Mitchell Tinsley, WR, Penn State
NFL Draft analysis for Mitchell Tinsley, WR, Penn State
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CBS Sports Staff
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Draft Scouting Report:
Rating: 73.55 (Chance to start)
Pro Comparison: Willie Snead
Summary:
Mitchell Tinsley does most things well from a technical standpoint. He uses footwork off the snap to create leverage. With soft hands, he does a good job of tracking and completing catches downfield. Tinsley has average-to-below-average top-end speed and athletic traits. His career longevity would benefit from developing a niche as a zone attacker.
Strengths:
- Reliabe contributor for two schools over three years
- Good job of tracking the ball downfield
- Good footwork off the snap to create leverage
- Great body control
- Good range to make catches
Weaknesses:
- Average-to-below-average top-end speed
- Limited athleticism
- Needs to develop a knack for sitting in the soft spots of zone
Combine Results:
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.6 seconds
- Vertical: 35.5 inches
- Broad Jump: 10 feet, 0 inches
- Shuttle Run: 4.21 seconds














