Jack Velling TE Michigan State | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Jack Velling TE Michigan State
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Inline Receiving TE | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 10/30/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.78 seconds (49%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Inline Receiving TE | |
| Last Updated: 10/30/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.78 seconds (49%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 80.5 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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75% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 67.9 | |
| Hands: |
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69% |
| Short Receiving: |
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79% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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81% |
| Deep Threat: |
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80% |
| Blocking: |
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58% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#251
Position rank:
#11
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| College Games: 32 College Snaps: 1408 | ||
ESPN RATING: 78/100
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247 RATING: 88/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.5 (90%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Isaiah Likely - Coastal Carolina |
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82% |
| Brevin Jordan - Miami |
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82% |
| Cole Turner - Nevada |
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81% |
Draft Profile: Bio
A 6'5", 244-pound tight end from Seattle, Washington, Velling transferred to Michigan State in January 2024 after two productive seasons at Oregon State. Set the Beavers' single-season touchdown record for tight ends with eight scores in 2023, tied for most among FBS tight ends during regular season. Named to the Mackey Award Watch List, totaling 45 receptions for 719 yards and 11 touchdowns across his collegiate career.Three-star recruit out of Seattle Prep School, Velling stepped into a starting role at Oregon State following an injury to Luke Musgrave. In 2023, started 11 games, recording 29 catches for 438 yards and eight touchdowns. Posted career-best performance with five receptions for 71 yards against Arizona, including a 22-yard touchdown. Notched three touchdown catches in victory at Cal.
Special teams contributor on punt coverage and field goal units at Oregon State. At Seattle Prep, tallied 57 catches for 838 yards and four touchdowns in eight games as a senior. Three-time all-league selection and team captain. Multi-sport athlete who lettered three years in basketball.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Plus acceleration-to-top-end speed ratio when stretching vertically, creates consistent separation on seam routes against zone coverage
- Natural pass-catcher with soft mitts, exhibits plus body control adjusting to off-target throws outside frame
- Savvy route technician who varies release tempo, showcases advanced understanding of leverage manipulation
- Three-level receiving threat with ability to work underneath, intermediate, and vertical zones effectively
- Demonstrates functional flexibility through route transitions, particularly on deep over routes and corner breaks
- Plus RAC ability with long stride length, consistently turns upfield with urgency after securing catch
- Alignment versatility between inline Y, H-back, and detached positions expands formation flexibility
- Core special teams value on coverage units and field goal protection packages
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Limited play strength at point of attack, gets displaced laterally against power rush moves
- Base narrows through contact, compromising leverage and anchor against defensive front
- Inconsistent hand placement as blocker, allows defenders inside his frame too frequently
- Struggles to uncover against press-man coverage, particularly versus longer defensive backs
- Linear athlete who shows some hip tightness transitioning through breaks under 15 yards
Scouting Report: Summary
Shows intriguing potential as a move tight end with three-level receiving capability and alignment flexibility. Natural hands and seam-stretching ability translate well to modern passing schemes. Four-phase special teams experience adds day-one roster value.Technical refinement needed as inline blocker before assuming every-down duties. Current skill set best maximized in 12 personnel packages where he can work from slot and H-back alignments while developing blocking fundamentals.
Scheme-specific prospect who needs creative deployment to maximize receiving strengths early while physical development catches up. Ideal fit in spread-based system heavily utilizing 12 personnel with emphasis on vertical passing concepts.
How other scouting services rate Jack Velling (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
131.7
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
9.0
*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.