Tennessees Alontae Taylor comes off a strong showing at the Combine and has built momentum for himself moving towards the draft. Stays grounded during contact and generates force with his long reach. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Whether Taylor owed it to the Vols to try to play in the Music City Bowl is another discussion. In Off Man coverage gives up too much space Want more information on Mays? WebThe 2022 NFL Draft was the 87th edition of the National Football League 's annual draft and was held from April 2830, 2022, at the Caesars Forum on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. (49%*), 4.36 (C) From a wide alignment or tight to the formation he will aggressively take on the block to force the play inside. 2021 STATISTICS. As prospect meetings ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft come to an end, what are the latest news and rumors from around the NFL? He is not afraid of contact and is very competitive. Pro Football Network, LLC. CB #27. When taking on blocks he uses a good base, pad level and hand placement and works hard to shed. A willing run supporter he will attack the ball and blockers to constrict lanes. Top strengths: Possesses NFL size and length to play outside. Four weeks later, UT lost 48-45 in overtime in the Music City Bowl, as itsdepleted secondary allowed Purdue to pass for 534 yards. Historical Rankings for Alontae Taylor-CB After official visits to Georgia, Wake Forest and Tennessee, Taylor jumped back on board with the Vols as Jeremy Pruitt and the new staff got him back in the fold. Uses his hands exceptionally well, has nice length, and stays on his feet. All Rights Reserved. The 2023 NFL Scouting Combine is upon us, and mock drafts are all the rage. Hes had official top-30 visits with the Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Arizona Cardinals, and Green Bay Packers. While his initial projection is a backup in the NFL, he has the potential with further development to compete to be a starter. Hell take on anyone who comes his way. Following a standout performance at the 2017 Toyota East-West Tennessee All-Star Classic, the promising prospect was named the MVP of the East team. https://saintswire.usatoday.com/lists/pre-draft-scouting-reports-saints-alontae-taylor-nfl/, According to our interview with his trainer Lorenzo Spikes, 5 worst head coaches in New Orleans Saints franchise history, Broncos announce coaching staff additions: All 8 of the ex-Saints joining Sean Payton. Others think that argument only holds up if a national title is on the line. He has experience in Man playing in Off and Press coverage and playing on both sides of the field. At present, the Tennessee CB is the 135th-ranked player on the Pro Football Network Top 300 Big Board, making him a fourth-round prospect. He's projected as a mid- to-late-round pick, and his stock was strengthened by his 40 timeat the combine. The first round was held on Thursday, April 28, and was followed by the second and third rounds on Friday, April 29. As you can see from the measurements above, Taylor has the requisite height. Taylor made an immediate impact at cornerback for Tennessee. Im glad that I did it.. Draft Year 2022. While the results can be inconsistent, he is never passive about tackling or playing off contact. His cushion in off-man coverage is inconsistent and often leaves too much space in front of him to contest the play or aid in bringing down the target. His leadership helped rally the team after loss to Florida. Ultimately, he excelled in man coverage, while also showing the ability to play in zone. Speed . (30%*), 128 (C) Plant-and-drive acceleration from backpedal is lacking. He has a natural feel for man coverage, although he can be sloppy with his feet in press. Weight 195. There arent many NFL draft analysts clued into the annual event better than Daniel Jeremiah, who has risen to prominence with NFL Network. He is two thirds legs, played on both sides of the field and has experience in Man and Zone coverages. Is able to separate himself from blocks and out-leverage his defender to alter the course of the ball. WebNew Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan announces the New Orleans Saints selection of Tennessee Vols cornerback Alontae Taylor in Round 2 of the 2022 NFL Draft On the first play he has the sideline talking to him while the ball is snapped and he shows his recovery speed. It wouldnt be a surprise to see five first-round picks at the position. Bites on receivers moves, which results in him being a half-step behind opponents in transition. Womack was a terrific cornerback at Toledo three years running and received a few draftable grades heading into the 2020 season. Deployed in a variety of coverages as a permanent outside cornerback for the Vols. 4 prospect in Tennessee. Final Word: A well-built, broad player whose thirst for playmaking and resounding hits dominates his tape, Alontae Taylor exhibits the mentality and measurable foundation to challenge NFL receivers as an outside cornerback. Keeps the action in front of him, effectively communicates with teammates in the secondary and immediately reads or diagnoses plays. Current. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images. Reach Adam Sparks at adam.sparks@knoxnews.com and on Twitter @AdamSparks. The 4.36 really blew my mind, Taylor said. Copyright 2019-2023. Negatives: Not a stout tackler. Just picked the top remaining players available every time. Carpenter was not invited to the Combine but turned in outstanding numbers during pro day workouts. New Orleans Saints. Tracks the pass in the air, adjusts to errant throws, and extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame. During his four playing seasons, he tallied 8,225 yards of total offense that was dominated by over 6,000 rushing yards. 