Strengths:
• Exceptional athleticism
• Great quick twitch ability
• Nice burst off the line for separation
• Difficult to tackle after the catch
• Productive punt returner
Weaknesses:
• Uses his body to catch passes
• Often injures
• Needs to improve strength
• Struggles with physical defenders
Injury History:
• Missed 4 games in 2008 with a foot injury
• Missed 1 game in 2009 with a ankle injury
• Missed 3 games in 2009 with a hamstring injury
• Missed 2010 with a fractured foot
Notes:
Redshirted in 2010 after his fractured foot -- Improved his stock at the East/West Shrine Game -- Classic slot receiver whose athletic ability could earn him plenty of playing time.
NFL Player Comparison: Mike Thomas
| Career Statistics |
| Year |
GP |
REC |
YDS |
YPC |
TD |
| 2007 |
10 |
1 |
44 |
44.0 |
0 |
| 2008 |
9 |
22 |
269 |
12.2 |
2 |
| 2009 |
10 |
17 |
259 |
15.2 |
4 |
| 2010 |
1 |
2 |
39 |
19.5 |
1 |
| 2011 |
13 |
56 |
716 |
12.8 |
1 |
| Totals |
43 |
98 |
1,327 |
13.5 |
8 |
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