WR Spotlight: Dezmin Lewis [Central Arkansas]

[davos]

So there's a prospect I noticed recently that we met with, is kind of flying under the radar, and may be pretty close to what we're looking for: Dezmin Lewis

 

 

WR || Central Arkansas || 6'4" 214 Lbs (4.46 40)

 

 

According to NFL media analysts Daniel Jeremiah and Charles Davis, UCA wide receiver Dezmin Lewis may be one of the sleepers in the upcoming draft.

 

Jeremiah said, “When I watched him on tape, he was so much fun to watch. Look at how long he is. (He) can stride it out and beat you over the top. A little nifty after the catch, too, for such a long, tall receiver.”

 

Lewis was one of the players scouts watched closely at the Senior Bowl this year, as the week in Mobile, Ala., represented a big step up in competition for him. He is speculated to draw major interest on Day 3 (rounds 4-7). Observers say he will have to round out his game further to be a complete NFL receiver. But he is said to have a big upside and has the potential to have an impact early. A plus could be his ability to help on special teams.

 

Scouts were interested to see how his speed matched up at the senior bowl and Lewis stood out.  He's already a savvy route runner (huge), good hands, he's got the size, and we got a chance to meet with him.  Given Gettleman's comments about the WR class being deep and whatnnot, it makes me think what the FO thinks of guys beyond the expected top-3 round picks and if they have any in mind like Lewis.

 

-Links-

 

http://hou.scout.com/story/1517774-dezmin-lewis-is-staying-the-course

 

http://nflspinzone.com/2015/04/02/dallas-cowboys-will-dezmin-lewis-steal-draft/

 

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000480465/article/dezmin-lewis-zach-zenner-could-be-cinderellas-of-nfl-draft

 

http://thecabin.net/interact/commentary/2015-03-24/mccollums-column-foley-gault-hogs-and-dezmin-lewis#.VTfHyRdBrKA 

 

[Ricky Spanish]

Sure, why the hell not? Until we have at least the #2 receiver locked up, throw enough crap against the wall and see what sticks. 

[rmoneyg35]

This guy could be a mid round steal. Either him, Hardy or Lockette would be nice to get in the 4th-5th round

[Fidel Cashflow]

Good looking 3rd day WR.

[Cary Kollins]

He definitely has the measurables you like.

That behind the back catch in the YouTube clip though.

[panthers55]

Guys like him are the reason I think we should double dip in the draft at wide receiver.  Find a guy who can start day 1 and then bring in someone to groom.  I still think we can find a day 1 starter in the second or third round with no problem. Unless one of the top 4 guys in there in the first I would go a different direction.

[The Lone Panther]

Wouldn't mind going after this guy. 

[Soul Rebel]

Definitely. 

Much like Norwood, he was a victim of the depth chart with his former team.  He would be a project, but couldn't hurt. We've already met with him pre-draft, so the scouts and DG have already done their homework on him. 

[Castavar]

Hell yes. We would be absolutely stupid not too. Considering the fact we already met with him pre draft, it seems like the perfect Gettleman pick up. Only 22 too? Bring him in and let Proehl work his magic on him.