Kenyon Sadiq

(Coverage recognition, finding soft spots in zone, adjusting routes)

Runs to space when play breaks down Finds work when first block read isn’t there Gets off double teams well Can find space in zone coverage

Slow in route adjustments Will drift when sitting in space

Secures ball post catch Tracks the ball in the air very well Can make the circus catches Burner on vertical stems Can catch through contact and when contested Will high point the ball Shows flashes of quick footwork

Route running not polished Raises shoulders at top of routes Occasionally rounds off routes Would like to see more head fakes Had a couple concentration drops

(Run after catch, acceleration, tackle breaking)

Great with the ball in his hands Physical runner Can consistently jump over people Doesn’t go down at first contact Good burst

Needs to secure the ball while running

Blocking (Inline run blocking, pass protection, leverage)

Very physical blocker Can win against DEs and DBs (multiple pancakes) Finishes blocks with aggression

Poor hand placement Gets caught reaching and leaning Doesn’t win consistently with finesse Needs to work on lateral quickness in open field

Physicality (Contested catches, strength as a blocker, toughness)

Very physical at point of attack while blocking Tough runner Doesn't struggle when physicality is brought to him on routes

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(Speed, burst, size, catch radius, movement ability)

Might be the most athletically gifted TE ever Tested off the charts Good burst upfield both on vertical routes and after catch Good catch radius

On the shorter side Short wingspan

Versatility (Ability to line up inline, slot, H-back, wide, motion usage)

Consistent slot and inline reps Occasional wide out reps Lines up in backfield in short yard situations Motioned often

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Week 1 vs MTST (highlights), Week 4 vs ORST (highlights), Week 5 vs PSU (highlights), Week 7 vs RUTG, Week 8 vs WIS, Week 9 vs MINN, Week 10 vs USC, and CFP vs TTU

Kenyon Sadiq had one of the most impressive combine performances in recent memory which cemented himself as a top pick. He is a quick route runner being able to create separation against LBs and DBs, although you would like to see him use his physicality more with his frame and can drift when sitting in soft spots of zones. He has the hands to make the tough, circus catches, but can occasionally drop the easier catches. He is also electric after the catch, with an impressive burst upfield, ability to eat hits and break tackles, and hurdle over any DB that wants to go low. He is a very physical blocker, able to consistently block at every level, but does need to work on his lateral quickness and not leaning into blocks. His first step while inline blocking also needs a little work as it doesn’t cover enough ground. Overall Sadiq has the tools to be a TE1 for a team day 1 with Carolina, or work into a 12 personnel system like the Rams or Jets.

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