PROSPECT WATCH LIST - Cooper Dejean
A gifted versatile chess piece that will be a Defensive Coordinator’s dream.
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Cooper Dejean
Position(s): Cornerback, (Punt Returner/Kick Returner)
Team: Iowa
HT/WT: 6’1” , 207lbs
Pro Comp: Desmond King II (L.A Chargers, Tennessee Titans, Houston Texans) All-Pro 2018.
Scouting Report
· Elite run support
· Viable option as both punt and kick returner
· Attacks the ball extremely well against the pass
· Great closing speed
· Good press strength
· Solid tackler
· Inside – Outside versatility, competent in the Slot but has the physical tools to be able to play outside on an island.
· Weakness against quick out routes, probably indicative of slow acceleration out of his breaks in short yardage situations
· Loses reps to twitchy and quick Receivers in the slot
A supremely gifted and versatile physical specimen who has historically played; Quarterback, Wide Receiver and Defensive Back in high school . Holds high school record for career passing yards, passing touchdowns and touchdown receptions In basketball; he shows up on the Iowa State’s all time scoring list with 1, 832 points. In track; he won the State championship in Long Jump and 100m dash, add to that 3 seasons of varsity baseball.
Has the potential to be a mainstay in a team’s secondary playing in the slot and out wide as well as a Special Teams ace. Technically sound for the most part but some techniques need a bit of polishing as far as his coverage skills are concerned. He could still contribute from day 1 as a Special Teamer until he’s ready to take up a starting spot on defence. A prospect worthy of a premium 1st round draft pick who should turn into a superstar for his franchise.