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~ JUSTIN JEFFERSON ( #2) ~
Jefferson is a smooth, shifty WR that excels after the catch! He lived in the middle of the field, and was a reliable target for Burrow in 2019!
Let& #39;s dive into some film & evaluate what makes Jefferson a stud in this deep WR class!
[THREAD] (1/17)
Jefferson is a smooth, shifty WR that excels after the catch! He lived in the middle of the field, and was a reliable target for Burrow in 2019!
Let& #39;s dive into some film & evaluate what makes Jefferson a stud in this deep WR class!
[THREAD] (1/17)
~ Improvisational Deception ~
Love this play by Jefferson.
One on one vs a DB - no problem. His ability to slow down, fake one direction, and accelerate is impressive.
He makes this look way too easy as he blows by Xavier McKinney to gain 15+ yards.
(2/17)
Love this play by Jefferson.
One on one vs a DB - no problem. His ability to slow down, fake one direction, and accelerate is impressive.
He makes this look way too easy as he blows by Xavier McKinney to gain 15+ yards.
(2/17)
~ Improvisational Deception ~
Jefferson lives in the middle of the field, and his ability to gain yards after the catch is one of his strengths.
Here he uses a quick "jab step" to bait both defenders. They bite; and he takes advantage for an additional 4 yards.
(3/17)
Jefferson lives in the middle of the field, and his ability to gain yards after the catch is one of his strengths.
Here he uses a quick "jab step" to bait both defenders. They bite; and he takes advantage for an additional 4 yards.
(3/17)
~ Variation of Speed ~
Once again we see Jefferson& #39;s ability to stop on a dime and accelerate. An ankle breaking move to take the play for an additional 8 yards.
His ability to take short passes for big gains will make him a valuable asset for any QB in the NFL.
(4/17)
Once again we see Jefferson& #39;s ability to stop on a dime and accelerate. An ankle breaking move to take the play for an additional 8 yards.
His ability to take short passes for big gains will make him a valuable asset for any QB in the NFL.
(4/17)
~ Variation of Speed ~
It& #39;s crucial for any NFL athlete to know when to effectively speed up & slow down.
Notice that Jefferson takes this tap pass and *patiently* weaves his way around the blocking and defenders for a first down.
(5/17)
It& #39;s crucial for any NFL athlete to know when to effectively speed up & slow down.
Notice that Jefferson takes this tap pass and *patiently* weaves his way around the blocking and defenders for a first down.
(5/17)
~ Variation of Speed ~
Once again, Jefferson lives in the middle of the field.
Here he slows down just enough to bait #11 before breaking towards the middle, where he utilizes his speed for a big gain.
(6/17)
Once again, Jefferson lives in the middle of the field.
Here he slows down just enough to bait #11 before breaking towards the middle, where he utilizes his speed for a big gain.
(6/17)
~ Burst at LOS ~
In the games I& #39;ve watched, I& #39;ve noticed JJ does an excellent job of gaining separation at the LOS.
This play resulted in a sack, but JJ is clearly open down the middle after shaking the defender at the LOS. If Burrow finds him - touchdown.
(7/17)
In the games I& #39;ve watched, I& #39;ve noticed JJ does an excellent job of gaining separation at the LOS.
This play resulted in a sack, but JJ is clearly open down the middle after shaking the defender at the LOS. If Burrow finds him - touchdown.
(7/17)
~ Burst at LOS ~
Below is another great release at the line by Jefferson.
He runs a solid route to get open, keeps his eye on the ball and adjusts for the catch --> touchdown.
(8/17)
Below is another great release at the line by Jefferson.
He runs a solid route to get open, keeps his eye on the ball and adjusts for the catch --> touchdown.
(8/17)
~ Burst at LOS ~
A simple slant route executed extremely well by Jefferson.
He gains leverage with a quick move at the LOS. Burrow finds him for the easy first down!
(9/17)
A simple slant route executed extremely well by Jefferson.
He gains leverage with a quick move at the LOS. Burrow finds him for the easy first down!
