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Randall Evans
Kansas St. Big 12
Drafted By: Eagles
Grade
5.11 ?
Draft Analysis:
No surprise, the Eagles draft their 3rd corner to address their most glaring positional need. Evans is a former walk-on who is battle tested and possesses the athleticism to fit multiple coverage alignments. Coaches will need to refine his technique in order to be a more consistent player. --Mark Dulgerian
Analysis
Strengths
Has the height to match up with bigger targets from the slot. Consistently challenges receivers who cross-face him in zone coverage. Plays intelligent brand of football and his game prep shows up on the field. Maintains feel for his man and is usually in position to make a play on the ball or finish with a tackle. Had 28 passes defensed over last two years. Maintains leverage and contains against run. Though not a physical force, is productive as tackler. Responsive to quarterback's eyes and reading his keys.Weaknesses
Ran a 4.44 40 at his pro day, but doesn't play with that same recovery speed when he's beaten. Eagerness to tackle puts him in harm's way against play-action. Shows some tightness to turn and transition. Average burst to close out throws in front of him. Man coverage offers challenge as play unfolds down the field.Draft Projection
Round 7 or priority free agentBottom Line
Full-timer from the slot for Kansas State. Evans has produced noteworthy on-ball stats with his passes defensed and four interceptions in 2014 and his average of 66 tackles per season since 2012 shows his willingness to support the run. Evans shows plus football intelligence and is proactive in coverage rather than reactive, but his long speed is iffy on tape and and he looks best suited to play in zone coverage. Evans has a shot at getting drafted thanks to his size, production and pro-day speed.-Lance Zierlein
Kansas St. Big 12
Drafted By: EaglesGrade
5.11 ?
Draft Analysis:
No surprise, the Eagles draft their 3rd corner to address their most glaring positional need. Evans is a former walk-on who is battle tested and possesses the athleticism to fit multiple coverage alignments. Coaches will need to refine his technique in order to be a more consistent player. --Mark Dulgerian
- 6'0" Height
- 190LBS. Weight
Analysis
Strengths
Has the height to match up with bigger targets from the slot. Consistently challenges receivers who cross-face him in zone coverage. Plays intelligent brand of football and his game prep shows up on the field. Maintains feel for his man and is usually in position to make a play on the ball or finish with a tackle. Had 28 passes defensed over last two years. Maintains leverage and contains against run. Though not a physical force, is productive as tackler. Responsive to quarterback's eyes and reading his keys.Weaknesses
Ran a 4.44 40 at his pro day, but doesn't play with that same recovery speed when he's beaten. Eagerness to tackle puts him in harm's way against play-action. Shows some tightness to turn and transition. Average burst to close out throws in front of him. Man coverage offers challenge as play unfolds down the field.Draft Projection
Round 7 or priority free agentBottom Line
Full-timer from the slot for Kansas State. Evans has produced noteworthy on-ball stats with his passes defensed and four interceptions in 2014 and his average of 66 tackles per season since 2012 shows his willingness to support the run. Evans shows plus football intelligence and is proactive in coverage rather than reactive, but his long speed is iffy on tape and and he looks best suited to play in zone coverage. Evans has a shot at getting drafted thanks to his size, production and pro-day speed.-Lance Zierlein
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