Jeremy Ruckert TE Ohio State | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Jeremy Ruckert TE Ohio State
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
ROLE: Inline Multi-Role TE | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Last Updated: 03/28/2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Draft Year: 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
40 time: 4.68 seconds (74%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Age: 24.4 DOB: 08/11/2000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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NFL Combine & Pro-Day Results |
ROLE: Inline Multi-Role TE | |
Last Updated: 03/28/2022 | |
Draft Year: 2022 | |
40 time: 4.68 seconds (74%*) | |
Age: 24.4 DOB: 08/11/2000 | |
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NFL Combine & Pro-Day Results |
Overall Rating: | 83.3 / 100 | |
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Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
Defense Rating: |
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75% |
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QB Rating When targeted: | 112.5 | |
Hands: |
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81% |
Short Receiving: |
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67% |
Intermediate Routes: |
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80% |
Deep Threat: |
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70% |
Blocking: |
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61% |
DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#94
Position rank:
#3
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College Games: 47 College Snaps: 1603 | ||
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#7
Pos Rank:
#1
State Rank:
#1
College Combine Results
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Drafted: ROUND: 3 - Pick Number: 101 (NYJ)
Draft Profile: Bio
Jeremy Ruckert was immense at Lindenhurst High School while putting up 3,133 receiving yards and 37 touchdowns for the Bulldogs and as a result, he was a three-time first-team Long Island selection, a first-team All-USA Today selection, and the New York State Gatorade Player of the Year. He was given a four-star recruiting grade by ESPN, was the No. 31 ranking on the ESPN 300, and was recruited heavily - eventually choosing Ohio State.Ruckert was never heavily featured in the Ohio offense and finished his college career with only 51 receptions and 590 YDs and 12 TDs. Despite getting few targets the ones he did receive Ruckert he made the most of - and had an overall QB rating when targeted of 134.2.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Nicely built player with ideal height and size for the position combined with an elite catch radius and good but not elite vertical speed
- He is a highly competitive player and quickly gets to the perimeter, blocking well in space and at the second level.
- Has smooth body control, reliable hands, and natural ball skills to adjust to off-target throws and make the impressive catch - ideal red-zone target. Has only had two drops his entire college career
- During 2021 despite being not heavily featured recorded an impressive 110.4 QB rating when targetted
- Varies the speed of his route, using hesitation and shoulder fakes to get the defender guessing.
- Ruckert is quite versatile- he's been a productive blocker from the Y-alignment, flexed in the slot, and as an F-tight end in the backfield
- Good vision to set up blocks and while he isn't quick enough to elude in tight quarters, and takes advantage of a defender leaning to spring for additional yardage.
- Very willing blocker who gives his all on every play. Plays with his hand on the ground when necessary as a run blocker
- Soft hands he hasn't been given very many targets but he certainly made them count. Surprisingly skilled s a one-handed catcher- highlight real material
- Flashes good to very good tracking and overall body control to make catches outside of his frame
- Gets a quick release off the line. Dips his shoulder and shows some savvy 8 as a route runner to avoid contact with defenders g to get into his route.
- Among his better attributes. Gains a quick, clean release and has enough speed to challenge deep.
- Quick feet and good balance to create separation on stick and post routes.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Not a great athlete who will dominate defenders with speed, explosion, or leaping ability. Could do with adding a few more pounds in the weight room to hold up against NFL players
- Ruckert has not been heavily featured in the Ohio State passing game - in four years has only logged 590 YDs
- High cut frame and limited power in hands prevent a top blocking grade. Really not a well-developed pass blocker - is regularly beaten by edge rushers outside as well as inside by bullrushes. Struggles in one on one assignments
- Does not have a well-developed route tree - probably a function of his limited targets at Ohio State
- Inconsistent with his release off the line of scrimmage.
Scouting Report: Summary
If Jeremy Rucker could have the recruiting process over again we are sure he wouldn't pick Ohio State as he hasn't been given an opportunity to produce in the passing game. NFL teams will probably look at Ruckert who has good potential as a receiver who can excel as a possession receiver in the short to intermediate area and especially as a red-zone target.Ruckert has a lot of what you would look for in an NFL tight end - he's got impressive soft hands with an equally impressive catch radius and good - but not great speed - as well as a nice feel for the receiving game, however, Ruckert is limited as a blocker - in particular as a pass blocker where he is regularly blown up by defenders, and his run blocking is only average.
We rate Ruckert as a likely fourth-round selection in the 2022 NFL Draft who hopefully will end up a better pro than a college player.
Jeremy Ruckert percentiles vs other Tight Ends (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Jeremy Ruckert (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
84.1
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
4.0
*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.