Dwight McGlothern CB Arkansas | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Dwight McGlothern CB Arkansas
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.47 seconds (61%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Shrine Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | |
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2024 | |
| 40 time: 4.47 seconds (61%*) | |
| Bowl Invite: Shrine Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 80.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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80% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 50.0 | |
| Tackling: |
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83% |
| Run Defense: |
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78% |
| Coverage: |
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90% |
| Zone: |
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84% |
| Man/Press: |
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90% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
6th
Overall Rank:
#179
Position rank:
#38
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| College Games: 35 College Snaps: 1880 | ||
ESPN RATING: 80/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#63
Pos Rank:
#26
State Rank:
#50
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 90/100
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| Ovr Rank: #47 Pos Rank: #73 | ||
| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Martin Emerson - Mississippi State |
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87% |
| Mekhi Blackmon - USC |
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78% |
| Jalyn Armour-Davis - Alabama |
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78% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Dwight McGlothern from Klein Oak High School was rated a 4-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 4-star grade by 247 Sports. Following high school, McGlothern opted to join LSU after being heavily recruited.In 2020 as a freshman McGlothern saw action in 4 games and played a total of 137 snaps at cornerback for the Tigers. He recorded just 9 tackles, no assists, while adding one stop. In coverage McGlothern notched up one pass breakup, no interceptions, and a disapointing QB rating when targetted of 154.9.
As a sophomore in 2021 he played in 10 games and logged 523 snaps for the Tigers. He made 31 tackles, 3 assists, and had 8 stops. In coverage he totaled 8 pass breakups, one interception, and QB rating when targetted of 100.7.
After season's end McGlothern transferred to Arkansas where as a junior for the Razorbacks in 2022 McGlothern played in 12 games and took part in 838 snaps for the Razorbacks. He chalked up 39 tackles, 6 assists, and added 9 stops. In the secondary McGlothern forced 10 pass breakups, 3 interceptions, and gave up an elite QB rating when targetted of 48.8.
In 2023 as a senior McGlothern saw action in 9 games while playing 382 snaps. He logged 24 tackles, 2 assists, and made 9 stops. In coverage McGlothern had 4 pass breakups, 3 interceptions, and surrendered an elite QB rating when targetted of 50.7.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- McGlothern possesses excellent spatial awareness, effectively reading quarterbacks and anticipating routes from zone coverage.
- His background as a wide receiver informs his adept route recognition, enhancing his ability to disrupt plays.
- Shows solid tackling ability, utilizing his length and power effectively against blocks and in open-field scenarios.
- He has demonstrated strong ball skills, with a career total of eight interceptions and consistent pass breakups.
- Proficient in press-man coverage, using timely hand strikes to disrupt receiver releases at the line.
- Very effective in zone with a good understanding of coverage schemes, often positioned well to make plays on the football.
- Decisive in his movements, quickly shutting down opportunities for receivers to make catches on comeback routes.
- His agility allows him to manage high-low route combinations smoothly, transitioning from one target to another efficiently.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lacks explosive speed, which could challenge his ability to recover when beaten on deep routes.
- While aggressive, his desire to make big plays can sometimes lead to misjudgments, particularly against double moves.
- Occasional lapses in body control and footwork can lead to penalties, especially in press coverage.
- Run support needs improvement; tends to avoid contact rather than engage with lead blockers.
- His physical play style results in a high penalty count, particularly in tight coverage situations.
Scouting Report: Summary
Dwight McGlothern enters the NFL Draft with the tools and tape that display his ability to operate effectively in a zone scheme where his ball-hawking tendencies can shine. His instincts in coverage, combined with a solid understanding of route concepts, allow him to disrupt passing lanes and create turnovers. His length and technique in jamming receivers at the line make him a viable option for press coverage, although his inconsistent footwork and recovery speed are concerns at the pro level.While McGlothern demonstrates good anticipation and a strong ability to read quarterbacks, his performance in the run game and tendency to accrue penalties underline areas needing refinement. His physicality, while an asset in disrupting receiver routes, often results in flags that can be costly in tight games. Additionally, his run support is considered a liability; he often shies away from contact rather than shedding blocks and tackling aggressively. Improving his engagement in the run game and cleaning up his technique to reduce penalties will be crucial for his transition to the NFL.
Overall, McGlothern’s skill set positions him as a potential day-three pick with upside for teams utilizing heavy zone coverages. His ability to cover ground and play the ball at its highest point, coupled with his knack for generating turnovers, makes him an intriguing prospect. However, teams will need to weigh his athletic limitations and raw aspects of his game against his proven production and football IQ.
Dwight McGlothern percentiles vs other Cornerbacks (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Dwight McGlothern (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
149.9
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
43.0
*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.