Mansoor Delane CB Virginia Tech | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Mansoor Delane CB Virginia Tech
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside Zone CB | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 12/13/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (72%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 21.0 DOB: 12/15/2003 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside Zone CB | |
| Last Updated: 12/13/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (72%*) | |
| Age: 21.0 DOB: 12/15/2003 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 83.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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80% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 83.9 | |
| Tackling: |
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75% |
| Run Defense: |
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77% |
| Coverage: |
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67% |
| Zone: |
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66% |
| Man/Press: |
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67% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#88
Position rank:
#22
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| College Games: 32 College Snaps: 1826 | ||
ESPN RATING: 80/100
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247 RATING: 87/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Aaron Robinson - UCF |
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88% |
| Darrell Luter Jr. - South Alabama |
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83% |
| Kelvin Joseph - Kentucky |
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83% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Mansoor Delane, cornerback out of Virginia Tech, burst onto the scene in his freshman year. The Archbishop Spalding High School product chose the Hokies over several Power 5 offers. In his debut season, Delane saw action in eight games, starting four, and immediately made his presence felt with eight pass breakups, an interception, and two forced fumbles.Delane's sophomore campaign in 2023 saw him lock down a starting role, opening all 13 games for Virginia Tech. He racked up 54 total tackles, with 31 solo stops, and continued to be a menace in the passing game with nine pass breakups. His playmaking ability shone through with an interception against Virginia and a key fumble recovery in the Military Bowl victory over Tulane.
The young corner's rapid ascension earned him accolades, including 247Sports True Freshman All-American honors and All-ACC Honorable Mention recognition in 2022. Delane's versatility allowed him to excel in various roles across the defensive backfield, from corner to safety, making him a key chess piece in Virginia Tech's defensive schemes.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Cerebral player with exceptional diagnostic skills, quickly processing and reacting to offensive schemes
- Swiss Army knife in the secondary, showcasing positional flexibility from corner to safety
- Plays bigger than his frame suggests, demonstrating plus tackling technique and run support
- Fluid mover with loose hips, displaying smooth transitions in and out of his backpedal
- Ball hawk mentality, consistently getting hands on passes and disrupting at the catch point
- Demostrates explosive short-area quickness, allowing him to close cushion rapidly in coverage
- Advanced press technique, using precise hand placement to disrupt receiver releases
- Possesses innate feel in zone coverage, maintaining proper depth and rarely caught out of position
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lean frame may struggle to withstand the physicality of NFL boundary receivers
- High-cut build leads to occasional stiffness when flipping hips in man coverage
- Needs refinement in bail technique, occasionally losing sight of receivers on 180-degree turns
- Long speed may be tested against top-tier NFL burners on vertical routes
- Limited exposure to elite competition could lead to a steeper learning curve at the next level
Scouting Report: Summary
A scheme-diverse defensive back, Delane brings coveted versatility to NFL secondaries. His ability to diagnose plays quickly and mirror receivers in various coverage techniques will appeal to coordinators looking for adaptable pieces in their defense. Despite a slighter frame, Delane's tenacity in run support and reliable tackling form project well to the next level.Zone-heavy schemes will likely maximize Delane's instincts and ball skills early in his career. His press-man potential, while promising, may require further development against NFL-caliber receivers. The versatility to toggle between corner and safety roles could see Delane carve out a significant role in subpackages from day one.
With a focus on adding functional mass without sacrificing his fluidity, Delane has the tools to develop into a reliable NFL starter. His competitive fire and natural feel for the game provide a solid foundation for growth.
How other scouting services rate Mansoor Delane (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
72.3
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
17.0
*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.