Bigblue25 Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Nat Berhe NFL Draft 2014: Highlights, Scouting Report for New York Giants S Nat Berhe NFL Draft 2014: Highlights, Scouting Report for New York Giants SNam Y. Huh Ian Wharton Apr 11, 2014 Nat Berhe, S, San Diego State (HT: 510½; WT: 193 lbs) New York Giants Fifth Round: 152nd Pick Combine Weigh-In Height Weight Arm Hand 5'10 1/2" 193 30 1/2" 8 3/8" ESPN.com Combine Results 40-yard dash 10-yard split Vert Broad 3-Cone Shuttle 4.71 N/A 35.5" 9'8" 7.08 4.22 ESPN.com Positives Berhe was used in a variety of roles that showed his versatility. Between slot cornerback, single-high safety and in-the-box safety, Berhe brings value to a defense that needs a selfless player. His best plays came when he played zone while lined up as a slot cornerback. This position allowed him to read the quarterbacks eyes and decide to play the underneath receiver or backpedal and defend deeper routes. His efficiency in recognizing which route is the correct play is impressive, and this should translate to the NFL. Has good closing speed when hes running towards the line of scrimmage. His short-area burst allows him to break up passes on curl routes and comebacks. When hes in man coverage, Berhe shows a good trigger down, which is the transition from backpedaling to pivot, and following the receiver back to the ball. There are instances where he doesnt locate the ball quickly, but hes alert enough to play the hands of the receiver, at least giving him the chance to score a knockdown and force an incompletion. Very productive tackler throughout his career because he has good form and fundamentals. He can also knock the ball-carrier or receiver out from good, timed hits downfield. Reads running gaps at the line of scrimmage very effectively, almost like a linebacker. He gets a lot of his tackles near the line of scrimmage for that reason. Negatives Lacks the size and frame to be as much of an impact at the line of scrimmage as he was in college. He struggled bringing down bigger athletes, and the NFL features many players bigger than Berhe. His best long-term position is likely slot cornerback for a zone scheme. He reads quarterbacks' eyes well, but his speed is below average for a defensive back. Defensive coordinators will need to limit one-on-one opportunities for the offense to exploit his size and speed. Struggles tracking the ball in coverage because he focuses on the receiver throughout the play. Since he plays the hands of the receiver well, he might get a fair share of deflections, but he misses opportunities for interceptions. Gets grabby and will get called for pass interference penalties if he continues to fall behind receivers early in their routes. His technique and timing needs to improve. Will resort to holding when in coverage and he feels beaten. Due to his size in coverage, keeping him near the line of scrimmage or in a set zone could be his best fit. Collegiate Statistics Collegiate Statistics Year Team Tackles PD INT 2010 San Diego St 39 5 1 2011 San Diego St 67 7 2 2012 San Diego St 94 7 2 2013 San Diego St 99 6 0 http://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/players/nat-berhe-1.html Personal Notes Full name is Natneal Berhe. First-team All-Mountain West Conference in 2013 Graduating with a degree in public administration. Former 3-star recruit from Colton, Calif. Twitter handle is @NatBerhe. Ratings Chart Graph made by http://nces.ed.gov Overall Nat Berhe was a key contributor and on-the-field leader for San Diego State throughout his career. As he enters the NFL, he might have to switch full time to slot cornerback as he develops his coverage technique, but he should be able to stick around the league as a special teams and depth player. Draft Projection: Late Day 3 http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/2025328-nat-berhe-nfl-draft-2014-highlights-scouting-report-more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allstarjim Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Another team captain. Did we draft anyone this year who was NOT a team captain? Williams maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleedinBlue Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Another team captain. Did we draft anyone this year who was NOT a team captain? Williams maybe? Yeah, Bennett Jackson was also the team captain. We shouldn't have a problem with character issues with this crop and they are all natural leaders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishgutmartyr Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Shame he's on the small side. From what I saw of his highlights, he's got linebacker's instincts on playing the run. Might be an excellent gunner, though. We haven't really had a real good one since Tyree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleedinBlue Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 According to all I've read, he has a nasty disposition and plays angry. He doesn't tackle as much as he attacks like a lion after a gazelle. And he's pissed that he fell as far as he did and promised to "make the other teams pay" for leaving him on the board so long. Think Tyler Sash with a Ronnie Lott complex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleedinBlue Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Another team captain. Did we draft anyone this year who was NOT a team captain? Williams maybe? Yeah...Beckham and Williams were not team captains. Five out of the seven Picks are team captains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishgutmartyr Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 According to all I've read, he has a nasty disposition and plays angry. He doesn't tackle as much as he attacks like a lion after a gazelle. And he's pissed that he fell as far as he did and promised to "make the other teams pay" for leaving him on the board so long. Think Tyler Sash with a Ronnie Lott attitude. Noticed that as well--very good open field tackler, and hits hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sephiroth Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 I know its a highlight reel... but you've gotta like what you see on tape of this kid. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vdPQJR-vXv8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleedinBlue Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 I know its a highlight reel... but you've gotta like what you see on tape of this kid. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vdPQJR-vXv8 Judging by the film on him, he doesn't get fooled easily and he's like a heat seeking missile to the ball carrier. Seems like a team leader the way he is often calling out what the offense is lining up to do. Cuts on a dime to get to the guy with the ball. His reputation as a nasty tackler seems adequate. As long as he stays healthy, he should be a good player for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nas Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 I know its a highlight reel... but you've gotta like what you see on tape of this kid. Leading with the will draw a few flags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueInCanada Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Leading with the will draw a few flags. He can be coached. Besides I like when the secondary has a mean streak, makes the WRs less comfortable knowing someone is trying to take their head off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nas Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 He can be coached. Besides I like when the secondary has a mean streak, makes the WRs less comfortable knowing someone is trying to take their head off. Agreed I love his aggressiveness I just want him to tackle properly which can and can not be coached Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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