Corey Kiner RB Cincinnati | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Corey Kiner RB Cincinnati
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Work-Horse Back | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 09/21/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.67 seconds (17%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 22.10 DOB: 01/21/2002 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Work-Horse Back | |
| Last Updated: 09/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.67 seconds (17%*) | |
| Age: 22.10 DOB: 01/21/2002 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 82.4 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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75% |
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| Rushing: |
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79% |
| Break Tackles: |
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71% |
| Receiving/Hands: |
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55% |
| Pass Blocking: |
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49% |
| Run Blocking: |
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50% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
5th
Overall Rank:
#166
Position rank:
#21
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| College Games: 42 College Snaps: 1269 | ||
ESPN RATING: 83/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 90/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.9 (97%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Jerome Ford - Cincinnati |
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78% |
| Kevin Harris - Georgia Tech |
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75% |
| Cody Schrader - Missouri |
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73% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Kiner capped off his collegiate career with a 1,000-yard rushing season for the Bearcats in 2023, showcasing his development as a lead back. The former four-star recruit and Ohio Mr. Football winner rushed for 1,047 yards and five touchdowns on 192 carries, averaging a robust 5.5 yards per attempt. His journey to Cincinnati included a freshman stint at LSU, where he saw limited action before transferring back to his hometown.At Roger Bacon High School, Kiner etched his name in Ohio high school football lore, finishing his prep career ranked 10th in state history with 7,130 rushing yards and third all-time in scoring with 772 points. His senior year performance of 1,866 yards and 35 touchdowns led Roger Bacon to its first-ever regional championship, cementing his status as one of Ohio's most prolific high school runners.
Kiner's college career trajectory saw him grow from a rotational piece at LSU to Cincinnati's workhorse back. His 2023 campaign featured six 100-yard games, including a career-high 153 yards against Pitt. Kiner's consistency and ball security – notably, he didn't fumble once on 192 carries in 2023 – became hallmarks of his game as he navigated the Bearcats' first season in the Big 12
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Exceptional vision to identify and exploit gaps, particularly effective in outside zone schemes
- Quick, decisive cuts allow him to navigate traffic and find running lanes efficiently
- Low center of gravity and compact frame contribute to excellent balance through contact
- Demonstrates good burst to hit holes quickly and accelerate in tight spaces
- Consistently falls forward and finishes runs with authority, maximizing yardage on each carry
- Reliable ball security, with only one career fumble in college, showcasing strong fundamentals
- Willing pass protector who isn't afraid to take on larger defenders
- Productive college career with a 1,000-yard season against Power 5 competition
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lacks elite long speed, limiting big-play potential at the next level
- Below-average size for the position may hinder durability and power in short-yardage situations
- Limited involvement in the passing game, with minimal route-running experience
- Doesn't possess a diverse arsenal of moves to make defenders miss in the open field
- May struggle to create yardage independently when holes aren't clearly defined
Scouting Report: Summary
Kiner's tape shows a back with plus vision and short-area quickness, tailor-made for zone schemes at the next level. His ability to press the line, make one cut, and get north-south will translate to Sunday football. However, his lack of homerun speed and limited receiving chops cap his ceiling as a rotational piece rather than a bell-cow back.In the ground game, Kiner's compact frame and low pad level allow him to slip through arm tackles and fall forward consistently. He's got the juice to hit the hole hard and the contact balance to push piles, but won't outrun many NFL defensive backs. His pass-pro willingness is a positive, but he'll need to expand his route tree to stick as a third-down option.
Ultimately, Kiner profiles as a committee back who can provide early-down punch and short-yardage utility. His ball security and vision make him a reliable option, but he lacks the dynamic traits to be a feature back at the next level. Look for Kiner to carve out a role as a solid RB2 or RB3 in a backfield rotation, offering dependable yardage and occasional spark plays without shouldering a full workload.
Written By:
Andrew Moore (The American)
Corey Kiner percentiles vs other Running Backs (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Corey Kiner (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
395.5
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
34.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.