Monaray Baldwin WR Baylor | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Monaray Baldwin WR Baylor
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Slot Receiver | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 09/21/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.24 seconds (99%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Slot Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 09/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.24 seconds (99%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 62.4 / 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: | 94.6 | |
| Hands: |
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40% |
| Short Receiving: |
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62% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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64% |
| Deep Threat: |
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74% |
| Blocking: |
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48% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#454
Position rank:
#65
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| College Games: 40 College Snaps: 1166 | ||
ESPN RATING: 74/100
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247 RATING: 86/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.3 (87%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Kalil Pimpleton - Central Michigan |
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67% |
| Travell Harris - Washington State |
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56% |
| DeAngelo Wilson - Western Kentucky |
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56% |
Draft Profile: Bio
A speedster from Killeen, Texas, Monaray Baldwin emerged as Baylor's top receiving threat in 2023. The junior wideout led the Bears with 38 catches for 623 yards and 4 touchdowns, building on a promising sophomore campaign where he paced the team in receptions and yards. Baldwin's track background shines through on the gridiron, having posted a blistering 10.66 100-meter dash in high school.Baldwin's collegiate journey began modestly as a three-star recruit, primarily contributing as a returner and gadget player his freshman year. His breakout sophomore season featured multiple 100+ yard receiving games, including a 7-catch, 174-yard, 2-touchdown performance against Oklahoma State. As a junior, Baldwin solidified his role as Baylor's go-to receiver, recording three 100+ yard outings and leading the team in all major receiving categories.
Despite his slight frame at 5'9" and 170 pounds, Baldwin's elite speed and improving route-running made him a constant big-play threat. He averaged 16.4 yards per catch in 2023, showcasing his ability to take the top off defenses and create after the catch.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Super athletic - Made Bruce Feldman's 2023 Freak's List at #42. He Wrote: "He hit 22.8 MPH on the GPS on a touchdown, which was the fastest a college player was clocked in-game in 2022. The 5-9, 164-pounder is also super strong, especially for that size, bench-pressing 405 pounds, squatting 550 and power-cleaning 300 pounds."
- Explosive vertical threat who can blow the top off defenses and create instant chunk plays
- Surprising play strength for his size, with impressive weight room numbers translating to on-field toughness
- Dangerous YAC ability, turning short passes into big gains with his acceleration and elusiveness
- Developing route technician, showing improvement in setting up defenders in the intermediate areas
- Versatile offensive weapon with experience as a rusher and returner, adding value to his NFL projection
- Displays natural ball-tracking ability on deep shots, adjusting well to make over-the-shoulder grabs
- Effective at finding soft spots in zone coverage, particularly on crossing routes and option patterns
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Significantly undersized for an outside receiver, raising concerns about durability and press coverage
- Inconsistent hands in traffic, leaving room for improvement in contested catch situations
- Suspect hands, particularly in traffic, with a tendency to body catch and struggle with consistency on contested grabs
- Limited experience as a primary receiver, with only one season as the clear WR1 in Baylor's offense
- Despite strength, struggles to consistently impact the run game as a blocker due to size limitations
- May face an adjustment period adapting to more complex NFL route trees and defensive looks
Scouting Report: Summary
Baldwin's elite athleticism and game-breaking speed make him an intriguing day-three prospect with the potential to carve out a niche role at the next level. His ability to take the top off defenses and create explosive plays in the passing game will certainly pique the interest of NFL offensive coordinators looking to add a dynamic element to their receiving corps. The Baylor product's surprising play strength and versatility as a gadget player and returner further bolsters his draft stock.However, Baldwin's slight frame and inconsistent play in traffic raise red flags about his ability to withstand the rigors of a full NFL season as an every-down receiver. His route tree will need expansion, and he must prove he can consistently win against press coverage at the next level. While his athleticism is undeniable, Baldwin will need to refine the nuances of the position to maximize his potential in the pros.
Scheme fit will be crucial for Baldwin's NFL success. He profiles best in a spread offense that can leverage his deep speed and yards-after-catch ability, potentially as a slot receiver or in a role similar to how some teams deploy their undersized speedsters. While his physical limitations may cap his ceiling as an outside receiver, Baldwin's elite speed and playmaking potential could make him a valuable situational weapon and special teams contributor for a creative offensive mind willing to scheme touches for him in space.
Written By:
Eli Cooper (Big 12)
How other scouting services rate Monaray Baldwin (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
583.5
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
82.0
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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.