Brandon Boykin NFL Draft prospect notes

Brandon Boykin
5'10, 184 pounds | Cornerback | Georgia

First word: How much stock should be put purely in size? In the case of Boykin, we're going to find out. He has just about every aspect you'd look for in a cornerback prospect, but gets held back by his height. He'll get hurt some in high-ball situations against receivers who are bigger than he is. Boykin can easily make up with that if he improves ball skills.

Games viewed: Boise State (2011), Arkansas ('10), Auburn ('10), Florida ('10), UCF ('10)

Bold prediction: Boykin won't be a first-round pick, but he'll break camp next season at least as a team's nickel cornerback.

Brandon Boykin
5'10, 184 pounds | Cornerback | Georgia

Notes:

* Although Georgia lists him at 5-foot-10, that may be a little generous for Boykin. If he comes in at 5-foot-9 or even shorter, it will hurt his stock, much like Brandon Harris in this year's draft.

* Despite his size and stature, Boykin is good at the line of scrimmage because he plays with excellent fundamentals. He gets low which opens him up better to jam.

* Possesses only average hands, despite having 6 career interceptions entering this season. His hand struggles are in terms of making a play on the ball to break up a pass.

* Because of his lacking size, Boykin struggles some in jump ball situations. He gives effort, but can be outreached.

* Appears to have good but not great playing speed to cover over the top.

* A very good tackler both in the run and pass game. Isn't simply a drag-down tackler.

* Many of the top prospects every year also do well on special teams. Boykin is no exception as he excels returning kicks. He's shown his elusiveness returning three kicks for 100 yards, an SEC record.