Zavion Thomas NFL Draft 2026 Scouting Report for Chicago Bears WR

The Chicago Bears selected LSU WR Zavion Thomas with the No. 89 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft.

Zavion Thomas is a dynamic receiver prospect with a combination of speed, quickness, and lateral agility. He projects as a backup wide receiver and return specialist.

Thomas enrolled and walked on Mississippi State's campus as a former 4-star recruit in the 2022 class. During his years at State, he had his highest receiving yards season before transferring to LSU and spending two years with the Tigers.

Despite the athleticism and talent, he was an underproductive receiver.

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Where He Wins

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- Twitchy athlete and easy mover

- Usage versatility, from screens, jet sweeps, and shotgun RB handoffs

- Possesses elite top-end speed with a third gear

- Lateral quickness to shake press-aligned cornerbacks

- Offers special teams value as a primary punt and kick returner

Areas of Improvement

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- Rounded intermediate route breaks

- Inconsistent route sharpness for optimal separation

- Underwhelming collegiate production

- Vertical stem lacks urgency; doesn't quickly close the space between him and the cornerback

Grade, Rank, and Pro Comparison

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GRADE: 5.9 (Backup/Draftable — 6th-7th Round)

COMPARABLE GRADE: Jacob Copeland (5.9 in 2023), Grant DuBose (5.9 in 2023), Jake Bobo (5.8 in 2023)

OVERALL RANK: 250

POSITION RANK: WR36

PRO COMPARISON: Bo Melton

Measurables and Testing Data

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Height: 5'10"
Weight: 190
Hand: 9"
Arm: 30½"

40-Yard Dash: 4.28
Vertical: 36"
Broad Jump: N/A
3-Cone Drill: N/A
20-Yard Shuttle: N/A
Bench Press: 16 (Pro Day)