Parris Campbell Scouting Report

By: Alex Khvatov

Height: 6’1

Weight: 208

Position: WR

College: Ohio State

Number: 21

Strengths

Great athlete (one of the better athletes in this draft class)

Excellent speed (4.3 40 time)

Very elusive in the open field, makes defenders miss

Dangerous after the catch, shows good vision

Versatile WR

Excels on underneath routes (bubble screens and crossing routes) and deep balls

Dangerous weapon on end arounds

Willing blocker

Had a great senior year

Provides added value as a returner

Displays very good acceleration off the line

Can sink his hips coming out of his breaks

Good size and build for a slot WR

Weaknesses

Doesn’t run the full route tree

Average route runner

Issues with drops

Struggled against press coverage in those limited situations

Will allow the ball to get into his body at times

Hit and miss in contested catch situations

Other Notes

Four-star recruit (considered an elite player in the 2014 Ohio State class)

Track star in high school

First team All-Big 10 in 2018

Overview

Campbell is not a polished receiver coming out of Ohio State.  He is one of the more overrated players at his position.  But he has the physical tools that teams covet.  He is a slot WR with excellent speed.  He is athletic and is a threat to score any time he touches the ball.  He is also a dangerous return man.  I expect him to be drafted on Day 2.  He is more of a luxury pick, and an NFL team with a creative offensive coordinator will be able to unlock his talent and take advantage of his playmaking ability.