Michael Jefferson WR Louisiana | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Michael Jefferson WR Louisiana
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 04/26/2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.56 seconds (29%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 24.11 DOB: 12/21/1999 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Outside X-Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 04/26/2023 | |
| Draft Year: 2023 | |
| 40 time: 4.56 seconds (29%*) | |
| Age: 24.11 DOB: 12/21/1999 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 75.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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72% |
| Click the links below to view how player ranks vs other prospects. | ||
| QB Rating When targeted: | 117.1 | |
| Hands: |
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68% |
| Short Receiving: |
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68% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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68% |
| Deep Threat: |
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68% |
| Blocking: |
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68% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#283
Position rank:
#43
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| College Games: 46 College Snaps: 1782 | ||
Draft Profile: Bio
After high school, Jefferson opted to join Alabama State.In 2018 as a freshman Jefferson saw action in 11 games for the Hornets as he made 12 receptions for only 110 yards for an average of 9.2 yards per reception, with 4 TDs, and QB rating when targeted of 80.2.
As a sophomore in 2019 he played just 3 games and had only 11 catches for 142 yards for an average of 12.9 yards per catch, with one TD, and only QB rating when targeted of 54.6.
As a junior in 2020 he played 6 games and hauled in 26 catches for 273 yards for an average of 10.5 yards per catch, with 2 TDs, and QB rating when targeted of 86.6.
After the end of the season Jefferson transferred to Louisiana where as a senior in 2021 he played 14 games and had 18 catches for 481 yards for an average of 26.7 yards per catch, 4 TDs, and an elite QB rating when targeted of 147.3.
As a fifth year senior in 2022 he played 12 games and had 51 catches for 810 yards for an average of 15.9 yards per catch, 7 TDs, and QB rating when targeted of 112.0.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Jefferson plays with a smoothness and balance and shows a knack for setting up defensive backs.
- He’s coordinated with soft, reliable hands, and he shows the ability to adjust to balls thrown behind him, as well as a knack for digging out low throws.
- A savvy, natural pass-catcher with reliable hands and very good focus. Snatches the ball out of the air and shows the concentration to make acrobatic catches look easy.
- Escaping the jam won’t be a problem with his upper-body strength and quick hands. He’ll help as a perimeter blocker in the run game.
- He’s very good in contested-catch situations, using his frame effectively to make plays facing the quarterback. He also shows a knack for high-pointing the ball, consistently outmuscling defensive backs.
- Jefferson tracks the ball well downfield and consistently runs under long throws.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Jefferson won't threaten the top of the defense.
- Jefferson seems comfortable in traffic to the point where he doesn’t make the effort to create separation.
Michael Jefferson percentiles vs other Wide Receivers (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Michael Jefferson (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
297.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
59.0
*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.