Drew Kaser NFL Draft 2016: Scouting Report, Grade for Chargers Rookie

POSITIVES

Drew Kaser took over as the punter in his sophomore season at Texas A&M and boomed an average of 47.4 yards per punt. He owned the job from that point forward, becoming one of the most powerful, consistent punters in the country.

Special teams coaches we talked to praised Kaser’s punting mechanics. He has a quick, swift motion described to us as being “like a perfect chip shot on the golf course.” Kaser is aware on the field and is an excellent directional punter.

He’s shown the touch to drop the ball inside the 10-yard line and made life miserable for SEC offenses when he had a chance to open up and unleash a deep kick (47.47 yards per punt—a school record).

Don’t be surprised if Kaser’s name gets called early on Day 3 of the draft.

NEGATIVES

Kaser has a boom stick, but many of his punts are returned. He’s known around the NFL for “outkicking his coverage” and leaving his gunners in poor positions to make a play on the ball. His leg strength is exceptional, but his situational awareness can be lacking.

The only other complaint heard when talking to coaches is that Kaser kicked in easy, calm conditions at Texas A&M and hasn’t been tested in the elements. If he can learn to calm his leg and kick to better match his coverage, Kaser looks like he’ll have an easy transition to the NFL given his ability to quickly process plays as a punter.

COMBINE/PRO DAY RESULTS

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 212 lbs.

PRO COMPARISON: Shane Lechler, Houston Texans
FINAL GRADE: 5.70/9.00 (Round 4)