Xavier Crawford is a CB out of Central Michigan. The tier model reads him as a bust-risk — 3% elite, 5% starter.
Instincts
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Long, thin press corner with the agility, foot quickness and balance to allow for stickier coverage.”
Physicality
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Crawford's average speed and slim frame could make him a target downfield.”
Technique
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “His ability to hound routes underneath is impressive, but he doesn't have the size or demeanor for frequent run support.”
Role and scheme fit
The archetype rules read him as a balanced-CB.
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“…Long, thin press corner with the agility, foot quickness and balance to allow for stickier coverage. Crawford's average speed and slim frame could make him a target downfield. His ability to hound routes underneath is impressive, but he doesn't have the size or demeanor for frequent run support. Crawford's athleticism and ability to stay connected to routes gives him a shot as a backup cornerback either outside or fr…”
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