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The NFL is always on the lookout for a big, athletic, receivers. Purdue’s DeAngleo Yancey is just that, and one of the few bright spots in a disappointing 3-9 season for the Boilermakers.
Yancey certainly looks the part of an NFL wide receiver with a big frame and solid athleticism -- the kind of receiver the New York Giants are currently lacking. Let’s take a closer look and see what he brings to the table.
Measurables
Height - 6 feet, 2 inches
Weight - 217 pounds
40 Time - 4.54 (projected)
Pros
- Big frame which he uses well to shield the ball from defenders
- Good quickness on comeback routes, wasting little movement working back to the ball
- Often a hands catcher, which makes for a big catch radius with his frame
- Varies his stride length to help get separation off the line of scrimmage
Cons
- Route running is definitely a work in progress. Route tree appears limited (perhaps by offense), and breaks are often rounded
- Route running issues make it hard for him to get open
- Has some concentration drops
Does He Fit With The Giants?
Probably not.
While the Giants could probably stand to add at least one big body to their passing attack to create contrasts for defenses to deal with, I don’t think Yancey is a great fit. His route running is very raw, and in an offense that requires consistent timing to function effectively, that is a problem.
If he falls out of the draft, he could be a priority free agent for the Giants to develop.
Prospect Video
Big Board Rankings
Big Blue View - N/A
Mocking The Draft - N/A
CBS Sports - 377th overall
Draft Countdown - N/A
Draft Tek - N/A
Final Thoughts
Yancey might not be a fit for the Giants, but he does have some intriguing traits. His size and athleticism will probably get him noticed. However, the Giants need a more polished receiver first. His draft process, starting this week at the Shrine Game, will have a big effect on his draft status. A strong showing would get him attention he might otherwise miss out on.