Strengths

• Has good trajectory assessment on the thrown ball, breaks quickly and has decent ball skills
• Takes accurate angles to the ballcarrier. A strong, aggressive tackler and doesn't back down against the run.
• Anticipation skills and explosive, downhill burst could make him a star in zone-based scheme.
• Physical run supporter in the Antoine Winfield mold with short-area explosiveness to leave his mark on ballcarriers.
• Has good cover skills, athleticism and big -play ability to be a lead cornerback if he matures.
• Good hustle player who puts himself in the action when he's not directly involved. Knows how to use his height and vertical leap.
• Good strength to tackle. Plays with high energy and is a tough-minded overachiever.

Weaknesses

• Has tense ankles and hips with choppy footwork when attempting to redirect and doesn't always look natural changing directions.
• Opens his hips too early and allows himself to get turned around in coverage.
• Lowers his shoulder for the big hit rather than wrapping up securely.

Josh Thompson percentiles vs other Cornerback's (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)