AJ JeffersonLast Updated:
January 14th, 2010
Managed By: Jay Horn
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OverviewCornerback who is also an outstanding kick returner with gamebreaking speed who has returned 3 (leading all active NCAA players)for TDs and has a career average of 32.3 yards per return. College Football News 1st Team All-American in 2008 for leading nation in kick return average (35.8).
StrengthsGreat speed in coverage with good size. Most effective as kick-off returner with great vision and burst to hit the hole before it closes. Few can catch him in the open. Can contribute on punt and kick coverage teams.
WeaknessesCoverage skills don't match his speed - must improve back-pedal and use of hands to direct receivers. Must improve greatly to become useful as cornerback.
Projection7th round. Draft position depends on showing at combine; if he shows strong coverage abilities, he will move up, otherwise he is in danger of not being drafted.
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