2021 Prospect Profile: WR Rashod Bateman Minnesota
Rashod Bateman, Minnesota 6-2, 211
Strengths
- Good Speed
- Great YAC
- high points the ball/ great catch radius
- Breaks tackles well
- Athletic
Weaknesses
- Route Running
- Creating separation vs elite corners
- Tight Hips, limiting his change of direction
NFL Player Comparison | Keenan Allen
2020 Dynasty Rookie Draft Projection | Mid/Late 1st
Bottom Line
The biggest thing that stood out while watching Bateman was how much he looked the part. Bateman fits the physical profile of an elite receiver, with his 6-foot-2, 211-pound frame. He is tough to bring down in the open field. He can be very physical and aggressive. Bateman’s strong balance is used to handle contact against defenders, and allows him to maintain his speed even through contact. He has natural acceleration and body twitch with fast feet, capable of making a defender miss in the open field. He will struggle a bit against press man, but I believe he will learn how to beat that in time. A coach is going to need to refine his route running as well. He would be great in a vertical spread offense.
Check out 0:38 of this clip to see his excellent balance and tackle breaking ability:
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