Anthony Averett NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Baltimore Ravens' Pick

POSITIVES

—Fast, fluid and game-tested in the SEC. Ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the combine.

—Athletic player whose movements jump off the tape; super clean transitions and can run with anyone.

—Has the twitch and burst to excel in short areas.

—Smooth operator in transitions; can click and drive on the ball with nice closing speed.

—Plus agility will allow him to hang with slot receivers in the pros.

NEGATIVES

—Undersized at 5'11 ⅛", 183 pounds with 30¼-inch arms and 8½-inch hands.

—Play strength is lacking; he might need to play in off coverage as a slot cornerback.

—Didn't show up on tape and doesn't have great ball skills. More likely to limit targets than pick off passes.

—Can be a late reactor.

Anthony Averett CB NFL Draft

OVERALL

Anthony Averett won't be for every team given his projection as a quick, athletic slot cornerback, but he will have exceptional value there. We see him as a Round 2 pick if drafted into the right system that will take advantage of his tools.

GRADE: 6.80 (Round 2)

PRO PLAYER COMPARISON: Aaron Colvin, Houston Texans