Ja'Kobi Lane Scouting Report
Ja'Kobi Lane is a big-bodied receiver who thrives at making difficult contested catches in clutch moments.
Draft Grade: Round 2 - Winning Starter
Strengths:
Contested Catches:Lane has a natural feel and understanding of how to high point the football and go up and over defenders to make contested catches.
High IQ/Football Intelligence: Against off coverage, Lane does a good job of leveraging defenders and getting to his spot to uncover and get the football.
Versatility:Lane’s overall size allows him to play on the outside as an X receiver or play inside as a power slot.
Concerns:
Top-End Speed:Lane appears to struggle to separate vertically from defenders, a key reason why his ability to make contested catches is part of his success as a receiver.
Press-Man:Lane has a lean frame. In press-man situations, defenders can get hands on and re-route him off of his initial release.
