Sam Pinckney WR Coastal Carolina | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Sam Pinckney WR Coastal Carolina
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 09/21/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.77 seconds (1%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 09/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.77 seconds (1%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 49.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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73% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 96.5 | |
| Hands: |
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58% |
| Short Receiving: |
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64% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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69% |
| Deep Threat: |
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68% |
| Blocking: |
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42% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#582
Position rank:
#85
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| College Games: 58 College Snaps: 3365 | ||
247 RATING: 83/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.4 (89%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Trevon Grimes - Florida |
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86% |
| Xavier Lane - Missouri State |
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73% |
| J.F. Thomas - Tarleton State |
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72% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Sam Pinckney from Greenwood High School was rated a After high school, Pinckney opted to join Georgia State.In 2018 as a freshman Pinckney saw action in just 3 games for the Panthers as he made 3 receptions for just 82 yards for an average of 27.3 yards per reception, with no TDs, and an excellent QB rating when targeted of 116.7.
As a sophomore in 2019 he played 9 games and had 36 catches for 459 yards for an average of 12.8 yards per catch, with 5 TDs, and an excellent QB rating when targeted of 103.1.
As a junior in 2020 he played 10 games and hauled in 46 catches for 813 yards for an average of 17.7 yards per catch, with 7 TDs, and an excellent QB rating when targeted of 126.7.
As a senior in 2021 he played 11 games and had 27 catches for 319 yards for an average of 11.8 yards per catch, one TD, and QB rating when targeted of 64.9.
After the end of the season Pinckney transferred to Coastal Carolina where as a fifth year senior in 2022 he played 12 games and had 67 catches for 917 yards for an average of 13.7 yards per catch, 3 TDs, and an excellent QB rating when targeted of 91.0.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Although Pinckney is more of a possession target than a field stretcher, he fiercely competitive demeanor and run-after-catch ability make him a major threat in the middle of the field.
- Has a tall frame and long arms, plus strong hands, giving him a huge catch radius.
- A versatile weapon, proving to be effective inside in the slot and outside on the perimeter. Makes plays at all levels of the field.
- Goes up high for jump balls. Good flexibility and reach to snatch back-shoulder throws.
- Has enough upper-body strength and tenacity to be very effective as a downfield blocker. Is not shy about taking on his man, provides some pop and will open a running lane for his back at the next level.
- Has very good size and strength. Longstride with deceptive speed.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Hands are good, not great. Will drop some easy balls and sometimes will body catch. Occasionally fails to high point.
- Pinckney has constantly ran a limited route tree.
- He’ll have to develop a better feel for sitting down against zone coverage.
Sam Pinckney percentiles vs other Wide Receivers (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Sam Pinckney (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
583.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
92.0
*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.