David Paulson NFL Draft prospect notes

David Paulson
6'4, 242 pounds | Tight end | Oregon

First word: Although he doesn't have the best speed or athleticism, Paulson routinely makes plays when he gets the ball. He had a solid season as a junior with 24 receptions for 418 yards and four touchdowns. They're good numbers in an Oregon offense that doesn't feature the tight end much.

As a blocker, Paulson is solid. He's never going to be a power blocker in the run game, but he stays in front of defenders well enough to be a factor. He'll get much better as a blocker if he can learn some fundamentals about leverage.

Games viewed: (All 2010) Auburn, Oregon State, Stanford, USC, Washington

Bold statement: Paulson will never be an NFL team's No. 1 tight end, but he's a versatile No. 2 who can can and block. He's even lined up some as an H-back.

David Paulson
6'4, 242 pounds | Tight end | Oregon

Notes:

• Is used frequently running vertical routes, which shows off his straight-line speed.

• Won't be overly impressive with his time numbers, but is fast enough to get past many linebackers.

• Doesn't move around especially fluidly, which hampers his wiggle. Even though Paulson does lack some agility, he still has decent body control to make a play on the ball.

• Shows good but not great hands to pull the ball in away from his body.

• Better than many college tight ends as a blocker. Paulson gets the most out of strength and give good effort.

• He should only improve as a blocker as he learns better technique and gets stronger.

• Has lined up in the backfield at times, which is a plus.