Jaylon Guilbeau

Good-sized corner with requisite height and a plus wingspan. Instinctive player who relies on natural coverage acumen and competitive field demeanor. Particularly good in red-zone situations. More than willing to use his hands at the line of scrimmage. Stays attached to receivers in the intermediate passing game. Does a good job crowding receivers to create a less-than-ideal catch window on downfield routes. Knows how to subtly lean into a receiver's route without drawing a flag. Competitive at the catch point, thanks in part to length, and challenges when the ball is in the air. Encouraging pad level when backpedaling. Two-sport athlete who has run the 200 (22.56) and 400 (51.08), in addition to relays. Improved tackler as a senior with conviction to help vs. the perimeter run game. Physical traits and football IQ suggest value as a position- and package-versatile defensive back. Keys to maximizing potential include raising the ceiling on top-end speed and playing with more fluidity and suddenness in the short area. Above average functional athlete but testing and track context suggest room to improve overall explosive athleticism. High-floor cornerback with likely competency at nickel and safety who brings immediate value to a Power Five defensive back unit. One of the more natural cover men in his class with upside that could lead beyond college, depending on continued athletic development.

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