Nice, thanks for sharing it :global (30):
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if the kid is running routes like a vet, seems to me he's going to keep running routes that way..
sounds more & more like maccagnan found UDFA keeper..
I love it that this kid is playing lights out so far, but you gotta wonder why he went undrafted. I know teams miss all the time on draft picks, but how is it that JM wasn't even worth a 7th round flyer? Are teams that smitten with 40 times, or the fact that he was kind of a WR/RB hybrid? Regardless, it shows that MM is a good personnel guy and our team will benefit greatly.
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flgreen
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He was undrafted, at least from what I've read, because he only had one year, and came out way to early. 90% of the players that do that, just aren't ready, and go bust. So far he seems to be the exception.
The funny part is he didn't play much as a rookie because he was playing behind Devin Smith who got all the hype. Smith was know as a one trick pony in college. From what we saw of him last year,he was really struggling with learning the route tree.
Didn't realize the coming early part of the equation, but makes sense. Also makes it all the more impressive that he is a more accomplished route runner than some of his contemporaries. Particularly considering that he was a high school QB and the WR position was new to him as a collegian. Liking him more and more.
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Fitz said with out knowing he was a HS QB, that he thought he was a QB somewhere, because he knew the routes so well, and understood coverage.
Sounds like a more athletic Julian Edleman; shocking that NE wasn't all over this guy.
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I don't think this kid was even invited to the combine. Here's the scouting report on him. Not very encouraging. I remember when the Jets signed him I thought , this guy won't be around long. Hope full he'll be a very pleasant surprise.
OVERVIEW
As a five-star recruit set to play in his home state, Marshall faced high expectations from Buckeyes fans. His transition from spectacular dual-threat quarterback to wide receiver was not immediate, however, as he redshirted the 2013 season due to injuries (including a concussion). He then tore a meniscus in spring practice, slowing his development a bit more. The payoff came in the team's national championship season of 2014, as he played in all 15 games as a reserve and was the team's second-leading receiver with 38 catches for 499 yards and six scores. Those freshman-year numbers, which were second only to Hall of Fame receiver Cris Carter in OSU's storied history, gained him Freshman All-American accolades. Marshall was also second on the team in receiving in 2015 and receiving honorable mention All-Big Ten honors as a receiver (36-477, five TD) and punt returner (28-379), before deciding to head to the next level.
PRO DAY RESULTS
40-yard dash: 4.68 seconds
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS Athletic with smooth hips and plus body control. Has feet to bound around initial tackler in space and can create after the catch. Good size for the slot, but gained experience on outside this season. Former dual-*threat high school quarterback who offers versatility on jet sweeps and packaged plays. Should continue to improve at the position with experience and coaching. Subtle and shifty in space. Able to run under the deep balls and is an excellent ball tracker. Excellent punt returner with 34.6 percent of his punts going for 15-plus yards.
WEAKNESSES Benefited from scheme. Stacks and bunch sets allowed for easier release. Must prove he can win against press man coverage. Routes are raw and rounded. Needs to do better job of working to softest spots against zone coverage. Smooth, but lacking instant burst component with all in his hands. Doesn't show the ball skills necessary to 50/50 balls or consistently finish contested throws. Hand strength is average. Struggles securing poorly thrown balls.
DRAFT PROJECTION Round 7 or priority free agent
SOURCES TELL US "He's a running back playing in the slot. That's how I see it. I think he's just a guy. He might make a living as a punt returner, but he better get better at fielding short punts or he'll find the bench and then the waiver wire." -- Big Ten area scout
NFL COMPARISON Keshawn Martin
BOTTOM LINE Marshall is still learning as a receiver and should continue to improve with time, but is behind in quality of his routes and understanding the nuances of the position. He was recruited to Ohio State because he fit the Ohio State "H-*back" role, but will have to prove he can win on his own against more focused man coverage. While he learns the position, Marshall's punt return talent could get him on the field early.
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What is anybody seeing/hearing about Morris?