NFL Draft 2024 Scouting Report: WR Ja'Lynn Polk, Washington
- Graduated from Lufkin High School in Texas, the same school that produced Dez Bryant.
- Was one of the best receivers in school history.
- Started his college career at Texas Tech before transferring to Washington, where he played for three seasons.
- Was one of the team's offensive leaders, helping them reach the playoffs in his final season.
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 203 lbs
Stats
1,159 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns
Strengths
- Very strong hands, good ball control even in difficult situations
- Excellent body control
- Large catch radius, reliable target in the red zone
- Gains good yards after the catch
- Can play on the outside or as a slot receiver
Weaknesses
- Slow off the line, not elite-level speed
- Technical issues when playing against press coverage
- Loses concentration from time to time
- Not very good at feeling space
- Ineffective as a blocker
Summary
A versatile receiver who is arguably the best in the draft class at working with the ball. Aggressive in the fight for the ball, often reaches it before the defender due to his long arms. After the catch, he reliably secures it, rarely allowing opponents to rip or knock the ball out of his hands. Athletic and physically strong, agile. Polk's main drawbacks are his lack of speed and problems playing against zone coverage. He has the potential to become a quality second receiver for an NFL team. He will be a candidate for a second-round pick.