Elijah Jones CB Boston College | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Elijah Jones CB Boston College
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2023 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (72%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 25.6 DOB: 01/08/2000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | |
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2023 | |
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (72%*) | |
| Age: 25.6 DOB: 01/08/2000 | |
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 82.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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79% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 48.3 | |
| Tackling: |
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67% |
| Run Defense: |
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68% |
| Coverage: |
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89% |
| Zone: |
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87% |
| Man/Press: |
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85% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
5th
Overall Rank:
#145
Position rank:
#30
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| College Games: 57 College Snaps: 2718 | ||
ESPN RATING: 77/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 86/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Darius Rush - South Carolina |
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84% |
| Greg Newsome II - Northwestern |
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82% |
| Paulson Adebo - Stanford |
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76% |
Drafted: ROUND: 3 - Pick Number: 90 (ARI)
Draft Profile: Bio
Elijah Jones attended Cardinal Hayes High School and was rated a 3-star prospect by 247 Sports with a scout's rating of 0.861, going unranked by ESPN. Following high school, Jones opted to join Boston College.After playing little as a freshman as a sophomore in 2019 he played in 11 games and logged 365 snaps for the Eagles. He made 20 tackles, 2 assists, and had 5 stops. In coverage he totaled one pass breakup, no interceptions, and QB rating when targetted of 103.2.
In 2020 as a junior Jones played in 10 games and contributed on 447 snaps. He chalked up 31 tackles, 3 assists, and added 5 stops. In the secondary Jones forced 5 pass breakups, no interceptions, and gave up QB rating when targetted of 83.6.
In 2021 as a senior Jones saw action in 12 games while playing 667 snaps. He logged 28 tackles, 3 assists, and made 7 stops. In coverage Jones had 4 pass breakups, no interceptions, and surrendered a QB rating when targetted of 109.0.
In 2022 as a fifth year senior Jones saw action in 11 games while playing 628 snaps. He logged 35 tackles, 2 assists, and made 9 stops. In coverage Jones had 11 pass breakups, 2 interceptions, and surrendered a QB rating when targetted of 86.7.
In 2023 as a super senior he put up a standout season that secured him a spot on the All-ACC First Team in 2023, with an Honorable Mention the previous year.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Jones's length and keen instincts disrupt offensive plays, leveraging his height effectively at the catch point.
- Outstanding ball skills, evidenced by his ability to intercept and bat down passes, positioning him as a defensive threat.
- Fluid movement and agility enable quick transitions and the capacity to promptly close gaps with receivers.
- Leverages his height and impressive vertical jump to dominate in contested catch situations and excel in pass defense.
- His speed, showcased by a 4.44 40-yard dash time, and exceptional leaping ability (42.5″ vert jump) make him a more than a match for even the tallest receivers and a force in pass breakups.
- Displays strong zone coverage skills, with a natural ability to read quarterbacks and disrupt passing lanes.
- Excels in undercutting throws with a significant burst, highlighting his potential for impactful plays.
- Effective use of press and trail techniques maintains close coverage, minimizing receiver separation.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- His slender frame might limit physical confrontations against more robust NFL receivers.
- Potential challenges in man coverage due to questions about his short-area quickness and top-end speed.
- May prematurely commit in coverage, making him vulnerable to well-crafted route running.
- Shows limitations in run support, with tackling and gap filling as areas for improvement.
- Struggles to maintain cushion in off-man coverage, leading to potential penalties or undue separation.
Scouting Report: Summary
Elijah Jones whos been in college for what seems like an age had an NFL Combine performance that showcased his athletic prowess, further improving his draft stock. With a 40-yard dash time of 4.44, ranking tenth among cornerbacks, Jones demonstrated the speed necessary to compete at the pro level. His standout vertical jump of 42.5 inches, the best in his group, and a broad jump of 10’11” highlight his explosive athleticism and ability to win in contested catch situations.However, Jones's game isn't without its drawbacks. His slender frame and challenges in short-area quickness could pose problems against the physical and quick-footed receivers. Concerns about his man-coverage ability and run support also linger, potentially limiting his versatility and scheme fit. NFL teams will need to weigh these factors carefully, considering whether his strengths in zone coverage and ball-hawking can offset the limitations seen in man-to-man scenarios and run defense.
In sum, Elijah Jones presents a mixed bag of high-end athletic traits and on-field achievements tempered by certain areas of concern. His combination of length, ball skills, and athletic testing results make him an intriguing Day 3 prospect with the upside to develop into a contributing member of a defensive backfield, especially in zone-heavy schemes.
Elijah Jones percentiles vs other Cornerbacks (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Elijah Jones (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
147.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
40.0
*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.