Dane Cruikshank NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Tennessee Titans' Pick

POSITIVES

—Athletic, active safety with legit speed (4.41 40-yard dash) and good strength (25 bench press reps).

—Rangy and a good, willing hitter.

—Can line up at either safety spot or cornerback and run with receivers.

—Isn't afraid to mix it up in the box and has played nickel linebacker.

NEGATIVES

—Decent sized (6'1", 209 lbs) but has small hands, arms and wingspan (8 ¾", 31", 74").

—Inconsistent in coverage.

—Lives off athleticism and not technique (leverage, timing, footwork).

—Has to learn to trust his eyes more and not guess as often.

—Looks the part but was an average college player.

OVERALL

Dane Cruikshank is a legitimate athlete with impressive numbers, but his play hasn't benefited from that—at least not yet. Teams will likely take a flier on him late with the hopes he can be developed into a third safety and/or special teams stud.

GRADE: 5.40 (Round 7)

PRO COMPARISON: Josh Shaw, Cincinnati Bengals