Jacobe Covington CB USC | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Jacobe Covington CB USC
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 10/30/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.52 seconds (40%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 23.1 DOB: 09/13/2001 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside Man/Press CB | |
| Last Updated: 10/30/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.52 seconds (40%*) | |
| Age: 23.1 DOB: 09/13/2001 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 78.8 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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83% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 102.0 | |
| Tackling: |
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92% |
| Run Defense: |
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74% |
| Coverage: |
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72% |
| Zone: |
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67% |
| Man/Press: |
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73% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#265
Position rank:
#50
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| College Games: 26 College Snaps: 677 | ||
ESPN RATING: 80/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 92/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.9 (97%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Akayleb Evans - Missouri |
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88% |
| Ryan Watts - Texas |
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85% |
| Jaylon Jones - Texas A&M |
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82% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Jacobe Covington arrived at USC via Washington, where his blend of size and athleticism made him an intriguing defensive back prospect. The 6'2", 200-pound cornerback was a highly-touted four-star recruit out of Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he earned All-Arizona first team honors and demonstrated his athleticism as both a defensive playmaker and track athlete.At USC, Covington's journey has been marked by flashes of excellence amid injury challenges. His 2023 campaign, though limited to 6 games, showcased his potential with 12 tackles, an interception, and consistently strong coverage grades. Prior to USC, his time at Washington included appearances in 13 games, displaying his versatility in both cornerback and safety roles.
His high school career at Saguaro High School laid the foundation for his defensive prowess, recording 30 tackles, 12 deflections, and multiple turnovers as a senior while helping lead his team to the Arizona Open Division State championship game. His track background, with personal bests of 11.07 in the 100 meters, translates to his impressive closing speed on the field.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Plus-length boundary corner with ideal NFL frame and wingspan to crowd passing lanes and match up against X receivers on the outside
- Fluid hip flip and transitional movement skills when matching vertical stems, showing clean footwork through his backpedal-to-run conversion
- Demonstrates click-and-close ability from off coverage, driving downhill with explosion to contest underneath throws and limit YAC
- Physical press-man corner who uses active hands and leverage techniques effectively at the LOS to disrupt timing
- Shows natural anticipation playing through the receiver's hands at the catch point, using length to contest in the strike zone
- Brings positional versatility with experience at boundary corner and safety, displaying comfort in multiple coverage shells
- Reliable wrap-up tackler who breaks down in space and drives through contact with proper form and finishing ability
- Special teams upside with gunner experience and proven ability to defeat blocks in space
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Medical red flags with multiple injuries limiting availability and stunting development over his collegiate career
- Shows some stiffness in his transitions when forced to match sudden breaks, particularly against shifty slot receivers
- Limited production in terms of ball production and impact plays despite significant snap count when healthy
- Can get caught peeking in the backfield against play action, leading to coverage busts on double moves
- Needs refinement in his route recognition against combo routes and multiple receiver concepts
Scouting Report: Summary
A long-limbed boundary corner with natural press-man skills and multi-position versatility in the secondary. Shows the physical tools and competitive demeanor to match up against bigger receivers on the outside, while bringing value as a reliable tackler in run support and special teams.Best suited for a press-heavy scheme that allows him to use his length and physicality at the line of scrimmage. Can contribute immediately on special teams while developing into a rotational corner with starter upside. Medical evaluation and durability concerns will be critical factors in his draft evaluation.
Brings day one special teams value with developmental traits as a boundary corner or safety, depending on scheme fit. Scheme-versatile defender who profiles as a day three selection with upside to develop into a contributing member of an NFL secondary if he can stay healthy.
How other scouting services rate Jacobe Covington (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
265.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
53.0
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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.