Marko Mitchell SELECTED BY: Redskins Round 7 (34)

SI Grade 3.29 GRADING SYSTEM

BIOGRAPHY: Junior-college transfer who has led Nevada in receptions the past two years. All-Conference selection as a senior after totaling 61/1141/10. Junior totals included 53/1129/8.

POSITIVES: Fluid and graceful receiver with reliable hands. Plays with great balance, body control and extends his hands, offering the quarterback a nice target. Stays low exiting breaks, comes back to the ball, and uses his frame to shield away opponents. Makes effective use of the sidelines, and consistently catches the pass away from his body.

NEGATIVES: Does not quickly release off the line into routes. One-speed receiver with a loping style. Does not always show toughness in his game.

ANALYSIS: Mitchell possesses the pass-catching skills and body type to be a productive second receiver in the NFL. At times he plays a passive game and is not as dominant as most people expect. He's a middle-round choice with the ability to have a productive career at the next level if he consistently plays at a high level.

PROJECTION: Seventh Round