DeVante Parker NFL Draft 2015: Scouting Report, Grade for Dolphins' Rookie

STRENGTHS

Big, strong, polished and a nightmare in the red zone, DeVante Parker is worthy of a top-10 pick in this draft class. Parker would have competed to be a first-round pick in the 2014 draft class, but he decided to return to Louisville to get his degree.

He plays much bigger than his listed size, with excellent leaping skills, extension and body positioning to be a threat in the air. His concentration and hand strength are top-tier, and he’ll rarely lose a 50/50 ball to the defense or a drop.

Parker is a smart, instinctive, quarterback friendly receiver who works back to the ball and makes himself a big target when the pocket gets flushed.

WEAKNESSES

A foot injury caused Parker to miss seven games to begin his senior season. He makes a lot of catches in traffic, which leads to concerns about an ability to separate from coverage. Without great speed, he’ll have to improve his play strength to continue to box out defenders in the NFL.

2014 STATISTICS

Receptions: 43
Yards: 855
Receiving Touchdowns: 5

COMBINE RESULTS

40: 4.45 seconds
Bench Press: 17 reps
Vertical: 36.5"
Broad: 125.0"

PRO COMPARISON: Keenan Allen, San Diego Chargers

NFL-sized with great concentration and a natural ability to beat defenders at the jump, Parker reminds of Keenan Allen in style, size and upside.

FINAL GRADE: 7.30/9.00 (Top 15 Player Potential)