Jacquizz Rodgers, Atlanta Falcons, 145th Pick, 5th Round, 2011 NFL Draft

Rodgers, Jacquizz Oregon State 5057 196 4.64

Junior entry. Three-year starter. Strong lower body. Quick lateral movements. Can jump cut in the hole and change direction. Slippery. Can make the first defender miss. Hard to see at fivefoot- six inches. Good contact balance. Bounces around and off tacklers like a pinball. Quick twitch. Lacks long speed but is quicker than a hiccup. Quick through hole and into the second level. Not easy to tackle despite size. Low center of gravity. Good burst on screen pass. Good vision and cut back ability. Elusive in space. Offensive scheme helps open up seams. Cuts and darts for yards. Gives an effort to block but gets run over at times. Soft hands to adjust and pluck the ball. Can make the overhead catch on wheel routes. Has leaping ability to go up after the ball. Effective receiver. An undersized back that follows and cuts off his blockers. Finishes his runs and always is going forward. For complete report see Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft.