Jaydn Ott RB California | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Jaydn Ott RB California
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
ROLE: DUAL-ROLE Back | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Last Updated: 09/30/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
40 time: 4.46 seconds (81%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Age: 21.11 DOB: 12/16/2002 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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ROLE: DUAL-ROLE Back | |
Last Updated: 09/30/2024 | |
Draft Year: 2025 | |
40 time: 4.46 seconds (81%*) | |
Age: 21.11 DOB: 12/16/2002 | |
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Overall Rating: | 81.0 / 100 | |
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Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
Defense Rating: |
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77% |
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Rushing: |
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74% |
Break Tackles: |
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49% |
Receiving/Hands: |
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67% |
Pass Blocking: |
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50% |
Run Blocking: |
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58% |
DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#257
Position rank:
#28
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College Games: 33 College Snaps: 1591 | ||
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Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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Zonovan Knight - NC State |
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68% |
Rachaad White - Arizona State |
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66% |
Jerome Ford - Cincinnati |
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64% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Hailing from Norco, California, Jaydn Ott has quickly established himself as a dynamic force in the Golden Bears' backfield. The 6'0", 205-pound running back, born on December 16, 2002, burst onto the collegiate scene in 2022 with an impressive freshman campaign. Ott accumulated 897 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in his debut season, showcasing his potential as a game-changing talent.Ott's journey to Cal included a stellar high school career at Norco High, with a brief stint at Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas. As a senior at Norco, he rushed for 1,140 yards and 17 touchdowns, catching the eye of several Power 5 programs. His decision to join Cal paid immediate dividends, as he rushed for over 100 yards in his collegiate debut.
Building on his freshman success, Ott's sophomore season in 2023 was nothing short of spectacular. He amassed 1,315 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns, solidifying his status as one of the Pac-12's premier backs. His breakout performance came early in his freshman year, exploding for 274 yards and three touchdowns against Arizona in just his fourth collegiate game.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Explosive first step and acceleration allow him to hit holes quickly and reach top speed in a flash
- Demonstrates exceptional vision and processing, rapidly identifying and exploiting running lanes
- Long-strider with the speed to stretch runs vertically, consistently threatening to break big plays
- Displays impressive lateral agility and change-of-direction skills to evade tackles in tight spaces
- Patient runner with disciplined footwork, effectively setting up blocks to maximize yardage
- Compact build provides natural leverage, aiding in contact balance when running through traffic
- Versatile receiving threat out of the backfield, comfortable motioning out wide or lining up in the slot
- Shows willingness in pass protection, demonstrating a basic understanding of blocking responsibilities
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Despite good long speed, lacks truly elite breakaway pace at the second level to consistently outrun defensive backs
- Tendency to run with high pad level, exposing himself to big hits and limiting his power potential
- Somewhat high-hipped frame restricts ability to make sharp cuts and quick redirections in traffic
- Occasionally prone to wasted motion when surveying interior running lanes, leading to hesitation
- Lacks ideal mass to consistently break tackles or push piles forward in short-yardage situations
Scouting Report: Summary
Looking ahead to the NFL, Ott projects as a potential impact player with the versatility to contribute in multiple facets of the game. His combination of vision, burst, and receiving ability makes him an intriguing prospect for teams employing zone-blocking schemes. Ott's skill set should allow him to compete for significant snaps early in his career.While Ott may not profile as a traditional between-the-tackles workhorse, his explosiveness and versatility could make him a valuable component in a committee backfield. His ability to create big plays in both the running and passing game will be highly valued by NFL evaluators. As he continues to refine his technique and build functional strength, Ott could develop into a dangerous offensive weapon at the next level.
Ott's draft stock will largely depend on his junior season performance and how he tests athletically. If he can maintain his production while showcasing improved power and consistency in pass protection, Ott could solidify himself as one of the top running back prospects in his draft class. His potential to contribute immediately in a rotational role while developing into a feature back makes him an interesting Day 2 prospect.
Written By:
Lennox Tate
How other scouting services rate Jaydn Ott (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
170.6
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
23.0
*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.