2023 Senior Bowl Watchlist Scouting Notes: SS Jason Taylor II, Oklahoma State

Jason Taylor II (no relation to the all-pro defensive end) is a rangy strong safety who can play both strong and free. He made my all-underrated team this year, receiving no real attention this off-season from anyone else in the media. 

HT: 5112
WT: 215
Year: Super Redshirt Junior
High School: Carl Albert (Oklahoma City, OK)
Rating: 3-star (0.8606)

Jason Taylor II scouting notes

Pros: 

  • Good back-end speed. 
  • Changes direction very well. 
  • Good wrap-up tackler technique. 
  • Typically takes good pursuit angles. 
  • Has solid ball skills in zone coverage. 
  • Flashes impressive instincts. 
  • Usually found in the right position to make a play. 
  • Good quick play recognition. 

Cons: 

  • Lacks upper body strength to control tackles.
  • Doesn’t control the tackle as well as I’d like, lacks upper body strength to do that. Will slide right off of the ball carrier from time to time. 
  • Struggles to work effectively through traffic. 
  • Not reactive enough to be solid in man coverage. 
  • Has the tools to be very effective as a defender in space, isn’t consistent now. 
  • Lacks intensity at times. 

John Vogel

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