Michael Floyd 2012 NFL Draft prospect notes

Michael Floyd
6'3, 227 pounds | Wide receiver | Notre Dame

First word: Michael Floyd is a paradoxical NFL Draft prospect. His size, 6-foot-3 and a solid 227 pounds, is impressive. Floyd can also make dynamic catches and is hard to take down in the open field. The trouble for Floyd is a slight lack of natural abilities and off-the-field concerns. As an athlete, Floyd doesn't have the speed or leaping ability seen in many top wide receivers. Floyd has been suspended by indefinitely after getting a DUI, his third alcohol-related offense at Notre Dame. Head coach Brian Kelly has said that if Floyd has another slip-up, he'll be kicked off the team.

Floyd finished the 2010 season with 79 receptions for 1,025 yards and 12 touchdowns. They were impressive numbers given Notre Dame's shaky quarterback play last season. He strongly considered entering the 2011 NFL Draft.

Bold statement: Floyd won't be a top 20 pick in next year's draft.

Games viewed: (All 2010) Michigan, Stanford, Utah, USC, Miami

Michael Floyd
6'3, 227 pounds | Wide receiver | Notre Dame

Notes:

• Long speed may only be above average. Won't be a deep vertical threat in the NFL.

• May not have the best vertical leap and has to use his body to create space in the air.

• Shows good body control to maneuver his frame to make a play on the ball. This has been especially helpful at Notre Dame where the quarterback play has been lacking.

• Gets off the line of scrimmage with ease. Has a nice first step and doesn't waste motion. Against bump coverage, Floyd has the strength to move cornerbacks around.

• Really attacks the ball when its in the air. Instead of waiting for it to come to him, Floyd will often extend his arms to make a play on the ball.

• Likes to push off on the cornerback when the ball approaches. While that may fly in college football, it could get him in trouble in the NFL.

• Works the underneath routes really well. When he's in the short area, Floyd can really on his foot quickness and size to pick apart defenses. Excels against zone.

• After the catch, Floyd has to do better carrying the ball. He often carries the ball outside his frame which could lead to fumbles.

• With his continued trouble with alcohol, some teams will seriously question Floyd's character.

• Has had some issues with injuries. Missed four games in 2009 with a broken collarbone. Sat out the final three games of 2008 with a leg injury.