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RASHEAN MATHIS

Position: S Class: Sr School: Bethune Conference: MEAC Ht., Wt.: 6'1, 202 40 Time: 4.44 Grade: 4.01 Selected by Jacksonville Jaguars Round 2, pick 7 (39 overall)

BIO: Four-year starter who made an immediate impact as a true freshman. Winner of the Buck Buchanan Award, presented annually to the top defensive player in I-AA football. Also garnered All-America and All-Conference honors. Finished the season with 61 1/2 tackles, 14 INTs and five pass defenses. Set the single season record for INTs in I-AA as well as interception return yards. Also averaged 6.6 yards on 22 punt returns. First-team All-Conference selection as a junior posting 44-4-7 while averaging 17.1 yards on 24 punt returns, two which were brought for scores. Second-team All-American as a sophomore posting 44-11-8 and again leading Division I-AA in INTs. POSITIVES: Fluid, athletic defensive back who can be used at a number of positions. Technically Sound; can pedal, turn then run and flashes on the scene. Quick anticipating the action, reads the QBs eyes and quickly picks up assignments. Takes good angles to the action, displays an explosive break on the ball and top recovery speed. Disciplined in center field and shows good wherewithal. Outstanding ball skills, hands and a ball magnet when the pass is in the air. NEGATIVES: Tall, slender build, tackles opponents high and has difficulty bringing them down on initial contact. Not always willing to throw his body around the field. ANALYSIS: Combines both tremendous physical skills and a feel for coverage to get the job done. Offers potential at cornerback but may be best in nickel situations as a rookie and a player who can develop into a complete and game impacting free safety. PROJECTION: Early Second Round

2002 Receiving Statistics
Receptions	Receiving Yards	Yards Per Reception	Touchdowns
3	71	23.67	2