Max Melton
Max Melton  CB  Rutgers | NFL Draft 2024 Souting Report - Portrait Image
Max Melton
Height
6-0
Weight
190
College
Rutgers
Position
CB
Class
Junior
Home town
Mays Landing, NJ
84.1/100
Player Rating
20
PositionRank (DB)
4.44
FortyYD Time
Interceptions
3
Interception YDS
5
Passes Defensed
6
Tackles
32
Sol tackles
22

Max Melton CB Rutgers | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

Max Melton CB Rutgers
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB
Last Updated: 12/02/2023
Draft Year: 2024
40 time: 4.44 seconds (72%*)
Measurables:
Height: 6-0 (63%*) Weight: 190 (38%*)
Forty: 4.44 (O) (72%*) Shuttle: 4.30 (HS) (25%*)
Vertical: 37.5 (HS) (76%*)
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(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
*Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance).
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ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB
Last Updated: 12/02/2023
Draft Year: 2024
40 time: 4.44 seconds (72%*)
Measurables:
0% 100%
Height: 6-0 (63%*) Weight: 190 (38%*)
Forty: 4.44 (O) (72%*) Shuttle: 4.30 (HS) (25%*)
Vertical: 37.5 (HS) (76%*)
(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
*Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance).
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Overall Rating: 84.1 / 100
Game performance weighted rating.
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QB Rating When targeted: 73.0
Tackling:
51%
Run Defense:
71%
Coverage:
79%
Zone:
72%
Man/Press:
80%
DRAFT PROJECTION: 3rd
Overall Rank: #95 Position rank: #20
College Games: 43 College Snaps: 2040
Grade: 3 ESPN  Stars 3 ESPN  Stars ESPN RATING: 75/100
College Combine Results
Grade: 247 Sports 3  Stars 247 Sports 86 Stars 247 RATING: 86/100
Grade: 3 Stars 3 Stars RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
Draft Profile: Bio
Max Melton from Cedar Creek High School was rated a 3-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 3-star grade by 247 Sports. Following high school, Melton opted to join Rutgers.

In 2020 as a freshman Melton saw action in 9 games and played a total of 354 snaps at cornerback for the Scarlet Knights. He recorded 24 tackles, one assist, while adding 7 stops. In coverage Melton notched up one pass breakup, no interceptions, and QB rating when targetted of 88.9.

As a sophomore in 2021 he played in 10 games and logged 487 snaps for the Scarlet Knights. He made 23 tackles, 5 assists, and had 2 stops. In coverage he totaled 6 pass breakups, 3 interceptions, and QB rating when targetted of 92.3.

In 2022 as a junior Melton played in 12 games and contributed on 577 snaps. He chalked up 25 tackles, 6 assists, and added 9 stops. In the secondary Melton forced 6 pass breakups, 2 interceptions, and gave up QB rating when targetted of 84.8.
Scouting Report: Strengths
  • Great on route recognition, albeit with some room for improvement in footwork during transitions.
  • Exceptional hand-eye coordination and agility, as well as a keen vision and a third gear which he effectively utilizes in the return game.
  • Impressive ball skills, tracking the ball effectively downfield and demonstrating adept hands and coordination to secure interceptions even when not frequently targeted.
  • Possesses the physical gifts to match any cornerback in this class, though there are some rough edges on the field.
  • Willing in run support, and comes downhill swiftly when the opportunity to make a play presents itself. However, he could improve his tackling consistency.
  • Proficient in zone coverage, showcasing a great understanding of routes and the ability to close, although sometimes his transition can be sluggish.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
  • Backpedaling can be sloppy, and transitions to close on the ball can be sluggish.
  • Angles in pursuit could be tighter and tackling technique needs improvement for consistent finishes.
  • Has a tendency to allow too much cushion while playing off his man, which becomes problematic as his tackling commitment varies.

Max Melton percentiles vs other Cornerback's (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)

How other scouting services rate Max Melton (Overall Rank)

All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
81.9
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
20.0