NFL Draft Diamonds Scouting Report: DaeSean Hamilton, WR, Penn State
Hamilton has amazing size to be a slot target in the NFL, he runs precise and crisp routes. He comes out of breaks quickly and at sharp angles as well has he can hold on to the football through contact on the sidelines or in the middle of the field. He’s able to win contested catches anywhere on the field. But where he is at his best is when he is gets thrown to on 3rd downs. Just a little under eighty percent of his catches during the 2017 went for a first down. He is very good with yards after catch (YAC) Scouts have said Hamilton is unselfish from his teammates and coaches. And that he will take it upon himself to teach younger players and help them adapt and grow on the football field.
Hamilton has to win with his routes instead of quickness. He has struggled with drops in his career, And though he has gotten better in 2017 drops still seem to be an issue for him. He isn’t a bad blocker but he isn’t a good one as well. Hamilton has to be more physical as a blocker at the next level.
I have a 5th round grade on DaeSean Hamilton, I think he will have to work his way onto a team first through special teams and as a backup player on offense. Hamilton has the skill level and the work ethic to be a quality player in the NFL but I believe it will take a few years of extra work on the practice field and in the film room.
This report was completed by Cody Ladue. Follow him on Twitter!