Demarcus Robinson NFL Draft 2016: Scouting Report, Grade for Chiefs Rookie

POSITIVES

A gifted athlete with natural skills for the position, Demarcus Robinson has tempting on-field traits. But can he get past off-field questions to realize his NFL potential? He's a true boom-or-bust prospect in this class.

An easy, fluid mover going through breaks or down the field, Robinson is a danger in space. He's nimble enough to juke and dance with the ball in his hands and shows the same light feet in his route tree. Robinson can separate from defenders over the top but will also leave them behind on breaking routes with his timing, body control and burst.

With a 34 ½-inch vertical jump, Robinson has proved he can play above the turf. He'll go up and grab contested passes like they're rebounds. When the ball is in the air, it's his, and he looks to make highlight-reel catches on bad throws.

NEGATIVES

Off-field issues will be the first thing discussed in every NFL draft room when Robinson's name is mentioned. Robinson was suspended three times in 2013 for failing marijuana tests and again in 2015 for meeting with a marketing official.

At the combine, Robinson disclosed he attended drug rehab and spent 45 days getting clean after his freshman season and is a new man. Those types of issues require heavy digging by NFL teams, but it should be encouraging that he's not been suspended for a failed drug test since 2013.

On the field, Robinson too often plays like he's protecting himself from contact. He always knows where the sideline is and will dart out of bounds before picking up an extra yard.

The lack of fight shows up in his drops as well. On 76 targets in 2015, Robinson dropped five balls. Some of that may be attributed to poor quarterback play and bad passes, but Robinson has to look the ball in better and worry about securing it before making a move.

If teams get comfortable with him off the field, Robinson could be a steal. He's athletic, productive and has the game to translate immediately to NFL success.

COMBINE RESULTS

Height: 6'1 ⅜"

Weight: 203 lbs.

40 Time: 4.59s

3-Cone: 6.77s

Short Shuttle: 4.19s

PRO COMPARISON: Pierre Garcon, Washington
FINAL GRADE: 6.25/9.00 (Round 3—Future Starter)