NFL Draft Prospect: Julio Jones

Prospect: Julio Jones
Position: Wide Receiver
School: Alabama
Class: Junior
Height: 6-4
Weight: 210

Strengths: Julio Jones is my second ranked wide receiver on my big board. At 6-4 he has perfect size for the NFL. He has good speed and strength to complement that size. At Alabama he was able to show off these skills in an offense in which he shined. As much as they were a running team with Mark Ingram and Trent Richardson, when he did get the ball, he was a threat to score. He was a playmaker at Alabama. He also is a great at catching the football close and away from his body. He has great hands and run after catch ability, something all teams look for if they are going to spend a first round pick on a wide receiver. He has also played in a pro style offense at Alabama so it is an easier transition for Jones.

Weaknesses: Jones has had some injury problems at Alabama including a broken hand so his past injuries will obviously play a factor. He does have good speed but he lacks that elite explosiveness off the line to get past corners in the NFL. His mental game has to get stronger as well. He drops very catchable balls here and there due to his lack of focus.

Overall Analysis: Julio Jones is a good wide receiver but not a great one yet. He has the potential to be one but he will have to improve. Whatever team he goes to, there will have to be a good, established quarterback in place. He will have the best chance to succeed if the quarterback can help him.

Possible Destinations: Cincinnati Bengals/ Cleveland Browns/ St. Louis Rams

Probable Pick: Mid First Round