Jordan Shipley was drafted in the 3rd Round by Cincinnati.
What Ourlads' Guide to the NFL Draft said about Shipley:
Shipley, Jordan Texas 5112 193 4.61
Three-year starter. Received a sixth year from the NCAA after
red-shirting in 2004 because of left knee surgery. Missed all 12
games in 2005 due to a right hamstring injury. Possesses
outstanding natural hands and is a skilled route runner. Returned
a kickoff 96 yards for a touchdown against Oklahoma in 2008.
Makes the tough catch and can adjust to a poorly thrown ball.
Holds the ball on contact. Good agility and body control. Forces
separation with the defensive back. Good open field instincts
after he catches the ball. Competitive receiver that is consistent
without the ball. Good effort as an inline blocker. Plays fast.
Can make the deep overhead catch. A clutch receiver that has
Wes Welker type quickness from the slot. Makes plays and is
sneaky fast to get behind speedy corners. Can separate with his
quick feet in short areas. Knows where the holes are in zone
coverage. Good focus and concentration. Productive. Smart
enough to be moved to different positions in a variety of
formations. Holder on field goals and PATs. Averaged 12.8 yards
on 116 receptions for 1485 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2009.
Will contribute on all special teams. Third/fourth round. (A-30
1/2, H-9 1/4, VJ-36.5, SS-4.22).