Kaden Prather WR Maryland | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Kaden Prather WR Maryland
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 12/06/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.50 seconds (51%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 22.3 DOB: 09/06/2002 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 12/06/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.50 seconds (51%*) | |
| Age: 22.3 DOB: 09/06/2002 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 81.2 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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74% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 89.4 | |
| Hands: |
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80% |
| Short Receiving: |
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71% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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78% |
| Deep Threat: |
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75% |
| Blocking: |
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61% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
7th
Overall Rank:
#241
Position rank:
#26
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| College Games: 45 College Snaps: 2179 | ||
ESPN RATING: 82/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 90/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.8 (95%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Cornelius Johnson - Michigan |
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87% |
| Alec Pierce - Cincinnati |
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82% |
| Elijah Higgins - Stanford |
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82% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Kaden Prather, born September 6, 2002, is a 6'4", 212-pound wide receiver from Maryland. A standout at Northwest High School, Prather earned 2019 Washington Post First Team All-Met honors and was rated a consensus four-star recruit. He initially committed to West Virginia, where he played from 2021-2022, accumulating 64 receptions for 676 yards and three touchdowns across 20 games.Transferring to Maryland for his junior season in 2023, Prather appeared in all 13 games, starting 10, and posted 42 receptions for 666 yards and 5 touchdowns. Prather led the team and ranked fourth in the Big Ten with 15.9 yards per reception. His performances earned him Honorable Mention All-Big Ten recognition and a spot on the 2024 Athlon Sports Preseason Third-Team All-Big Ten.
Prather recorded 81 receiving yards against #2 Michigan and scored touchdowns against both #4 Ohio State and in Maryland's Music City Bowl victory over Auburn, where he also logged his career-long 57-yard reception.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Plus-sized target with NFL-ready frame, presenting mismatch potential against smaller DBs
- Displays advanced body control and high-point ability, excelling in contested catch situations
- Vertical threat with consistent YAC production - 15.9 yards per catch average
- Soft hands and focus in traffic, demonstrating reliable pass-catching skills
- Polished route tree with the ability to create separation at all three levels
- Battle-tested against elite competition, showing up in big games
- Willing blocker with size to handle larger defenders on the edge
- High football IQ, quick study of playbook post-transfer
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lacks elite top-end speed, may struggle to consistently separate from corners at the next level
- Could improve play strength to better utilize size advantage in press coverage
- Not yet a dominant force in short-yardage situations despite frame
- Production good but not elite, room to improve consistency game-to-game
- Release package needs refinement to beat jam at next level
Scouting Report: Summary
Kaden Prather brings an intriguing blend of size, ball skills, and big-play ability to the NFL Draft conversation. His frame and catch radius make him an immediate red-zone threat, while his route-running versatility suggests potential as a chain-mover. Prather's performance against top-tier competition indicates he can contribute early in a rotational role.Schematically, Prather fits offenses emphasizing vertical passing games and those valuing size mismatches. His ability to work the middle of the field effectively also suits West Coast principles. While his athletic ceiling may cap his draft stock, Prather's skill set and production profile him as a potential WR2/WR3 with room for growth.
As Prather continues to develop his physical tools and refine his craft, he could outperform his draft position. His combination of size, hands, and proven production against quality opponents make him an intriguing day two or early day three selection for teams seeking to bolster their receiving corps.
Written By:
K.C. Martinez (Big Ten)
Kaden Prather percentiles vs other Wide Receivers (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Kaden Prather (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
118.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
22.0
*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.