With the 31st Pick the Broncos Select: Bradley Roby
- Updated: May 8, 2014
Why it works: With the Broncos needs at OL, CB, and WR… yeah that’s what the claim they need help at. This pick is the rich getting richer and it didn’t matter who they selected. That being said Roby is a good pick for the system in Denver, It will give him a chance to learn from a lot some good vets until he learns.
Draft Day Grade: C+
Bradley Roby, CB, 5-11, 195, Ohio State
Key stats: Had 69 tackles, 3 interceptions and a touchdown, as well as 13 passes defensed in 2013.
Strengths: Phenomenal athlete with great quickness and closing speed. … Pretty solid tackler. … Goes low and wraps nicely, while also displaying a very physical side. … Will take on blockers and chop them. … Like the way he fights through blocks and doesn’t give up on plays. … When he stays low and balanced, really explodes out of his backpedal.
Weaknesses: Not consistently sound with his technique. … Has been burned far too often for a cornerback with his ability. … Loses concentration and seems lackadaisical at times. … Has good hands, but doesn’t always find ball early enough. … Loses technique and comes up too high when turning out of backpedal. … Grabs a lot, and draws too many unnecessary penalties. … Has eyes in backfield and sometimes gets beat because of it. … Was suspended for a game this past season and has some maturity issues.
Conclusion: Bradley clearly is an interesting prospect. … On one hand, he has first-rate ability and as much natural talent as any corner in this draft. … On the other, at times, he gets scorched and resembles a first-year player. … The team that drafts Roby will be taking a chance on greatness, because Roby flashes elite ability to play the position, but will never be a great corner until he becomes more consistent.
NFL comparison: Carlos Rogers/Stephon Gilmore.
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