S24 DSFL Draft Prospects: Gunner Thorbjornsson
Position: WR
6'2", 210 lbs
College: Oregon
Overview:
The former walk-on at Oregon will put in the work to ensure he gets on the field. Explosive playmaker on the boundary, in the slot, and as a returner. Quick twitch runner with the ball in his hands that makes defenders trip over themselves with his patented "hezzy hey" juke. He has great body control both on the ground and in the air allowing him to make acrobatic catches. Thorbjornsson will have to learn better self control as on more than one occasion his big play was negated by a taunting penalty. All-in-all, he's a big play waiting to happen and loves the spot light. The classic love to have him on your team, but hate to play against him type of player.
Strengths:
-Attacks the ball in the air, routinely high pointing above the defenders reach.
-Has a thorough knowledge of the route tree due to his dedication to practice.
-Has a smooth glide stride which results in no wasted movement on seem routes.
-Sharp, defined cuts when moving both inside and outside.
-Competitiveness. He hates to lose and will give his all to win.
-Hair. We've all seen it, we've all swooned. It's truly the best of this class.
Weaknesses:
-Wasn't asked to block much in college. Form is sloppy and can result in penalties.
-Will need to work on press release. Strong, physical corners will be able to throw off his timing.
-Goes for the home run too often. Needs to learn when to go down. His flashy field cut back plays will not work in the pros who are faster than his college competition.
-Has a bit of a temper. One off field instance resulted in him "upper decking" his rivals locker room toilets as revenge for a hit he perceived to be a cheap shot.
-Will need to tone down his TD celebrations. Randy Moss would be proud of his "moon" but the innocent women and children don't want to see that.
Position: WR
6'2", 210 lbs
College: Oregon
Overview:
The former walk-on at Oregon will put in the work to ensure he gets on the field. Explosive playmaker on the boundary, in the slot, and as a returner. Quick twitch runner with the ball in his hands that makes defenders trip over themselves with his patented "hezzy hey" juke. He has great body control both on the ground and in the air allowing him to make acrobatic catches. Thorbjornsson will have to learn better self control as on more than one occasion his big play was negated by a taunting penalty. All-in-all, he's a big play waiting to happen and loves the spot light. The classic love to have him on your team, but hate to play against him type of player.
Strengths:
-Attacks the ball in the air, routinely high pointing above the defenders reach.
-Has a thorough knowledge of the route tree due to his dedication to practice.
-Has a smooth glide stride which results in no wasted movement on seem routes.
-Sharp, defined cuts when moving both inside and outside.
-Competitiveness. He hates to lose and will give his all to win.
-Hair. We've all seen it, we've all swooned. It's truly the best of this class.
Weaknesses:
-Wasn't asked to block much in college. Form is sloppy and can result in penalties.
-Will need to work on press release. Strong, physical corners will be able to throw off his timing.
-Goes for the home run too often. Needs to learn when to go down. His flashy field cut back plays will not work in the pros who are faster than his college competition.
-Has a bit of a temper. One off field instance resulted in him "upper decking" his rivals locker room toilets as revenge for a hit he perceived to be a cheap shot.
-Will need to tone down his TD celebrations. Randy Moss would be proud of his "moon" but the innocent women and children don't want to see that.