"Mr. Irrelevant" Kalan Reed Draft 2016: Scouting Report, Grade for Titans Rookie

POSITIVES

A 2015 first-team all-conference cornerback, Reed had four interceptions on the season and a school-record 19 pass breakups. Showing his athleticism in space, he took two of those interceptions back for points.

Reed impresses on film with his instincts and closing speed. He has the athleticism to run with quick receivers and can mix it up with physical players on the edge. He knows how to time his jumps and locates the ball well when playing it over his shoulder. His awareness is on the rise, and he continued to improve as his career went on at Southern Miss.

Not only does Reed play the ball well in the air, but he's a reliable and willing tackler in run support. He made 8.5 tackles for loss during his career and forced three fumbles by attacking the ball-carrier with good length and enough pop behind his pads.

Reed is a prototypical outside cornerback based on traits, and his production will draw the attention of the pros.

NEGATIVES

Reed's ball awareness runs hot and cold. There are games where he looks the part, but other times he's missing easy reads on comeback routes and digs. Reed can be beaten at the catch point if a receiver is willing to get physical.

On film, his top-end speed was average to slightly above average. He got toasted on some deep routes and was notably worked by Amari Cooper during the 2014 season. His worry about being run by on deep routes causes him to open up his hips too early when bailing from his backpedal. This makes him bite hard on double moves.

The level of competition at Southern Miss doesn't compare to what the top corners in the class face, and there will be those who wonder if his skills translate to bigger, faster play.

COMBINE RESULTS

Height: 5'11 ⅛"

Weight: 192 lbs.

40 Time: 4.49s

3-Cone: 7.05s

Short Shuttle: 4.17s

PRO COMPARISON: Marcus Cromartie, San Francisco 49ers
FINAL GRADE: 5.50/9.00 (Round 6—Backup Caliber)