Biggest strengths as an NFL hopeful
Like his talented predecessors before, Marshall has all the traits needed to become a legitimate threat at the NFL level. His biggest strengths are his size, leaping ability, and route running. At 6-foot-3 and 200-lbs, Marshall Jr. has prototypical size for a number one receiver. In contrast, he may not be the same physically imposing presence as a Julio Jones or D.K. Metcalf, but Marshall Jr. has enough size and strength to box out the more physical corners and create separation in his routes.
His leaping ability is also extremely helpful as he adjusts to poorly thrown passes. He also has a great football IQ and runs extremely crisp routes for a college receiver. His high football IQ allows for a great understanding of how to attack the ball in the air. Marshall Jr. does a tremendous job locating the ball in the air and making tough catches in traffic like Landry and OBJ have done successfully in their careers.
And lastly, Marshall Jr. has underrated, sneaky speed for the receiver position. He is not the same type of elite vertical threat as Chase or Jefferson, but his speed and agility are reminiscent of former LSU and New York Giants’ standout Reuben Randle. As a former first-rounder himself, Randle is a great pro comparison for Marshall Jr. as he makes his way into the 2021 NFL Draft.