Eric Singleton Jr. WR Georgia Tech | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Eric Singleton Jr. WR Georgia Tech
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 09/27/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.34 seconds (94%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 09/27/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| 40 time: 4.34 seconds (94%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 84.4 / 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: | 81.7 | |
| Hands: |
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72% |
| Short Receiving: |
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83% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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89% |
| Deep Threat: |
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90% |
| Blocking: |
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64% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
2nd - Late
Overall Rank:
#66
Position rank:
#9
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| College Games: 24 College Snaps: 1216 | ||
ESPN RATING: 78/100
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247 RATING: 88/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.4 (89%)
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Draft Profile: Bio
Eric Singleton Jr. burst onto the scene as a true freshman at Georgia Tech in 2023, quickly establishing himself as one of the most electric young receivers in college football. The 5'11", 190-pound wideout from Douglasville, Georgia racked up 48 receptions for 714 yards and 6 touchdowns in his debut campaign, earning Freshman All-America honors from multiple outlets.Singleton's explosive playmaking ability was evident from day one, as he became the first player in Georgia Tech history to record touchdown receptions in each of his first five collegiate games. His 59.5 receiving yards per game ranked 4th among all FBS freshmen, while his 6 touchdown grabs tied for 4th nationally among first-year players. The former 3-star recruit out of Alexander High School proved to be an immediate difference-maker for the Yellow Jackets offense.
Despite battling an illness that cost him one game mid-season, Singleton finished strong with 27 catches for 351 yards over his final five contests. His coming out party came in a upset win over #17 North Carolina, where he hauled in 8 receptions for 117 yards in the first half alone. Singleton capped off his freshman campaign with a 4-catch, 96-yard performance against top-ranked Georgia, showcasing his big-play potential on the biggest stage.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Burner with elite straight-line speed, consistently takes the top off defenses
- Exceptional body control and plus leaping ability, wins above the rim
- Savvy route runner who manipulates defenders with tempo changes and head fakes
- Vacuum hands, plucks the ball out of the air away from his frame
- Dangerous YAC threat with shiftiness to make defenders miss in space
- Alignment versatility, can line up outside or in the slot
- Willing blocker who competes in the run game despite size limitations
- Track background translates to football field, maintains top-end speed through routes
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Undersized frame may struggle to defeat press coverage at the next level
- Needs to add functional strength to his play strength arsenal
- Occasional concentration drops when bracing for contact over the middle
- Route tree could use expansion, particularly against press coverage
- May need scheme help early on to maximize effectiveness against physical corners
Scouting Report: Summary
A dynamic separator with home run ability, Singleton has the toolbox to become a featured weapon in an NFL passing attack. His elite speed and short-area quickness make him a mismatch nightmare for defensive coordinators. While his frame raises some concerns, Singleton's ability to win at all three levels of the field projects well to the pro game.Scheme fit will be crucial for maximizing Singleton's skill set early in his career. Offensive coordinators who can scheme him free releases and allow him to operate in space will tap into his explosive playmaking potential. As he continues to refine his releases against press and adds play strength, Singleton has the ceiling of a WR1 in a progressive NFL offense.
With continued development, Singleton possesses the traits to hear his name called early in the draft.
How other scouting services rate Eric Singleton Jr. (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
66.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
9.0
*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.