Round 3, Pick 76 - New York Giants - Chad Jones

Chad Jones, S, LSU

Ht: 6’ 2 1/8” Wt: 221

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  An athlete that has never been a full-time football player, Jones will take time to develop as a full-time NFL player.  His superior physical skills won't translate onto the field immediately, and I don't know if he plays special teams.  The Giants are banking on their coaching staff instilling the necessary knowledge in Jones.  

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: A multi-sport star with intriguing measurables, movement skills and hitting ability, Jones is more naturally athletic than instinctive and lacks the warrior mentality to bang in the box. Interviewed poorly at the Combine, coming across as too aloof and dispassionate about the game. Will be a deluxe strong safety with back- half capabilities in the pros. Has physical tools to be a standout center fielder, but the million-dollar question is: How good does he want to be?

NFL projection: Second- to third-round pick.

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  Jones has very good size, is a physical tackler and has surprising range in the deep middle.  With only one season as a starting free safety, he’s still rough around the edges.  His LSU teammates considered Jones the best all-around athlete on the team.  Given a year or two to develop better technique, Jones could prove to be a better NFL player than some of the more highly touted defensive backs drafted ahead of him. 

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