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2019 NFL Draft: Arizona State’s N’Keal Harry Scouting Report

By Jon Dove

TEMPE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 09: Wide receiver N'Keal Harry #1 of the Arizona State Sun Devils catches a five yard touchdown pass against cornerback Ron Smith #17 of the San Diego State Aztecs during the first half of the college football game at Sun Devil Stadium on September 9, 2017 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
TEMPE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 09: Wide receiver N'Keal Harry #1 of the Arizona State Sun Devils catches a five yard touchdown pass against cornerback Ron Smith #17 of the San Diego State Aztecs during the first half of the college football game at Sun Devil Stadium on September 9, 2017 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /
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Arizona State’s N’Keal Harry is a big-bodied 2019 NFL Draft receiving prospect.

N’Keal Harry has produced some acrobatic catches during his time at Arizona State. Those catches and his big-play ability has made him one of the more attractive 2019 NFL Draft prospects. However, there are parts of this game that still needs work.

Harry’s best attributes are his size and body control. He’s someone who creates mismatches based on his ability to out-muscle and leap his opponent. Harry knows how to use his frame to box out defenders which helps in contested situations.

His body control gives him the ability to adjust to poorly thrown balls and help his quarterback. He also does a great job tracking the ball in the air which helps him get in proper position.

Harry maintains strong concentration even when working in heavy traffic. This helps him work the middle of the field and in short-yardage situations. He also shows the toughness needed to hang onto the ball despite knowing a big hit is coming.

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This toughness also extends to the running game where Harry shows a willingness to throw blocks. His size and bulk combination give him high upside as a blocker.

The biggest concern surrounding Harry’s game is his limited explosiveness and fluidity. Harry isn’t a quick-twitch athlete and takes time to get up to full speed. This is noticeable when he works the deep part of the field because he doesn’t create a ton of separation.

His separation issues extend to all parts of his game. Harry isn’t a fluid route runner and struggles to create space.

He doesn’t work a sophisticated route tree and rarely looks to mask his intentions. His struggles smoothing changing direction limit his ability to cleanly get out of his breaks. Harry will continue to have issues getting separation at the next level.

This is why Harry needs to be seen as a size receiver who will need to win in contested situations. He shows the potential to be that type of player, but will need to round out the rest of his game to become a complete receiver.

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