Overview
Wes Washington was an elite recruit out of California, where he doubled as a state champion track star. Only seeing the field at Ohio State as a situational deep threat as a freshman (23 catches, 443 yards, 6 TDs), Washington broke out as a sophomore, showing the ability to be an every-down receiver capable of running a diverse range of routes and being a threat anywhere on the field. He followed up a stellar sophomore campaign with a dominant junior one, making plays with an unstable quarterback situation. His raw speed and agility would be intriguing on their own, but this isn't a project player. This guy can come in a be a #1 option on day one.
Analysis
Strengths
World-class track speed. Elite body control and ballerina-like footwork. Legitimate threat to score every time he touches the ball. Not reliant on good quarterback play.
Weaknesses
Wasn't asked to block at Ohio State, so his impact in the run game is unknown. Little experience returning punts or kicks. Tends to start thinking about where he's going to go before he has actually brought the ball in.
Bottom Line
Rare speed, immediate impact player. Will be a day one starter in the NSFL. Moderate floor, high ceiling player with the ability to break away on any play.
Draft Comparison: Randy Moss
Wes Washington was an elite recruit out of California, where he doubled as a state champion track star. Only seeing the field at Ohio State as a situational deep threat as a freshman (23 catches, 443 yards, 6 TDs), Washington broke out as a sophomore, showing the ability to be an every-down receiver capable of running a diverse range of routes and being a threat anywhere on the field. He followed up a stellar sophomore campaign with a dominant junior one, making plays with an unstable quarterback situation. His raw speed and agility would be intriguing on their own, but this isn't a project player. This guy can come in a be a #1 option on day one.
Analysis
Strengths
World-class track speed. Elite body control and ballerina-like footwork. Legitimate threat to score every time he touches the ball. Not reliant on good quarterback play.
Weaknesses
Wasn't asked to block at Ohio State, so his impact in the run game is unknown. Little experience returning punts or kicks. Tends to start thinking about where he's going to go before he has actually brought the ball in.
Bottom Line
Rare speed, immediate impact player. Will be a day one starter in the NSFL. Moderate floor, high ceiling player with the ability to break away on any play.
Draft Comparison: Randy Moss
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