K E E N A N A L L E N
Name: Keenan Allen
School: California
Position: WR
Height: 6'2
Weight: 215 lbs
Projected Draft Spot: Top 20
2012 Stats: 61 Rec - 737 yards - 21.1 yards per catch - 7 TDs (1 rushing) in 9 Games
Scouting Report: Keenan began turning heads as soon as he enrolled at CAL. As a freshmen he snagged an impressive 46 catches for 409 yards and 5 TDs. He followed up his freshmen year by dominating the Pac-12 with a staggering 98 Recs for 1,342 yards and 6 TDs. Keenan saw his production dip a little his Junior year due to sub-par quarterback play.
He has emerged as one of the top 2013 WR prospects on many of the scout's draft boards.Allen posses many strong qualities that make him the cream of this years WR crop. His ability to elude defenders and break tackles after the catch is extremely impressive. He does an execptional job of controlling his body, positioning himself to make the catch, and isn't afraid to run over the middle. All these traits make CAL WR Keenan Allen the most complete WR in this year's draft class and a potential Top 20 pick.
Potential Landing Spots for Keenan Allen:
Mel Kiper (ESPN) - 22nd Pick - St. Louis Rams
Todd McShay (ESPN) - 27th Pick - Houston Texans
Daniel Jeremiah (NFL.com) - 25th Pick - Seattle Seahawks
Bucky Brooks (NFL.com) - 23rd Pick - Minnesota Vikings
Gil Brandt (NFL.com) - 22nd Pick - St. Louis Rams
Charles Davis (NFL.com) - 22nd pick - St. Louis Rams
Interview:
What is your biggest strength on the field?
I would have to say my overall knowledge of the game is my biggest strength on the field.
What is one area that you believe you need to improve on?
I could always improve on the fundamentals of the game and my blocking. Those are two things that i'm constantly aiming to better myself in.
Who is one NFL player that you would say you are similar to?
I would have to go with Baltimore Ravens WR Anquan Boldin.
What have you been doing in preparation for the NFL Combine?
I've been constantly training to prepare for the Combine. I've been really focusing on my speed, quickness off the ball, and just being a more explosive player. I've also been working hard on upper body strength to perform well in the bench press.
What are you shooting to run in the 40 yard dash at the NFL Combine?
I'm looking to run in the 4.4s
Who is the best CB you faced during your time at CAL?
Former Colorado CB Jimmy Smith (now with the Baltimore Ravens)
What are you going to do with your first NFL paycheck?
I haven't really thought about that yet. I'm probably just going save it and put it away in the bank
Keenan Allen 2012 Highlights
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