Josh Metellus NFL Draft 2020: Scouting Report for Minnesota Vikings' Pick

S15 Josh Metellus, Michigan

STRENGTHS

—Does his best work in run support filling gaps and making stops.

—Eager to separate ball-carriers and receivers from the ball. 

—Michigan-style hybrid safety who could play some linebacker as well. 

—Great tackler with few misses on tape. 

Josh Metellus Highlights

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WEAKNESSES

—Too many mistakes in coverage. 

—Limited range and depth at safety; will have to play in the box almost exclusively. 

—Tape is slower than his 4.55-second 40-yard dash time. 

—Can get eaten up by blockers near the line of scrimmage. 

OVERALL 

Metellus is an above-average safety in run support, but he made too many mistakes in coverage to be a high pick at safety. He could have a lot of value at nickel linebacker or hybrid safety while providing depth and special teams reps. 

GRADE: 62

PRO COMPARISON: Dane Cruikshank/Clayton Geathers