Johnathan Abram, the Mississippi St. S, sits at No. 53 on the consensus board across 25 public boards. The tier model reads him as a NFL starter — 22% elite, 49% starter.
Athleticism
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Abrams shines as a physical run defender with pursuit speed and energy to play sideline to sideline.”
Production Context
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Blunt force-striker with the measurables and play demeanor teams look for from a down safety with nickel linebacker qualities.”
Production Context
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “He grades out as one of the better options for teams looking to deploy an effective "big nickel" defender near the box.”
Role and scheme fit
The archetype rules read him as a hybrid-S.
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“…Blunt force-striker with the measurables and play demeanor teams look for from a down safety with nickel linebacker qualities. Abrams did an admirable job in coverage in Mississippi State's scheme but might not have the anticipation and ball skills to hold up in extended coverage duties. Abrams shines as a physical run defender with pursuit speed and energy to play sideline to sideline. He grades out as one of the be…”
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