Alex Hayden
OVERVIEW
Alex’s background isn’t just in football. In high school he also regularly placing in the top 3 as a sprinter. At Texas he had a solid freshman season, collecting 21 tackles, 1 INT, and 3 PBU. In his Sophomore season, he posted similar numbers with 39 tackles, 2 INT, and 6 PBU. While his numbers weren’t anything special, his athleticism and desire to compete on every snap caught the attention of scouts.
STRENGTHS
He has the size and body type you look for in a defensive back. He has smooth hips and shows good speed. He played a variety of different coverages in college, and should be able to transition to any defense at the next level. His athletic ability allows him to adjust to errors in coverage. He is very competitive, will push even harder when put in a bad position. Not afraid of contact, and willing to make any tackle.
WEAKNESSES
While he has played a variety of coverages, he is a master of none. Will need to be coached up on his technique no matter where he goes. Can get overly aggressive at times, especially in press coverage. His footwork is unpolished, and sloppy, but hides it with his athleticism. Slow to react to the ball at times.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Who knows.
OVERVIEW
Alex’s background isn’t just in football. In high school he also regularly placing in the top 3 as a sprinter. At Texas he had a solid freshman season, collecting 21 tackles, 1 INT, and 3 PBU. In his Sophomore season, he posted similar numbers with 39 tackles, 2 INT, and 6 PBU. While his numbers weren’t anything special, his athleticism and desire to compete on every snap caught the attention of scouts.
STRENGTHS
He has the size and body type you look for in a defensive back. He has smooth hips and shows good speed. He played a variety of different coverages in college, and should be able to transition to any defense at the next level. His athletic ability allows him to adjust to errors in coverage. He is very competitive, will push even harder when put in a bad position. Not afraid of contact, and willing to make any tackle.
WEAKNESSES
While he has played a variety of coverages, he is a master of none. Will need to be coached up on his technique no matter where he goes. Can get overly aggressive at times, especially in press coverage. His footwork is unpolished, and sloppy, but hides it with his athleticism. Slow to react to the ball at times.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Who knows.
??Soon??