DaeSean Hamilton NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Denver Broncos' Pick

POSITIVES

—Catches the ball well in traffic; huge positive for a slot receiver.

—Great route-runner; showed his ability at the Senior Bowl; quick in and out of breaks, getting defenders to constantly flip their hips.

—Great leader on the football field and problem-free off the field.

—Quick feet allow him to create after the catch and utilize the quick slant

—Productive receiver out of the Big Ten despite quarterback play.

—Return and special teams-type player who goes hard every snap.

NEGATIVES

—Body catcher.

—Needs to add bulk and strength to withstand playing slot in the NFL.

—Struggles to get off the line against press coverage.

—Hasn't shown second-gear speed to take the top off the defense.

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OVERALL

DaeSean Hamilton was a four-year starter and team captain at Penn State and has shown solid leadership skills on the field and kept himself out of trouble off the field. He wowed everyone in Mobile with excellent route running and ability to catch in traffic. He lacks quickness and top speed to be drafted high but brings a solid work ethic and can contribute on special teams while providing depth as a solid slot receiver.

GRADE: 6.25 (Round 3)

PRO PLAYER COMPARISON: Pierre Garcon, San Francisco 49ers