Jaylen Watson, DB, Washington State
NFL Draft analysis for Jaylen Watson, DB, Washington State
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CBS Sports Staff
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Draft Scouting Report:
Rating: 69.61 (Role player)
Pro Comparison: Brandon Facyson
Strengths:
Big, physical boundary cornerback. Not afraid to jam the opposition at the line of scrimmage. Good arm length. Length allows him to contend at the catch point. Always around the football. No false steps off the snap.
Weaknesses:
Gets back on his heels at the snap and good route runners will be able to create inside leverage. Average top-end speed. Zone-specific cornerback because he has issues with routes crossing the field.
Accolades:
- Two-time honorable mention All-Pac-12 (2020, 2021)
- 11-foot broad jump at Pro Day would have been T- first among cornerbacks at combine














