LeShaun Sims NFL Draft 2016: Scouting Report, Grade for Titans Rookie

POSITIVES

One of many talented Southern Utah players in this class, LeShaun Sims has a shot to hear his name called in the middle rounds of the 2016 NFL draft thanks to his size and speed as an outside corner.

Sims burst onto the scene during Shrine Game practices, and scouts in attendance raved about his performance against the competition there. It didn't lead to a Senior Bowl invite, but Sims did earn his way to the scouting combine.

Sims is much faster than the 40 time he put on the track at the combine. Based on his film and what he was doing in spring combine times, Sims looked like a low-4.4 player. He uses that speed well to track the ball down the field on vertical routes and to close on the ball underneath.

Sims can slide, mirror and chase with top-tier movement. His fluidity and agility are eye-catching. Sims is also physical enough to jam and press at the line of scrimmage against bigger, physical receivers.

NEGATIVES

Sims looks like an athlete, but his testing at the combine was average to below-average in explosive drills. Add that to tiny hands (8 ⅛") and short arms (31 ⅝"), and Sims starts to look questionable on paper.

Southern Utah didn't exactly see a schedule full of NFL talent, and Sims was rarely tested by Sunday players. Even at the Shrine Game he was facing mid- to late-rounders at the position. He was able to stand out in those situations, but his ability to match up against pros remains to be seen. At least a short acclimation period should be expected.

Improving balance and body control in his backpedal and change-of-direction movements will be key to becoming a reliable cover man in the NFL. The other traits are in place, but the lack of explosive movements and twitchy hips will keep his stock solidly on Day 3.

COMBINE RESULTS

Height: 6'0 ½"

Weight: 203 lbs.

40 Time: 4.53s

3-Cone: 6.82s

Short Shuttle: 4.19s

PRO COMPARISON: Davon House, Jacksonville Jaguars
FINAL GRADE: 5.70/9.00 (Round 4—Backup Caliber)