2023 NFL Draft Diamonds Scouting Report: Jason Brownlee, WR, Southern Miss

Jason Brownlee possesses good size and solid hands for Southern Miss. Hula Bowl scout Bryan Ault breaks down Brownlee as an NFL Draft Prospect in this article.

Player Data

Name, Jersey #	Jason Brownlee, #1
School (Code)	MSSO
DOB, Class Yr	1-30-1999, Senior
Height, Weight	6020, 200
40 Yd Dash	4.55
Arms, Hands	3400, 1000
Position/Depth	WR / Starter
Honors/Captainship	2021 All-Conference USA Second Team 2019 NJCAA All-American First Team
Season Viewed (yr)	2022
Games Watched	LASW, FLMI, VALB
Scout Name / Date	Bryan Ault / 11-5-2022

Per Year Stats (Most Recent First)

2022	9 GP, 38 REC, 564 YDS, 6 TDs
2021	12 GP, 46 REC, 643 YDS, 8 TDs
2020	10 GP, 34 REC, 610 YDS, 5 TDs
2019	JUCO
2018	JUCO

Player Summary:

Senior. Starts at outside WR. Not used on handoffs/motion. Below-average route runner but has good size, very hands, good blocking skills, good speed after the catch, and adjustment to the ball that could add value to a pro team. As a route runner, he is below-average. More of a linear prospect who runs a lot of fades/straight-line routes and doesn’t run anything that causes sudden movements or change-of-direction. Rounds his cuts instead of showing sudden burst and quickness in-and-out of his breaks. Has a tough time creating separation v. press and struggles to get spacing downfield, especially v. strong opponents. On the plus side, he has very good hands and ability to make acrobatic catches over defenders. Good adjustment and body control – can high-point and dig poorly-thrown passes out of the dirt. Has strong speed after-the-catch and displays a nice extra gear if he finds a crease; can outrun and be tough to catch from behind. Is a good-sized target in the back of the end zone. Very effective run blocker who flashes good toughness and ability to drive defenders away from the play. Has an underdeveloped, thin frame but should add some bulk in an NFL weight program. Former JUCO prospect at East Mississippi CC where he led JUCO nationwide in receiving yards.

Scheme Fit:

Z/X on offense.

Power Statement:

Jason is a below-average route runner, but his height, strong skills after the catch, good hands, and strong blocking skills make him a viable NFL prospect.