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SBLIII · May 5, 2019

Mike the Brit said:
There is a very good piece by Mark Daniels in the ProJo today comparing Harry's combine data with that of other wide receivers.

Patriots: A look at N'Keal Harry by the numbers

The name that doesn't come up, though, which would have interested me, is Cordarrelle Patterson. I continue to think that he has the combination of strength and nimbleness to be a threat with the ball in his hand, as CP was.

He is but probably not on gadget plays.

Half of his receiving yards were yards after reception.

Mike the Brit · May 5, 2019

SBLIII said:
He is but probably not on gadget plays.

Half of his receiving yards were yards after reception.

I wouldn't say screens, sweeps and swing passes are "gadget plays", although he can clearly do a lot more than that. Here's an article that puts the issue very well:

"Harry’s versatility is seemingly playing against him, as he can be productive in the screen game. The issues with Arizona State’s offense arise when they begin to use Harry predominantly in this role."

N’Keal Harry’s Usage Is Holding Him Back | The Draft Network

jah · May 5, 2019

Mike the Brit said:
I wouldn't say screens, sweeps and swing passes are "gadget plays", although he can clearly do a lot more than that. Here's an article that puts the issue very well:

"Harry’s versatility is seemingly playing against him, as he can be productive in the screen game. The issues with Arizona State’s offense arise when they begin to use Harry predominantly in this role."

N’Keal Harry’s Usage Is Holding Him Back | The Draft Network

Hopefully McDaniels doesn't fall into the same trap; we know how he feels about "gadget plays".

SBLIII · May 5, 2019

Mike the Brit said:
I wouldn't say screens, sweeps and swing passes are "gadget plays", although he can clearly do a lot more than that. Here's an article that puts the issue very well:

"Harry’s versatility is seemingly playing against him, as he can be productive in the screen game. The issues with Arizona State’s offense arise when they begin to use Harry predominantly in this role."

N’Keal Harry’s Usage Is Holding Him Back | The Draft Network

Not sure about jet sweeps, that said I could see him being very effective in the usual WR screen game, yes.

Uptown · May 9, 2019

sean10mm · May 10, 2019

SBLIII said:
900 yards
60 receptions
8 TDs

Might be a tad less with Gordon back but I'm 100% convinced the pick will be a massive hit.

I'm optimistic about him too, but I'm more interested in his catch rate and yards per reception. If Gordon or Thomas gets 100 receptions or something insane out of nowhere I'm not going to ding Harry for lack of volume stats, provided he's making the most of it when he IS targeted.

captain insano · May 10, 2019

patsfan13 · May 11, 2019

I watched the kid's press conference, he is smart and said all the right things he sounds like a Patriot.
Impressive young man.

SBLIII · May 11, 2019

turkeyneck · May 12, 2019

The physical talent is there. Man, I hope he has the mental aspect so that he clicks with Brady. It could be awesome.

Mike the Brit · May 12, 2019

For me, N'Keal Harry is the most exciting Patriots draft pick that I can remember.

Who knows how he'll develop and what they'll do about some of the insanity that comes with being more talented than everyone around him. Look at play 4 below, starting at 3:10 -- running parallel to the goal line with 5 defenders bearing down on you! That's Deion Sanders or Devin Hester crazy. But I can't wait to see him playing in a Pats uni.

Tony2046 · May 12, 2019

Mike the Brit said:
For me, N'Keal Harry is the most exciting Patriots draft pick that I can remember.

Who knows how he'll develop and what they'll do about some of the insanity that comes with being more talented than everyone around him. Look at play 4 below, starting at 3:10 -- running parallel to the goal line with 5 defenders bearing down on you! That's Deion Sanders or Devin Hester crazy. But I can't wait to see him playing in a Pats uni.

SBLIII · May 12, 2019

Richard Camembert · May 12, 2019

Boy he looks good, strong and elusive for his size.

Mack Herron · May 14, 2019

Bourne Again Christian · May 14, 2019

Mack Herron said:

Those Rookie contracts are gold
This could be the next Fitzgerald.

Ras-IR Dowling · May 14, 2019

SBLIII said:

Man do I wish we saved 1 of our 7th rounders for Stanley Morgan. Really think Cincy got the steal of the UDFA class.

crownontherocks · May 14, 2019

The deal includes a fifth-year team option for 2023

TinhWoodhead · May 14, 2019

patsfan13 said:
I watched the kid's press conference, he is smart and said all the right things he sounds like a Patriot.
Impressive young man.

he is a N’telligent man

PatsFan2 · May 14, 2019

Ras-IR Dowling said:
Man do I wish we saved 1 of our 7th rounders for Stanley Morgan. Really think Cincy got the steal of the UDFA class.

Yeah and that's why the Draft process puzzles me... How was he not Drafted??

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