Payne Durham TE Purdue | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Payne Durham TE Purdue
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Slot Receiving TE | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 03/25/2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.87 seconds (27%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 24.5 DOB: 06/15/2000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Shrine Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Slot Receiving TE | |
| Last Updated: 03/25/2023 | |
| Draft Year: 2023 | |
| 40 time: 4.87 seconds (27%*) | |
| Age: 24.5 DOB: 06/15/2000 | |
| Bowl Invite: Shrine Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 78.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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75% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 117.2 | |
| Hands: |
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82% |
| Short Receiving: |
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78% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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83% |
| Deep Threat: |
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62% |
| Blocking: |
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55% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
7th
Overall Rank:
#226
Position rank:
#14
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| College Games: 43 College Snaps: 2076 | ||
ESPN RATING: 71/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 81/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.5 (90%)
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Drafted: ROUND: 5 - Pick Number: 171 (TB)
Draft Profile: Bio
Payne Durham from Peachtree Ridge High School was rated a 3-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 3-star grade by 247 Sports. After high school, Durham opted to join Purdue.In 2019 as a freshman Durham saw action in 12 games for the Boilermakers as he made 9 receptions for only 82 yards for an average of 9.1 yards per reception, with 4 TDs, and an elite QB rating when targeted of 132.6. As a blocker he allowed 2 pressures and one sack.
As a sophomore in 2020 he played 6 games and had 16 catches for 166 yards for an average of 10.4 yards per catch, with 3 TDs, and QB rating when targeted of 86.4. In pass protection he gave up 2 pressures and no sacks.
As a junior in 2021 he played 12 games and hauled in 45 catches for 467 yards for an average of 10.4 yards per catch, with 6 TDs, and an elite QB rating when targeted of 118.4. As a pass blocker he gave up 4 pressures and no sacks.
As a senior in 2022 he played 13 games and had 56 catches for 560 yards for an average of 10.0 yards per catch, 8 TDs, and an elite QB rating when targeted of 116.8. In pass protection he gave up 4 pressures and 2 sacks.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Gets a quick release off the line. Dips his shoulder and shows some savvy 8 as a route runner to avoid contact with defenders g to get into his route.
- A fluid mover capable of creating some separation over the middle of the field, Durham has the long arms and soft hands to provide a sizable catch radius.
- Durham has soft hands and uses his frame effectively to shield defenders, making him a major threat in the red zone. Durham can also turn upfield and break a tackle.
- Looks to get involved downfield and will block multiple defenders on a single play when he can. Understands his role as a blocker.
- Knee-bend and technique are good and he shows decent power when his hands hit the target.
- His long arms allow him to play bigger than his size, and he has a frame that can carry a little more weight.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- His ability to track the ball is good enough, but Durham too often let the ball get into his body downfield rather than snatching it with his hands.
- Whilst he is at his best running downfield, he lacks the elite top-end speed or acceleration to be a field stretcher.
- Durham won't threaten the top of the defense.
Payne Durham percentiles vs other Tight Ends (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
Update - 03/25/2023
Durham showed confidence with consistent soft hands. He also displayed great technique as a run blocker.How other scouting services rate Payne Durham (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
203.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
20.0
*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.