Elic Ayomanor WR Stanford | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Elic Ayomanor WR Stanford
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 02/27/2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (73%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 02/27/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (73%*) | |
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 85.4 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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77% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 82.9 | |
| Hands: |
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68% |
| Short Receiving: |
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82% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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90% |
| Deep Threat: |
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89% |
| Blocking: |
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73% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
2nd - Late
Overall Rank:
#56
Position rank:
#6
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| College Games: 24 College Snaps: 1468 | ||
ESPN RATING: 78/100
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247 RATING: 87/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.5 (90%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Jonathan Mingo - Ole Miss |
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87% |
| Rashee Rice - SMU |
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85% |
| Brenden Rice - USC |
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84% |
Draft Profile: Bio
From small-town Kincaid, Alberta to the bright lights of Stanford Stadium, Elic Ayomanor's journey embodies the road less traveled. The Canadian-born receiver first caught scouts' attention at Deerfield Academy in Massachusetts, where his track background - ranking 8th nationally in Canada's U18 200m - hinted at his athletic potential. After redshirting his true freshman year in 2022, Ayomanor burst onto the scene in 2023, becoming Stanford's first 1,000-yard receiver since JJ Arcega-Whiteside while setting a program record with 294 yards against Colorado.The 6'2", 210-pound wideout followed up his breakout campaign by leading the Cardinal in receiving for a second straight year in 2024, hauling in 63 catches for 831 yards and six touchdowns. His consistent production earned him Second Team All-ACC honors and a spot as a finalist for the Jon Cornish Trophy, awarded to college football's top Canadian player - an award he had won the previous season. Beyond the stats, Ayomanor's academic excellence garnered him the Military Bowl STEM Scholar-Athlete award, exemplifying Stanford's tradition of elite student-athletes.
Over his two years as a starter, Ayomanor established himself as Stanford's go-to target, leading the team in receptions in 14 of 24 games while recording six 100-yard performances. His combination of size and speed helped him average over 15 yards per catch across his career, consistently threatening defenses at all three levels of the field while displaying the versatility to line up both outside and in the slot.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Polished route-runner who dominates in the intermediate range, masterfully varying tempo and using subtle head movement to create separation 15-20 yards downfield.
- Legitimate vertical threat with impressive speed and natural tracking ability, consistently stacking corners on go routes.
- High-end technician working the middle of the field, using his 6'2" frame and 210-pound build to box out defenders.
- Exceptional body control to contort and adjust to off-target throws, particularly devastating on back-shoulder fades and scramble drills.
- Strong run-after-catch threat who plays faster than his timed speed, showing natural vision and power through contact in the open field.
- Physical and willing blocker who shows consistent effort and technique, particularly effective sealing the edge on outside runs.
- Excels at finding soft spots against zone coverage, demonstrating advanced understanding of defensive leverage and spacing concepts.
- Natural hands-catcher who extends away from his body, particularly effective high-pointing balls in contested situations.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Inconsistent hands show up on routine catches, particularly when trying to turn upfield before securing the ball - logged 12 drops since 2023.
- Despite good testing numbers, can struggle to create immediate separation against press coverage, needing to rely on physicality.
- Route breaks could be more explosive, especially on short patterns where his high-cut frame limits instant direction changes.
- Release package needs refinement against physical corners, sometimes allowing defenders to disrupt timing at the line.
- Will need to expand his route tree at the next level, currently most comfortable working vertically and on intermediate crossing patterns.
Scouting Report: Summary
Ayomanor projects as a high-end WR2 with legitimate WR1 upside, warranting strong consideration in the second round. His exceptional work in the intermediate range and consistent ability to win vertically, combined with excellent size and good testing numbers, paint the picture of a complete receiver who can threaten all three levels of the defense. While his hands can be inconsistent, his overall profile suggests a prospect with the tools to make an immediate impact.His ideal landing spot would be with a vertical passing offense that emphasizes play-action and intermediate crossing routes, where his combination of size and verified deep speed can be maximized. Teams will particularly value his ability to win in the 15-20 yard range, where his elite route-running and body control make him one of the most effective chain-movers in this class. The athletic testing data (79th percentile speed at his size) indicates he has the physical tools to develop into a more complete threat than his college usage suggested.
Given his verified athletic profile and proven production against high-level competition, Ayomanor presents one of the safer selections in the draft's second round. While his hands inconsistency may limit his ceiling as a true WR1, his combination of size, speed, and proven success at all levels give him one of the higher floors among receivers in this class. Look for him to contribute immediately in three-receiver sets while developing into a reliable starter who can consistently threaten defenses vertically and in the intermediate areas where he's proven most effective.
Written By:
Lennox Tate
Elic Ayomanor percentiles vs other Wide Receivers (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Elic Ayomanor (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
61.8
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
7.0
*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.