Storm Duck CB Louisville | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Storm Duck CB Louisville
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside Zone CB | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.43 seconds (75%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 23.11 DOB: 12/15/2000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Hula Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside Zone CB | |
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2024 | |
| 40 time: 4.43 seconds (75%*) | |
| Age: 23.11 DOB: 12/15/2000 | |
| Bowl Invite: Hula Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: |
74.0 / 100
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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80% |
| Click the links below to view how player ranks vs other prospects. | ||
| QB Rating When targeted: | 104.9 | |
| Tackling: |
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70% |
| Run Defense: |
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71% |
| Coverage: |
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67% |
| Zone: |
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69% |
| Man/Press: |
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66% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#316
Position rank:
#70
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| College Games: 46 College Snaps: 2161 | ||
ESPN RATING: 77/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 84/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.5 (90%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Starling Thomas V - UAB |
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97% |
| Nic Jones - Ball State |
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88% |
| Josh Thompson - Texas |
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86% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Storm Duck from Boiling Springs High School was rated a 3-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 3-star grade by 247 Sports. Following high school, Duck opted to join North Carolina.In 2019 as a freshman Duck saw action in 13 games and played a total of 530 snaps at cornerback for the Tar Heels. He recorded 33 tackles, 3 assists, while adding 14 stops. In coverage Duck notched up 5 pass breakups, 2 interceptions, and QB rating when targetted of 69.0.
As a sophomore in 2020 he played in just 2 games and logged 133 snaps for the Tar Heels. He made only 5 tackles, one assist, and had 3 stops. In coverage he totaled 4 pass breakups, no interceptions, and an outstanding QB rating when targetted of 40.2.
In 2021 as a junior Duck played in 6 games and contributed on 303 snaps. He chalked up 17 tackles, one assist, and added 4 stops. In the secondary Duck forced one pass breakup, no interceptions, and gave up QB rating when targetted of 92.8.
In 2022 as a senior Duck saw action in 12 games while playing 801 snaps. He logged 45 tackles, 4 assists, and made 14 stops. In coverage Duck had 7 pass breakups, 3 interceptions, and surrendered QB rating when targetted of 96.7.
After the end of the season Duck transferred to Louisville where as a fifth year senior for the Cardinals in 2023 Duck played in 12 games and took part in 380 snaps for the Cardinals. He logged 27 tackles, 4 assists, and made 10 stops. In coverage Duck had 4 pass breakups, no interceptions, and surrendered QB rating when targetted of 93.5.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Very aggressive attacking receiver blocks and tackles like a safety.
- Transitions well from coverage to close on the ball. Strong hands, quick reactions for the interceptions.
- Attacks the ball with authority, with quick read-and-react ability. Willing and physical tackler, flashes toughness and aggressive nature vs. the run.
- With his length, athleticism, and natural ball skills, Duck will be highly valued by press cover teams and could earn a top 100 pick.
- He’s also very good in zone coverage, showing a great understanding of routes and the ability to close quickly.
- Has a nice blend of length, speed, and quickness. He’s at his best mirroring routes underneath, showing fluid movement skills and the ability to change directions on a dime.
- Takes accurate angles to the ballcarrier. A strong, aggressive tackler and doesn't back down against the run.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Duck runs well, but Duck doesn’t have elite recovery speed.
- Tends to play conservatively and give too much cushion when playing off.
- Will slip off tackles and needs to finish more consistently.
Storm Duck percentiles vs other Cornerbacks (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Storm Duck (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
323.5
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
81.0
*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.