Draft Scouting Report:

Rating: 80.87 (Long-term)

Pro Comparison: Bryan Edwards

Accolades:

  • 2021: First Tennessee receiver to exceed 1,000 yards since Justin Hunter in 2012
  • 2021: Third in SEC in receiving TD (12) and fifth in receiving yards (1,081)

Summary:

Coming off a fantastic 2021 season, Cedric Tillman was set up to break out in 2022 before an injury set him back. He does a good job of setting up his breaks and double moves with varied foot pace and attacks the ball in the air. However, he lacks burst and top-end speed. Tillman takes pride in his blocking and has a great radius to make catches outside of his frame.

Strengths:

  • Takes pride in blocking
  • Varies foot pace to set up breaks and double moves
  • Attacks the ball in the air
  • Great catch radius; makes catches outside of his frame

Weaknesses:

  • Missed time due to injury in 2022
  • Average-to-below average top-end speed
  • Releases off the line of scrimmage can improve

Combine Results:

  • 40-Yard Dash: 4.54 seconds
  • Vertical: 37 inches
  • Broad Jump: 10 feet, 8 inches