Deon Cain NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Indianapolis Colts' Pick

POSITIVES

—Speedy route-runner who can stretch the field.

—Very good after the catch with the ball in his hands; vision to find running lanes and speed to get yards.

—Plays bigger than his listed size when competing for the ball.

—Body control and balance are impressive.

—Can line up to the boundary or in the slot and is position-versatile.

—Well-coached route tree shows up on film. 

—Ideal stretch receiver with vertical speed and vision. 

NEGATIVES

—Disappeared at times; could be related to poor QB play.

—Hands are below NFL threshold for size (8 ¾"). 

—Dropped too many easy balls.

—Poor play strength; can be thrown off routes.

—Seems to make mental errors often (i.e. route timing, false starts, drops).

Deon Cain WR NFL Draft

OVERALL

Deon Cain didn't live up to some of the hype surrounding him once Mike Williams left Clemson for the NFL, but he has the traits to become a better player in the pros than he was in college.

GRADE: 6.50 (Round 2-3)

PRO PLAYER COMPARISON: Chris Conley, Kansas City Chiefs