Cam Hart
Cam Hart  CB  Notre Dame | NFL Draft 2024 Souting Report - Portrait Image
Cam Hart
Height
6-3
Weight
202
College
Notre Dame
Position
CB
Class
Senior
Home town
Baltimore, MD
83.0/100
Player Rating
24
PositionRank (DB)
4.5
FortyYD Time
Interceptions
Interception YDS
Passes Defensed
4
Tackles
21
Sol tackles
15

Cam Hart CB Notre Dame | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

Cam Hart CB Notre Dame
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB
Last Updated: 04/21/2024
Draft Year: 2024
40 time: 4.50 seconds (48%*)
Age: 23.9 DOB: 12/05/2000
Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl
Measurables:
Height: 6-3 (97%*) Weight: 202 (85%*)
Hands: 9 3/8 (61%*) Arm: 33 (84%*) Span: 77 6/8 (65%*)
Forty: 4.50 (C) (48%*) Shuttle: 4.24 (C) (32%*) Ten Yard: 1.57 (C) (40%*)
Vertical: 39.5 (C) (89%*) Broad: 130 (C) (92%*)
Three Cone: 7.12 (C) (18%*) Bench: 11 (C) (20%*)
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(C) - NFL Combine (P) - Pro Day (O) - Other (HS) -Estimated from High School Combine
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ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB
Last Updated: 04/21/2024
Draft Year: 2024
40 time: 4.50 seconds (48%*)
Age: 23.9 DOB: 12/05/2000
Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl
Measurables:
0% 100%
Height: 6-3 (97%*) Weight: 202 (85%*)
Hands: 9 3/8 (61%*) Arm: 33 (84%*)
Span: 77 6/8 (65%*)
Forty: 4.50 (C) (48%*) Shuttle: 4.24 (C) (32%*)
10 Yard: 1.57 (C) (40%*)
Vertical: 39.5 (C) (89%*) Broad: 130 (C) (92%*)
3 Cone: 7.12 (C) (18%*) Bench: 11 (C) (20%*)
(C) - NFL Combine (P) - Pro Day (O) - Other
(HS) -Estimated from High School Combine
For an explanation of how the (HS) data is calculated see this article
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Overall Rating: 83.0 / 100
Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced
Offense Rating:
80%
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QB Rating When targeted: 76.8
Tackling:
63%
Run Defense:
80%
Coverage:
86%
Zone:
82%
Man/Press:
82%
DRAFT PROJECTION: 4th
Overall Rank: #113 Position rank: #24
College Games: 43 College Snaps: 1970
Grade: 4 ESPN  Stars 4 ESPN  Stars ESPN RATING: 80/100
College Combine Results
Grade: 247 Sports 3  Stars 247 Sports 87 Stars 247 RATING: 87/100
Ovr Rank: #95
College Combine Results
Grade: 3 Stars 3 Stars RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
Player Comparison* (Similarity level)
Martin Emerson - Mississippi State
82%
Julius Brents - Kansas State
77%
Darius Rush - South Carolina
75%
Los Angeles Chargers Drafted: ROUND: 5 - Pick Number: 140 (LAC)
Draft Profile: Bio
Cam Hart from Good Counsel High School was rated a 4-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 3-star grade by 247 Sports. Following high school, Hart opted to join Notre Dame after being heavily recruited.

As a freshman and sophomore, Hart saw very limited action but won the starting role as a Junior where in 13 games and contributed on 739 snaps. He chalked up 36 tackles, 6 assists, and added 10 stops. In the secondary Hart forced 5 pass breakups, 2 interceptions, and gave up QB rating when targetted of 61.1.

In 2022 as a senior Hart saw action in 11 games while playing 568 snaps. He logged 24 tackles, 4 assists, and made 14 stops. In coverage, Hart had 2 pass breakups, no interceptions, and surrendered a QB rating when targetted of 89.2.

In 2023 as a fifth-year senior Hart saw action in 12 games while playing 572 snaps. He logged 16 tackles, 4 assists, and made 6 stops. In coverage, Hart had 2 pass breakups, no interceptions, and surrendered an impressive QB rating when targetted of 67.1.
Scouting Report: Strengths
  • Very good athleticism and flexibility. Has plus speed for the position and a second gear with good recovery speed to make up for missed plays.
  • Made Bruce Feldman's Freak's List - ranked #38. He wrote "The 6-2 1/2, 205-pounder from Maryland has remarkable tools, broad-jumping 11-2, vertical-jumping 38 inches and hitting 21.7 mph on the GPS. His power-clean peak output (2490) is also one of the best on the team."
  • Exhibits a rare combination of size and athleticism, advantageous in press situations and for rerouting receivers.
  • Exceptional performance against high-caliber opponents, notably Marvin Harrison , highlighting his game-day prowess.
  • Outstanding footwork and maturity in man coverage, underpinned by a high-level athletic profile and quickness.
  • Displays good physicality within routes, maintaining discipline without drawing penalties.
  • Capable of mirroring opponents effectively in both man and zone coverage, showcasing versatility.
  • High football IQ - has a coach-on-the-field mentality to his game
  • Natural ball skills inherited from his background as a wide receiver, enhancing his playmaking ability.
  • Adept at using his length to disrupt passes, coupled with strong tackling abilities.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
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  • Subpar career ball production, which raises questions about his instinctive playmaking ability.
  • Struggles with maintaining coverage once he loses initial ground, often trailing behind in routes.
  • Occasional stiffness in hips, leading to challenges in fluidly changing direction against agile receivers.
  • Inconsistent in run support, highlighting a need to utilize his length more effectively in physical confrontations.
  • Displays hesitancy in trusting his instincts, impacting his confidence and overall defensive effectiveness.
  • Scouting Report: Summary
    Cam Hart enters the NFL Draft with a skill set that offers both promise and some areas for improvement. On the upside, his physicality and technique in press coverage stand out, allowing him to disrupt routes and compete against top-tier receivers. His ability to adapt from a wide receiver to a cornerback has endowed him with exceptional ball skills and route anticipation. However, Hart's play is marred by inconsistencies, notably in deep coverage and run support. His hesitation to fully trust his instincts leads to missed opportunities for interceptions and key defensive plays.

    The strengths Hart brings to the table, such as his size, athleticism, and football IQ, make him a valuable asset in schemes that can leverage his zone coverage skills and press ability. His leadership as a team captain and resilience through injuries demonstrate a professional mindset and dedication. Yet, the transition to the NFL will require Hart to enhance his man coverage technique and improve his ability to shed blocks and support the run. These improvements are crucial for Hart to become a well-rounded defender capable of taking on the league's diverse offensive threats.

    Cam Hart percentiles vs other Cornerbacks (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)

    How other scouting services rate Cam Hart (Overall Rank)

    All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
    90.0
    All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
    28.0
    *Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance. For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.

    *Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.