(9/17)
~ Situational Understanding ~
JJ was one of the most reliable receivers in 2019. He caught 91% of his targets while leading the nation w/ 111 receptions.
2nd & long. 4th quarter. Must catch situation. Jefferson concentrates to make a tough catch as he& #39;s falling down!
(10/17)
JJ was one of the most reliable receivers in 2019. He caught 91% of his targets while leading the nation w/ 111 receptions.
2nd & long. 4th quarter. Must catch situation. Jefferson concentrates to make a tough catch as he& #39;s falling down!
(10/17)
~ Situational Understanding ~
Love this play by Jefferson.
He sees Burrow scrambling left. He briefly fakes a block to gain slight separation as he rolls towards the sideline for the 1st down.
His new QB will love his ability to improvise when the play breaks down!
(11/17)
Love this play by Jefferson.
He sees Burrow scrambling left. He briefly fakes a block to gain slight separation as he rolls towards the sideline for the 1st down.
His new QB will love his ability to improvise when the play breaks down!
(11/17)
~ Blocking ~
Jefferson& #39;s ability to block in the run game surprised me the most. He has great size for a slot WR, which helps tremendously.
We know CEH can break tackles. But by executing the block below, JJ makes it that much easier to gain the first down.
(12/17)
Jefferson& #39;s ability to block in the run game surprised me the most. He has great size for a slot WR, which helps tremendously.
We know CEH can break tackles. But by executing the block below, JJ makes it that much easier to gain the first down.
(12/17)
~ Blocking ~
His ability to block will serve him well at the next level and will enable him to stay on the field.
Short yardage play. The line as whole does a great job of blocking. Jefferson ( #2) effectively moves his hands/feet preventing the DB from making a play.
(13/17)
His ability to block will serve him well at the next level and will enable him to stay on the field.
Short yardage play. The line as whole does a great job of blocking. Jefferson ( #2) effectively moves his hands/feet preventing the DB from making a play.
(13/17)
~ Blocking ~
Find Jefferson ( #2) as the second WR from the top.
Per usual, CEH breaks the first tackle.
But Jefferson does an outstanding job of moving his feet & driving the DB towards the sideline to allow CEH to get that much closer to the first down.
(14/17)
Find Jefferson ( #2) as the second WR from the top.
Per usual, CEH breaks the first tackle.
But Jefferson does an outstanding job of moving his feet & driving the DB towards the sideline to allow CEH to get that much closer to the first down.
(14/17)
~ Size & Athleticism ~
Because of his exceptional size as a Slot WR, Jefferson also has the ability to make athletic catches.
Below we see him track the ball and adjust to high point the catch for an impressive touchdown.
(15/17)
Because of his exceptional size as a Slot WR, Jefferson also has the ability to make athletic catches.
Below we see him track the ball and adjust to high point the catch for an impressive touchdown.
(15/17)
~ Size & Athleticism ~
Jefferson& #39;s toughness is on full display below!
Takes the reception down the middle, while using his size to gain those yards after contact. And to cap it off, just a smart play to extend for that touchdown while being held back by the DB.
(16/17)
Jefferson& #39;s toughness is on full display below!
Takes the reception down the middle, while using his size to gain those yards after contact. And to cap it off, just a smart play to extend for that touchdown while being held back by the DB.
(16/17)
~ Conclusion ~
Jefferson& #39;s blend of athleticism, route running & toughness makes him one of my favorite WRs going into the draft!
Player Comp: Adam Thielen/Tyler Boyd
Favorite Landing Spots:
- Eagles (Pick 21)
- Packers (Pick 30)
Hope you enjoyed this thread!
[THREAD 17/17]
Jefferson& #39;s blend of athleticism, route running & toughness makes him one of my favorite WRs going into the draft!
Player Comp: Adam Thielen/Tyler Boyd
Favorite Landing Spots:
- Eagles (Pick 21)
- Packers (Pick 30)
Hope you enjoyed this thread!
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