Isaiah Hodgins - Proving that Size Does Matter - Edge of Philly Sports Network

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Isaiah Hodgins is a big-bodied wide receiver who can just go up and get the football with ease. Hodgins is the son of longtime NFL fullback James Hodgins, who played with Marshall Faulk and the Rams. He is a 6’4”, 210lbs wideout from Oregan State. He has great ball skills, strong hands and the ability to box out defenders and grab jump balls. His route running could use some improvement, but he has the potential to eventually grow into a solid weapon with red-zone potential.

He contributed on the field immediately for the Beavers. Hodgins earned honorable mention All-Pac-12 honors as OSU’s leading receiver. He a productive 2019 after grabbing 86 passes for 1,171 yards (13.6 per) and 13 touchdowns. Hodgins started 11 of 12 games played as a junior and received second-team all-conference recognition for his playmaking ability. For more Eagles draft opportunities click here.

Strengths

NFL size and competitiveness to play outside
Takes smart angles back to the throw on first two levels
Great awareness to protect the catch with his frame
Squares his numbers to the quarterback over the middle
Instinctive ball skills and body control
Good luck finding drops
Tremendous ball tracker
Able to create late catch space tight to the boundary

Weaknesses

Has issues against talented press-man
Excessive stutter release needs to be quicker
Problems shaking coverage
Doesn’t have enough speed to worry a cornerback

Al Zaffiri

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