| Vontae
Davis CB Illinois #1 | | Ht:
6'0
Wt: 204
| | | Strengths: |
| Excellent size and strength for
a cornerback. Enough speed to keep up with most wide receivers in man coverage.
A very reliable tackler for a cornerback; can deliver the big hit, but also shows
the ability to wrap up the ball carrier. Above average in run support. Adequate
ball skills. | | Weaknesses:
| | Looked like a potential
top ten selection as a sophomore in 2007, but took a step backwards as a junior.
Some character concerns in terms of the effort he gives on the field. Benched
at one point this past season | | Comments:
| | Younger brother of
49ers tight end Vernon Davis, which certainly doesn't help the impression that
Vontae is a "me-first" type player, given Vernon's struggles to get
along with Mike Singletary in San Francisco. Davis clearly has all the physical
tools to be an elite playmaker in the NFL, but this is a deep class for cornerbacks
and his character concerns could cost him a decent amount of money. I would be
cautious before selecting Davis - his benching, and the fact that he turned pro
after a sub-par year, raises some questions. Ron Zook and staff can expect a number
of phone calls from NFL scouts, coaches and GMs this spring. |
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