CNNSI.com NFL Draft 2002


 
Grading System
Kendall Newson | WR | Middle Tennessee St. | Sun Belt Conference
Selected by Jacksonville Jaguars in round 7, pick 11 (222 overall)
Height Weight 40 Grade
6'1½ 200 4.72 3.33
Four-year starter that has improved every year on the football field. First team All-Conference selection as a senior when he totaled 65/796/12.2/7. Junior totals were 74/945/12.8/5 after 69/918/13.3/5 as a true sophomore.

Consistent and reliable wideout with terrific hands. Extends for the pass, displays good eye/hand coordination and improved his ability to catch the ball with his hands. Goes over the middle, uses his frame to shield away opponents and gets up vertically to make the acrobatic reception. Uses the sidelines well and on the same page as his quarterback. Effective go-to receiver that makes the reception even when defenses are focusing on him. Not big or strong, slowed by jams at the line of scrimmage and not fast. Cannot beat defenders down the flanks and though productive in college, may lack the size to be a true possession receiver at the next level. Helped himself immeasurably at the combine and looked as good as any receiver catching the ball. End result may be a late round selection. Mid Seventh Round.

2001 Receiving Statistics
Receptions Receiving Yards Yards Per Reception Touchdowns
65 796 12.2 7

2001 Rushing Statistics
Rushing Yards Attempts Average per Rush Touchdowns
15 2 7.5 0

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