark, but he’s an electric player.
17. Devin Duvernay, Texas
Devin Duvernay will likely go earlier than where he’s ranked, and there’s plenty to like with his game. He’s built like a bowling ball, and combining that with linear speed equals a danger after the catch. Duvernay also boxes out defenders well to win jump balls. His route running concerns and stiff hips likely relegate him to a slot/gadget role.
18. K.J. Hill, Ohio State
K.J. Hill is one of the more reliable slot players in the 2020 NFL Draft, and his great hands and nuance to make defenders miss after the catch will help him big time. However, he lacks an extra gear vertically that will limit his game.
19. Darnell Mooney, Tulane
Darnell Mooney could end up the steal of the 2020 NFL Draft class. He works well horizontally as a route runner and has blazing speed, not to mention great high pointing skills for his size. Speaking of size, that will be the question, along with his work against press coverage.
20. Tyler Johnson, Minnesota
Tyler Johnson’s route running is up there with the best in the 2020 NFL Draft, but he might be limited to the slot in the NFL. Johnson also has some bad drops and character concerns to clear up. If he can clear those hurdles, he should make an impact somewhere.
21. Isaiah Hodgins, Oregon State
Isaiah Hodgins is an interesting prospect in the 2020 NFL Draft, as he moves very well for his size and made a living winning with double moves and great success in the red zone. He needs to develop more as a route runner and likely isn’t a true game-breaker at the next level.
22. Antonio Gandy-Golden, Liberty
Antonio Gandy-Golden has a lot to work with as a prospect, as he’s tough to bring down after the catch and has the frame to work in the NFL, not to mention a good release package for his size. His route running needs work, and he isn’t the most fluid player.
23. Gabriel Davis, UCF
Gabriel Davis is an odd study because he exclusively lined up on the left side for the Knights in his career. He has some traits to work with, like his quickness on in-breaking routes and tracking of the football. However, he should be more effective in contested spots for his size, and he just isn’t.