Willie Roberts CB Louisiana Tech | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Willie Roberts CB Louisiana Tech
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | |
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2024 | |
| 40 time: 4.52 seconds (40%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 73.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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74% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 45.3 | |
| Tackling: |
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65% |
| Run Defense: |
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63% |
| Coverage: |
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73% |
| Zone: |
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68% |
| Man/Press: |
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75% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#324
Position rank:
#72
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| College Games: 48 College Snaps: 2499 | ||
ESPN RATING: 76/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Jack Jones - Arizona State |
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87% |
| Nic Jones - Ball State |
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85% |
| Bryce Thompson - Tennessee |
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80% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Willie Roberts from St. Thomas Aquinas High School was rated a Following high school, Roberts opted to join Stephen F. Austin.In 2019 as a freshman Roberts saw action in just 2 games and played a total of 78 snaps at cornerback for the Lumberjacks. He recorded just 2 tackles, no assists, while adding no stops. In coverage Roberts notched up no pass breakups, one interception, and an elite QB rating when targetted of 20.8.
As a sophomore in 2020 he played in 10 games and logged 458 snaps for the Lumberjacks. He made 25 tackles, one assist, and had 6 stops. In coverage he totaled 7 pass breakups, one interception, and an elite QB rating when targetted of 52.4.
In 2021 as a junior Roberts played in 12 games and contributed on 567 snaps. He chalked up 19 tackles, 4 assists, and added 7 stops. In the secondary Roberts forced 5 pass breakups, 2 interceptions, and gave up an elite QB rating when targetted of 26.8.
After season's end Roberts transferred to Louisiana Tech where as a senior for the Bulldogs in 2022 Roberts played in 12 games and took part in 688 snaps for the Bulldogs. He logged 31 tackles, 5 assists, and made 10 stops. In coverage Roberts had 6 pass breakups, 4 interceptions, and surrendered an elite QB rating when targetted of 42.3.
In 2023 as a fifth year senior Roberts saw action in 12 games while playing 708 snaps. He logged 32 tackles, 2 assists, and made 12 stops. In coverage Roberts had 9 pass breakups, one interception, and surrendered QB rating when targetted of 66.0.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- He’s a willing and capable hitter in run support and closes fast to make plays against quick screens.
- Aware zone cornerback who is also adept in man coverage, flashing physical hand punch at the line and straight-line speed to stay with receivers downfield.
- Very aggressive attacking receiver blocks and tackles like a safety.
- Does a good job getting his head around in time when playing with his back to the line of scrimmage. Has the ability to cover quickness underneath.
- Tracks the ball well and has the natural ball skills for forcing turnovers.
- Great on route recognition and has click-and-close ability
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Susceptible to the big plays as a gambler at the catch point and as a catch-and-run victim. He’s also too reluctant to come up and make hits in run support, often focusing on the strip more than the tackle.
- Has tense ankles and hips with choppy footwork when attempting to redirect and doesn't always look natural changing directions.
- The majority of the time last season, Roberts was able to physically overwhelm opposing receivers early in the down, a scenario that won’t play out as often against NFL receivers.
Willie Roberts percentiles vs other Cornerbacks (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Willie Roberts (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
331.3
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
83.0
*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.