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%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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*Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine
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| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | |
| Last Updated: 12/02/2023 | |
| Draft Year: 2024 | |
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (72%*) | |
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*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 | |
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Game performance weighted rating.
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 73.0 | |
| Tackling: |
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51% |
| Run Defense: |
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71% |
| Coverage: |
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79% |
| Zone: |
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72% |
| Man/Press: |
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80% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#95
Position rank:
#20
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| College Games: 43 College Snaps: 2040 | ||
ESPN RATING: 75/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 86/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
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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