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Chris Young | S | Georgia Tech | Atlantic Coast Conference
Selected by Denver Broncos in round 7, pick 17 (228 overall)
Height Weight 40 Grade
5'11½ 210 4.64 3.38
Three-year starter that saw action at both free and strong safety as well as cornerback. Totaled 57/1/11 as a senior after 60/2/10 his junior season and 89/1/5 during his sophomore campaign.

Nice-sized, physical defensive back best in a straight line. Aggressive coming up the field to defend the run, likes to bump and fight opponents in coverage and displays a good closing burst to the action. Hard hitting and tries to intimidate opponents. Does not display great range, ball skills and slow locating the pass in the air. Does not time or anticipate his defenses well nor does he show the ability to quickly plant and break on the ball. Not an intuitive or instinctive defender either. May have the ability to play in press coverage but better off at strong safety. Size/speed numbers are attractive. Early Seventh Round.

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