29? Works hard to make plays against the run. (86%*), Drafted: ROUND: 2 - Pick Number: 49 (NO), (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance), SAN DIEGO COUNTY CREDIT UNION HOLIDAY BOWL. In addition to Mays and Taylor, former USC RB/WR Velus Jones Jr. turned heads at the Senior Bowl. Negatives: Not a stout tackler. In doing so, he elevated his stock further as a full-time starter in the SEC. The use of good hand placement and strength allows him to be physical at the line of scrimmage and jam up receivers and delay their release. Aware in the red zone stays on the backline to take away fade throws. These players could be potential top 10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections and priority undrafted free agents. Weight 195. I got emotional when I got back to my room, just kind of going through the toe injury and things like that. In Indianapolis, he timed 4.36 seconds in the 40 with a quick 10-yard split of 1.50 seconds. 9 prospect in Tennessee. When defending short or medium routes, Taylor shows very good breaking ability and bursts to compete at the catch point. In year one, Taylor should be a standout on special teams and provide quality depth. 2023 www.knoxnews.com. Hes showcased the understanding of route concepts, potentially helped by his offensive experience. Originally committed to Vanderbilt in 2015, he held an on/off relationship with Tennessee as the program underwent coaching changes. Taylor started all 12 regular-season games, including the last few while struggling through a toe injury that required a walking boot. Labored hip corrections when juked by press release. 111 overall, No. All Rights Reserved. Alontae Taylor is a versatile athlete who shows the ability to play in multiple schemes as well as press and off coverage. At Alabama, at the bottom of the screen he gets a small jam and then runs stride for stride with the receiver matching his COD at the top of the route. Weaknesses: Start-stop ability needs hard plants and major shifts of weight, delaying his burst to the ball. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Its in this group that we find Tennessee CB Taylor. No idea what Will Levis was doing here, but Alontae Taylor sure did. Positives: Quick, explosive lineman who plays with a relentless style. 4 second-year Saints who are looking to make a splash in 2023, Gallery: Saints' top draft picks from the last 8 NFL combines, PFF predicts landing-spots for top Saints pending free agents, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Negatives: Not a big-bodied tackle and gets knocked around in the middle of the line. Saints set to have first losing season since 2016; so, what went wrong? We noticed your adblocker is on. After starting his career (briefly) at wide receiver, the Manchester, Tenn., native moved to defense and proceeded to start 31 of his 45 career games with the Vols at cornerback, finishing with 162 tackles, 15 pass breakups and four interceptions. 19 cornerback, The Draft Network: No. Experience in Man and Zone coverages 12 Games, 60 Tackes, 1 TFL, 2 INT, 6 PBU, 1 FF. However, it was his performances on the field that would earn the Tennessee CB the opportunity to advance his journey. Punch from press is forceful and aggressive. 247Sports Composite: Four-star (0.9471 rating), No. Taylors scouting report details that potential as well as his journey to the NFL Draft. Career: Former consensus top 10 recruit in Tennessee. NFL MOCK DRAFT. Taylor is an alpha and plays that way. Works well with safeties and effectively communicates with teammates in the secondary. An ascending talent that played his best football in 2021, Taylor has developed his instincts in coverage, is a good athlete, features plenty of versatility, and embraces a physical brand of football. 1d ago. However, the programs tumultuous 2017 season and dismissal of Butch Jones caused him to re-open his recruitment in November of his senior year. However, he showcases the physicality to overcome most blockers on his way to the ball carrier. The Northern Iowa product needs more time on an NFL gridiron for proper evaluation. Good awareness, poor tackle. In addition to his impact on the field (3 tackles, 1 interception, 3 pass breakups), Taylor displayed his intelligence with a place on the SEC Academic Honor Roll. Meanwhile, he added 75 touchdowns spread across passing, rushing, and receiving. Taylor is a player with length and speed who plays with an aggressive demeanor against the run and the pass. Bites on receivers moves, which results in him being a half-step behind opponents in transition. Effective return specialist. His exceptional 40-yard dash time at the NFL Scouting Combine suggested that. Not in a huge hurry to tackle bigger backs. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. Big and strong frame that can blockade the receiver in close proximity. Heres the latest were hearing from around the NFL. Former consensus top 10 recruit in Tennessee. Hamilton will be one of the top prospects in the entire 2022 NFL Draft. Draft Year 2022. Quis autem vel eum iure reprehenderit qui in ea voluptate velit esse quam nihil molestiae consequatur, vel illum qui dolorem? In the second play he shows good COD to stick with the in breaking route. Makes his presence known in the run game with good pursuit angles and hard-striking blows. In February, he had a solid showing in Senior Bowl practices and made an interception in the game. He will need to sharpen up some of his technique and tone down his gambling in certain situations. Injuries can cloud the space between those arguments, especially if they potentially could weaken the players draft stock. You'll now receive the top Saints Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. He also has the length and anticipation for teams emphasizing Cover 2/Cover 3. He offers possibilities as a dime back and plays with a special-teams mentality. There arent many NFL draft analysts better informed about the annual event than Daniel Jeremiah, who has risen to prominence with NFL Network. The New Orleans Saints selected Tennessee cornerback Alontae Taylor with the 49th overall pick in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft on Friday, April 29. Will be 25 years old this season. 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