Hayden Hurst NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Baltimore Ravens' Pick

POSITIVES

—All-around athlete who spent two years in the Pittsburgh Pirates' minor league system as a pitcher.

—Easy mover who looks the part working through transitions and separating from defenders.

—Aggressive before and after the catch; looks to find running lanes and score with the ball in his hands.

—Natural pass-catcher who doesn't fight the ball and secures catches before making his move.

—Is still learning the position and has room to develop into a more complete player.

—Effort player with top-notch athleticism, which makes him scary for defenses.

NEGATIVES

—Will be 25 years old as a rookie.

—Projects more as a move tight end and is not a blocker.

—Route tree is athletic but limited. Needs time in the film room and reps on the practice field developing his game.

—Physically maxed out.

Hayden Hurst TE NFL Draft

OVERALL

Hurst has the tools to be the most productive tight end in the 2018 class right out of the gate, but concerns about age and a need to keep developing his game could scare off some teams. He is the most dynamic pass-catching threat at the position, but he doesn't show the blocking talent or effort to be TE1.

GRADE: 6.90 (Round 2)

PRO PLAYER COMPARISON: Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs