2009 NFL Draft - Hakeem Nicks Scouting Report
by Clint Clearwater
NFL Draft Analyst


Prospect: Hakeem Nicks, WR, North Carolina
Ht: 6'1 Wt: 212 40: 4.51

Strengths: Good size for a  receiver.  Has great hands.  Catches the football with great concentration (which leads to spectacular catches at times).  Good awareness.  Decently strong and tough for a WR.  Uses stiff arm very well and can break tackles.  Makes big plays in the open.  Does a great job of juking out defenders and potential tacklers.  Good route runner, and has a knack of getting open often.  Can jump well.  Good downfield blocker.  Great experience and good production during his time as a Tar Heel.                          

Weaknesses: He does not have elite speed.  He won’t be a deep threat.  He occasionally holds the football completely wrong while running.  This is scary however he does not have a bad fumble history.  He could spend more time in the weight room.   

Summary: Hakeem Nicks is one of the best overall wide receivers in this year’s draft.  He is big and has exceptional hands.  He is a good route runner and can block surprising well for a WR.  He does not have elite speed, however he makes up for this with his ability to get open, break tackles, and make big plays.  Nicks’ athletic playing style and game-breaking ability will make him a solid first day pick.  

Draft Projection: Late 1st-Early 2nd Round


Last updated - 4/23/09


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