Nic Anderson WR Oklahoma | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Nic Anderson WR Oklahoma
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 12/13/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.52 seconds (44%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 20.8 DOB: 03/19/2004 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 12/13/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| 40 time: 4.52 seconds (44%*) | |
| Age: 20.8 DOB: 03/19/2004 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 80.1 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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76% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 143.1 | |
| Hands: |
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52% |
| Short Receiving: |
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72% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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81% |
| Deep Threat: |
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81% |
| Blocking: |
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55% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
5th
Overall Rank:
#151
Position rank:
#20
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| College Games: 14 College Snaps: 647 | ||
ESPN RATING: 84/100
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247 RATING: 89/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.7 (93%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Nico Collins - Michigan |
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75% |
| Bryce Ford-Wheaton - West Virginia |
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73% |
| Cornelius Johnson - Michigan |
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72% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Nic Anderson burst onto the scene as a redshirt freshman for Oklahoma in 2023, showcasing his big-play ability and scoring prowess. The 6'4", 209-pound wideout from Katy, Texas, set a school record for touchdown receptions by a freshman with 10 scores. Anderson's impressive 21.0 yards per catch average highlighted his downfield threat potential.A four-star recruit out of high school, Anderson chose Oklahoma over Notre Dame and Oregon. He maintained his redshirt in 2022, appearing in just three games. His breakout 2023 campaign saw him rack up 798 yards on 31 receptions, with three 100+ yard performances and five games with at least 90 yards receiving.
Anderson's football pedigree runs deep, as he's the younger brother of former Oklahoma and Cincinnati Bengals running back Rodney Anderson. His combination of size, speed, and playmaking ability has put him squarely on the NFL radar heading into his junior season.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Prototypical X-receiver frame with excellent height and lean muscle mass, presenting a sizeable target for quarterbacks
- Explosive long-strider with deceptive acceleration, capable of stacking defenders vertically and taking the top off defenses
- Shows good body control and ball-tracking skills on deep routes, adjusting to make difficult catches downfield
- Natural hands-catcher who plucks the ball away from his frame, displaying soft mitts and strong grip strength
- Dangerous red zone threat, using his size and leaping ability to win jump balls and high-point passes
- Flashes potential as a route-runner, demonstrating ability to sink hips and make sharp cuts despite his height
- Willing blocker in the run game, using his length and physicality to engage defensive backs
- Big-play threat every time he touches the ball
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Still raw in terms of route-running nuance, relying more on athleticism than technique to create separation
- Can struggle to maintain low pad level throughout routes, making him susceptible to jams and reroutes
- Lacks elite short-area quickness and change of direction ability, limiting effectiveness on quick-breaking routes
- Occasionally displays lapses in concentration, leading to focus drops on routine catches
- Run-after-catch ability is adequate but not exceptional, often going down on first contact
Scouting Report: Summary
Anderson projects as a high-upside X-receiver with the potential to develop into a dangerous vertical threat at the next level. His combination of size, speed, and ball skills make him an intriguing prospect for teams looking to add a big-bodied playmaker to their receiving corps.NFL coordinators will likely see Anderson as a scheme-diverse player who can excel in both spread and traditional offenses. His ability to stretch the field vertically and win in contested catch situations make him particularly valuable in systems that emphasize the deep passing game.
While he'll need to refine his route-running and improve his consistency, Anderson's physical tools and production at a young age suggest he has the potential to develop into a solid WR2 or high-end WR3 at the NFL level. His continued growth in 2024 will be crucial in determining his ultimate draft position and pro potential.
Written By:
Eli Cooper (Big 12)
How other scouting services rate Nic Anderson (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
135.8
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
16.0
*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.