REPORT: Panthers considering TE Jerrell Adams in 3rd

[TheSpecialJuan]

Jerell Adams, TE, South Carolina
Another player from the state of South Carolina, Jerell Adams, should hear his name called tonight. The Gamecock tight end has been swiftly moving up draft boards since last September, and I'm told the Green Bay Packers and Carolina Panthers will consider him as Round 3 closes out.
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[manu4t]

He is an interesting prospect - huge wingspan (82.5 ") but small hands (9).  There were some concerns about his strength but he did light it up at the Senior Bowl against some good LBs blocking.

As a plus he can play ST so he would fit more than one role for us if we took him.  I still think we get that Harlan Miller kid in the third though.

[RelaxImaPro]

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[General_Purr]

Better than Dickheadson and no block Simoeioioionson.

 

big play ability.. I see Cam loving this

[MV%doe]

I like him better than hunter Henry, but his IQ is issue.

[LinvilleGorge]

27 minutes ago, RelaxImaPro said:

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Seriously.  Not sure how well they do with other teams, but they have to be batting close to zero with the Panthers.

[Bartin]

I'm down. I think he can be a stud.

[enikville]

54 minutes ago, General_Purr said:

Better than Dickheadson and no block Simoeioioionson.

 

big play ability.. I see Cam loving this

Is that really necessary?

[JawnyBlaze]

oh hayell no.  I wouldn't want him in the 5th.  maaaaaybe the 7th.

[ecu88]

https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2016/03/31/draft-pff-scouting-profile-jerell-adams-te-south-carolina/

Position fit:

In-line tight end

Stat to know:

Highest run-blocking grade among tight ends in the Power-5

Combine stats:

Height: 6-5

Weight: 247

Arm length: 34 ⅜”

Hand size: 9 ¾”

40-yard dash: 4.64 seconds

Vertical jump: 32.5”

Broad jump: 9-9

3-cone drill: 7.05

20-yard shuttle: 4.31

60-yard shuttle: 11.52

What he does best:

–Impressive effort and hands as a run-blocker. One of only tight ends at the top of this class you’d feel comfortable blocking defensive ends routinely. Hits his target zone, latches on, and doesn’t let go (although that might lead to some holds).

–Above-average straight-line speed. Can create space up the seam against linebackers on gos and posts

–Body control is impressive. Has a large catch radius and seems more sure handed when forced to adjust to a ball than ones thrown perfectly to his chest

–Stout lower half. Defensive backs bounce off when they contact him at hip level. Broke 10 tackles on only 28 catches, tied for most in the class.

Biggest concern:

–Frustrating drops. Five on 33 catchable passes in 2015. Too often catches with his body instead of plucking it out of the air with his hands. Could have issues in traffic at the next level.

–Very limited receiving production (albeit in a poor passing offense). +1.0 receiving grade and 749 yards over past two seasons.

–Slight build compared to most successful blocking tight ends in the NFL. Could benefit from even more mass on his frame.

Player comparison:

Ben Watson, Baltimore Ravens. Both are plus athletes who could be either No. 1 or No. 2 tight ends. They aren’t necessarily receivers you’d feature in your offense, but both hold their own in that category.

Bottom line:

Adams has starter-level receiving traits with the added bonus of being a capable blocker. That’s not as valuable as it once was, but he’ll still be coveted by certain teams.

[countryboi]

this kid can play, I think he is better than his lack of production and touches would have you believe

 

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–Impressive effort and hands as a run-blocker. One of only tight ends at the top of this class you’d feel comfortable blocking defensive ends routinely. Hits his target zone, latches on, and doesn’t let go (although that might lead to some holds).

this is also big plus

[shaqattaq]

I like Nick Vannett better, he can block and catch. Unless, of course we land Hunter Henry in the second.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1871322/nick-vannett

[Riverboat Ron]

We are going to get either a WR or TE sometime this week.

[Hogmolliesmaht]

How is this even news? I'm sure they are "considering" plenty of players and plenty of teams are considering this particular player. That's not a news report, that's a guess.