Cam'Ron Kelly S Louisville | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Cam'Ron Kelly S Louisville
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Zone Slot/Nickel Safety | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.55 seconds (56%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Zone Slot/Nickel Safety | |
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2024 | |
| 40 time: 4.55 seconds (56%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 60.6 / 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: | 111.4 | |
| Tackling: |
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62% |
| Run Defense: |
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59% |
| Coverage: |
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58% |
| Zone: |
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50% |
| Man/Press: |
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62% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#377
Position rank:
#84
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| College Games: 52 College Snaps: 2581 | ||
ESPN RATING: 82/100
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247 RATING: 91.45/100
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| A.J. Thomas - Western Michigan |
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91% |
| Donovan Stiner - Florida |
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88% |
| Scott Nelson - Wisconsin |
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87% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Cam'Ron Kelly from Oscar Frommel Smith High School was rated a 4-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 4-star grade by 247 Sports. Following high school, Kelly opted to join North Carolina after being heavily recruited.In 2019 as a freshman Kelly saw action in just 2 games and played a total of 51 snaps at safety for the Tar Heels. He recorded only 4 tackles, one assist, while adding one stop. In coverage Kelly notched up no pass breakups, no interceptions, and an outstanding QB rating when targetted of 39.6.
As a sophomore in 2020 he played in 11 games and logged 471 snaps for the Tar Heels. He made 41 tackles, 16 assists, and had 18 stops. In coverage he totaled 2 pass breakups, no interceptions, and an unimpressive QB rating when targetted of 136.2.
In 2021 as a junior Kelly played in 13 games and contributed on 560 snaps. He chalked up decent 55 tackles, 16 assists, and added 17 stops. In the secondary Kelly forced 3 pass breakups, 4 interceptions, and gave up QB rating when targetted of 99.4.
In 2022 as a senior Kelly saw action in 12 games while playing 785 snaps. He logged 43 tackles, 15 assists, and made 9 stops. In coverage Kelly had no pass breakups, one interception, and surrendered an unimpressive QB rating when targetted of 129.2.
After the end of the season Kelly transferred to Louisville where as a fifth year senior for the Cardinals in 2023 Kelly played in 13 games and took part in 662 snaps for the Cardinals. He logged 48 tackles, 22 assists, and made 20 stops. In coverage Kelly had one pass breakup, 2 interceptions, and surrendered QB rating when targetted of 105.3.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Has good body control and balance to redirect and break down in the open field.
- In the run game, he’s aggressive coming downhill and a sure tackler.
- Great on route recognition and has click-and-close ability
- Kelly has good size and is a fluid mover, capable of mirroring quickness underneath
- Versatile with experience as an in-the-box safety and in-man coverage.
- Good strength to tackle. Plays with high energy and is a tough-minded overachiever.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Gave up far too many big plays in college, especially concerning since Kelly has recovery speed to make up for missteps.
- Too hands-on downfield and has suspect instincts.
- Kelly plays high and tends to struggle with change of direction, and he also shows some stiffness when he has to flip his hips.
How other scouting services rate Cam'Ron Kelly (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
421.5
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
98.0
*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.