Round 3, Pick 88 - Arizona Cardinals - Andre Roberts

Andre Roberts, WR, Citadel

Ht: 5’ 10 7/8” Wt: 195

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  Roberts is a difficult prospect to gage because of his lack of size and playing at a small school.  His upside and ability to play special teams make him attractive in spite of his short comings.  The Cardinals are hoping he can fill in part of the void left by Anquan Boldin.

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Bulked up nearly 20 pounds since last spring without losing much agility and shows good strength for his size. Is not an elite athlete but takes pride in his craft, will work to get better and has a skill set to succeed as a slot receiver and punt returner. Solid performance against better competition at the Senior Bowl and a strong Combine showing could elevate his draft stock. Has a lot of upside.

NFL projection: Third- to fourth-round pick.

Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Roberts should be the first Bulldog drafted since Nehemiah Broughton (seventh round, 2005, Redskins).  Roberts’ lack of size and playing against a lower level of competition may be a detriment in the mind of some teams, but his track speed, solid hands and elusiveness in the open field give him a shot at being the type of small-school receiver typically picked in the top 100 each April.

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