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TREVON DIGGS
HEIGHT/WEIGHT/AGE
6-foot-1
205 pounds
21 years old
BIG PICTURE
Trevon Diggs, the younger brother of Stefon Diggs, came to Alabama as a highly-touted receiver but transitioned to cornerback as a sophomore. He allowed just 46 receptions in over 700 cover snaps over the next three years and intercepted three passes as a senior while locking down receivers in coverage. Also worked early in his Alabama career as a kick and punt returner. Earned All-American honors from various outlets. Because he didn't run at the combine, there are lingering questions about his speed.
COMBINE NOTABLES
DNP
VIKINGS COMPATIBILITY RANKING
1.5 out of 10. Major need-filler, but an obvious red flag after the falling out between his brother and the Vikings.
HIGHLIGHTS
WHAT DRAFT EXPERTS SAY
Lance Zierlein, NFL.com: "Talented prospect with rare combination of size, strength and ball skills. As a former receiver, Diggs has an instinctive feel for his opponent's plans and uses his size and athleticism to disrupt the blueprint when possible. The foot agility and short-area burst are good for his size and helped keep completion totals low. He's inconsistent staying in phase with downfield routes and long speed is his kryptonite, causing grabbing and holding when panic sets in. He's a future starting press-man corner with the hands and ball tracking to take it away and should benefit from more help over the top as a pro. Future consideration at free safety is possible considering his size and skill set."
Joe Marino, Draft Network: "A high school wide receiver, Diggs spent his first season in Tuscaloosa playing both sides of the football in addition to serving as a return specialist. He didn’t exclusively play defense until 2017 during his sophomore season and showcases an impressive feel for coverage duties, especially for a guy who is relatively new to the position. At the next level, Diggs profiles as a C2/C3 corner but he also excels in press coverage. Using him predominantly in off-man coverage would not be ideal, although his time at Alabama has exposed him to a variety of coverage techniques. Diggs profiles as a starting boundary corner at the next level."
WHAT PFF SAYS
44.5 passer rating allowed last year
46% completion percentage allowed last two years combined
63.7 run defense grade (below average)
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