Sep 7, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes wide receiver Xavier Restrepo (7) dives but cannot make a catch in the end zone against the Florida A&M Rattlers during the third quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Xavier Restrepo WR Miami | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Xavier Restrepo WR Miami
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Slot Receiver | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 02/20/2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.45 seconds (69%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Slot Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 02/20/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.45 seconds (69%*) | |
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 85.2 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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73% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 126.9 | |
| Hands: |
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87% |
| Short Receiving: |
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84% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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92% |
| Deep Threat: |
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92% |
| Blocking: |
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66% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
2nd - Late
Overall Rank:
#62
Position rank:
#9
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| College Games: 49 College Snaps: 1942 | ||
ESPN RATING: 74/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 86/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.8 (95%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Skyy Moore - Western Michigan |
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87% |
| Parker Washington - Penn State |
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86% |
| Jermaine Burton - Alabama |
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85% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Born and bred in South Florida's football hotbed, Xavier Restrepo's journey from St. Thomas Aquinas to Deerfield Beach high school reveals a player who's been proving doubters wrong his entire career. A versatile athlete who racked up an astounding 48 touchdowns while playing both sides of the ball in high school, Restrepo chose to stay home and attend Miami despite interest from academic powerhouses like Harvard and football giants like Georgia. His early years with the Hurricanes were a steady climb, but patience and persistence paid off in spectacular fashion – becoming the first Miami receiver to post consecutive 1,000-yard seasons in program history.The 2023 season marked Restrepo's emergence as Miami's go-to weapon, setting a program record with 85 receptions and 1,092 yards. Rather than rest on his laurels, he elevated his game even further in 2024, earning consensus All-American honors while terrorizing ACC secondaries to the tune of 1,127 yards and 11 touchdowns. His rise from special teams contributor to Miami's all-time leader in receptions (200) and receiving yards (2,844) speaks volumes about his development and determination.
When you dive into the tape, what stands out isn't just the gaudy numbers – it's how he accumulated them. Six 100-yard games in 2024 weren't the product of scheme or circumstance, but rather a masterclass in route-running precision and competitive toughness. The defining moment came against Duke, where he turned the secondary inside out for three touchdowns and 146 yards, showcasing every tool in his arsenal.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Manipulates defensive backs with advanced route-running nuance, particularly excelling at tempo changes that leave defenders flat-footed in man coverage
- Demonstrates elite short-area quickness and decisive cuts that create consistent separation on intermediate routes, especially from the slot
- Possesses veteran-level understanding of zone coverage, expertly finding soft spots and adjusting routes based on defensive leverage
- Shows exceptional concentration in traffic, consistently making tough catches through contact
- Displays advanced pre-snap recognition skills, consistently identifying blitzes and adjusting routes to become an immediate hot read
- Brings surprising play strength for his size, consistently fighting through press coverage attempts with sophisticated release techniques
- Exceptional production from the slot, showing particular expertise in option routes and finding space against zone
- Demonstrates high football IQ by working back to the quarterback and finding open space when plays break down
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Limited physical profile at 5'10" restricts his ability to win consistently on the outside, likely confining him to slot duties at the next level
- Despite solid timed speed, lacks the explosive gear needed to consistently threaten defenses vertically or create after the catch
- Below-average catch radius due to shorter arms will make him a more challenging target on throws outside his frame
- While willing in the run game, shows clear limitations when matched against bigger defensive backs and linebackers
- May struggle to replicate collegiate production against NFL defensive backs who can match his quickness and play more physically
Scouting Report: Summary
Restrepo's game screams Julian Edelman – a technician who turns the slot into an art form. His footwork in tight spaces is masterful, particularly on option routes where he absolutely carved up ACC defensive backs. The six-game stretch midseason where he averaged 8.2 catches showed exactly how he'll translate – working underneath, setting up defenders, and creating constant escape valves for his quarterback.A West Coast system will maximize his skill set. Watch his tape against Duke – three touchdowns, all on concepts that NFL teams run weekly. He's got that innate ability to find soft spots against zone and shake man coverage with subtle head fakes and tempo changes. The kind of receiver who might not wow you in shorts, but put on any game from 2024 and you'll see a football player who just gets it. His understanding of leverage and spacing reminded me of watching Cooper Kupp's college tape.
Day two is where Restrepo should hear his name called. The Patriots' offense is crying out for his brand of route-running precision, and Kyle Shanahan would have a field day designing plays for his short-area quickness. What he lacks in pure physical tools, he makes up for with savage competitiveness and elite football IQ. This isn't a prospect who needs time to develop – he's ready to step in and command targets from day one.
Written By:
Felix Green (ACC)
Xavier Restrepo percentiles vs other Wide Receivers (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Xavier Restrepo (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
77.6
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
13.0
*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.