If you’re looking for this year’s Marquise Goodwin, look no further than Pittsburgh Panthers standout Quadree Henderson. Henderson may not run quite as fast as Goodwin, but he’s a game breaker who can fill in at multiple positions.
Henderson, like Goodwin, will require time before he can consistently contribute to the passing attack, but the upside is significant enough to discuss.
Henderson is a dynamic playmaker who will provide immediate value in the return game. He returned four kickoffs and three punts for touchdowns during his three seasons at Pitt, amassing 2,437 total yards as a returner.
Not only does Henderson have blazing breakaway speed, but he combines quickness with underrated strength when he enters the open field.
Henderson has experience as a running back and a wide receiver, which both improves and damages his draft stock. Teams may not know what to do with Henderson, but his proficiency as a returner should temper some of the concerns and open more creative offensive minds.
Come the Scouting Combine, Henderson’s athletic ability and versatility should help him rise up boards and surface as a potential third or fourth-round option at the 2018 NFL Draft.