Jaelon Darden
Jaelon Darden  WR  North Texas | NFL Draft 2021 Souting Report - Portrait Image
Jaelon Darden
Height
5-9
Weight
174
College
North Texas
Position
WR
Class
Senior
Home town
Houston
65.0/100
Player Rating
28
PositionRank (WR)
4.48
FortyYD Time
Receptions
74
Rec YDs
1190
Rec TDs
19
Rec AVG
16.1

Jaelon Darden WR North Texas | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

Jaelon Darden WR North Texas
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

ROLE: Slot Receiver
Last Updated: 03/02/2021
Draft Year: 2021
40 time: 4.48 seconds (59%*)
Age: 25.9 DOB: 01/14/1999
Measurables:
Height: 5-9 (7%*) Weight: 174 (3%*)
Forty: 4.48 (O) (59%*)
0% 100%
(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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ROLE: Slot Receiver
Last Updated: 03/02/2021
Draft Year: 2021
40 time: 4.48 seconds (59%*)
Age: 25.9 DOB: 01/14/1999
Measurables:
0% 100%
Height: 5-9 (7%*) Weight: 174 (3%*)
Forty: 4.48 (O) (59%*)
(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: 65.0 / 100
Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced
Defense Rating:
71%
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QB Rating When targeted: 122.2
Hands:
61%
Short Receiving:
76%
Intermediate Routes:
79%
Deep Threat:
79%
Blocking:
59%
DRAFT PROJECTION: 6th
Overall Rank: #197 Position rank: #28
College Games: 34 College Snaps: 1456
Grade: 247 Sports 3  Stars 247 Sports 85 Stars 247 RATING: 85/100
Grade: 3 Stars 3 Stars RIVALS RATING: 5.5 (90%)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Drafted: 2021: ROUND: 4 - Pick Number: 129 (TB)
Strengths
  • Often used on deep routes, getting separation down the sideline or over the middle on crossing routes by extending his arms rather than pure speed.
  • Does not possess top breakaway speed, though he's rarely caught from behind.
  • Has the strong hands any NFL wide receiver coach and quarterback would covet. Tracks the deep ball over either shoulder and brings in passes fluidly without breaking stride downfield.
  • Does a nice job locating and tracking deep passes and is a legitimate vertical threat. Willing to go up and attack the ball.
  • A savvy, natural pass-catcher with reliable hands and very good focus. Snatches the ball out of the air and shows the concentration to make acrobatic catches look easy.
Weaknesses
  • Doesn't have the size to consistently win on the outside, but can be productive working the middle of the field and as a return man.
  • NFL defenders may be able to knock him off his route because of his slight frame.
  • Does not always use his hands to secure deep throws, allowing the ball into his pads and chest.
  • Lacks ideal size and strength and is a ·mallish target with a lean, frail-looking frame. Can be overmatched at the line of scrimmage when physical !le/enders get their hands on him. Struggles in press coverage and was knocked on his back more than a few times.
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How other scouting services rate Jaelon Darden (Overall Rank)

All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
206.2
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
34.0
*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.