NFL Draft 2017 Prospect Profile: Wide Receiver Corey Davis

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A closer look at a potential 2017 draft pick for the Cowboys, wide receiver Corey Davis. Over the next three months, we’ll be looking at prospects in the upcoming 2017 NFL Draft from a decidedly Cowboys point of view. Taking the Cowboys current personnel, draft position, scheme, and needs into consideration; defensive line, linebacker, defensive backs, as well as complementary offensive pieces at wide receiver, tight end, and perhaps right tackle, we hope to profile the majority of the potential prospects that could realistically end up as Cowboys within the first two rounds. Once the “official visits” start to leak we’ll add prospects that are possibilities in the later rounds. Today’s Prospect #84 Corey Davis - Wide Receiver - Western Michigan - 6-3, 213 College Stats: Games Watched: Wisconsin, Buffalo, Ball State, Eastern Michigan, Ohio Pros: Prototypical size for a lead NFL receiver ( Julio Jones measured in at 6-3, 220 at the Combine in 2011, I think Davis will measure in near that) with long arms and impressive length. Imposing in jump-ball/contested situations with his size, strength, and large catch radius. Very explosive for his size after the catch, and also in terms of getting in and out of breaks. Can turn short to medium gains into big plays with run after the catch ability. Smooth route-runner who lines up outside and in the slot. Ran a diverse route tree in college, including in-breaking routes, out-breaking routes ...

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