Devin Neal RB Kansas | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Devin Neal RB Kansas
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Work-Horse Back | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 01/12/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.50 seconds (70%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 20.8 DOB: 08/12/2003 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Work-Horse Back | |
| Last Updated: 01/12/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.50 seconds (70%*) | |
| Age: 20.8 DOB: 08/12/2003 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 79.9 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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78% |
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| Rushing: |
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91% |
| Break Tackles: |
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76% |
| Receiving/Hands: |
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68% |
| Pass Blocking: |
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41% |
| Run Blocking: |
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61% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#91
Position rank:
#7
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| College Games: 36 College Snaps: 1434 | ||
ESPN RATING: 76/100
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247 RATING: 91/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.7 (93%)
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Draft Profile: Bio
Devin Neal from Lawrence High School was rated a 3-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 4-star grade by 247 Sports. Following high school, Neal joined Kansas.In 2021 as a freshman Neal saw action in 11 games for the Jayhawks as he ran for 705 yards on 159 attempts for 4.4 yards per carry, with 8 TDs, with no fumbles. As a receiver he made just 7 receptions for 57 yards.
As a sophomore in 2022 he played 12 games. and rushed for an outstanding 1064 yards on 170 carries for an outstanding 6.3 ypc, with 9 TDs, with 2 fumbles. In the passing game he pulled in 19 receptions for 160 yards.
In 2023 as a junior Neal saw action in 12 games for the Jayhawks. He ran for an outstanding 1209 yards on 183 attempts for an outstanding 6.6 ypc, with 15 TDs, with one fumble. As a receiver he made 24 receptions for 214 yards.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- He’s a natural pass catcher, at his best pulling in swing passes and heading upfield. He’s a natural in the screen game as well. His hands are good enough that Neal can line up in the slot.
- Neal often thrived in the screen game, transitioning upfield quickly and showing a knack for following his blocks. He has the size and strength to pass protect.
- He has the athleticism, quick feet and functional strength to set the edge and open running lanes.
- His passing game skills are strong. He’s a natural hands catcher who turns upfield quickly in the screen game, and he shows a great feel for setting up wheel routes.
- His vision is outstanding, and he has an innate understanding of when to go and when to sit back and wait for blocks to develop. Neal thrives as a one-cut back
- He’s extremely dangerous in the open field, showing the vision and creativity to run through entire defenses.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Neal isn’t slow, but Neal lacks the third gear to be a home run threat. His hands are improving but still inconsistent in the passing game.
- He’s more of a cut blocker in pass protection as opposed to a guy who will stick his face in against the blitz, although that is a correctable flaw.
- As a runner, he too often looks to bounce outside and make the big play, rather than pick his way through traffic.
How other scouting services rate Devin Neal (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
94.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
7.0
*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.
*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.