Emanuel Hall WR, Missouri

krizay · 2019-02-26T15:50:40-08:00

This is my guy. The video here doesn't do him much justice (neither does Lock TBH). As it mainly just shows most of his deep routes. This season he showed that he's more than just that. As I stated in other threads he reminds me of Pettis' feet though not quite as polished as Pettis running routes. While also having Goodwin kind of speed. Though maybe not quite as fast as Goodwin. IMO he fits pretty seamlessly into Shanny's system. While he isn't that big body guy. His release and route running along with pettis' I think is good enough in the redzone when coupled with Kittle. ANALYST'S REPORTSLedyard Separation Quickness - Explosive mover who can alter his course in the blink of an eye. Capable of pressing vertically and then snapping off his route underneath to create separation. Feet are explosive into his breaks and possesses the extra gear to separate late in the rep. Burst is evident off the line of scrimmage and at the top of his routes. Ball Skills - Has shown the ability to make tough adjustments on back shoulder throws. Hands are inconsistent and will drop/double-catch some passes, which is a concern. Drop rate is down significantly this season however, and will high-point the football and finish away from his frame. Competes for the ball and is not passive at the catch point. Speed/Burst - Easy speed and acceleration off the line of scrimmage and into his patterns. Demolishes cushions with long strides. Can threaten with speed off the snap and down the field with the ball in the air, flashing a second gear to detach and finish vertically. Has made a living running away from corners in the SEC, but also means he has to test really well in 40 to maximize his best trait. Route-Running - All the tools are there, but this is definitely an area of Hall's game that can still improve. Can stand to do a better job of working the corner's blind spot when he opens them up with his speed. Has improved this season at stepping on corner's toes and exploding into his break. Limited in his route tree in Missouri's old Air Raid offense, ran vast majority of his routes on a linear plane. As a vertical route runner, understands how to stack corners and uses his hands expertly to ward off contact and create space. Contested Catch - This is not where Hall has made his living in college, but he does have an impressive vertical and has flashed the ability to win through contact. As a whole, not a situation his suspect hands and lithe frame project to thrive in, and he'll allow defensive backs to work through his frame on underneath routes at times. Still, his length, athleticism and fluid adjustments to the ball down the field will allow him to be competent enough in this role to survive in the NFL. YAC - Not given a ton of manufactured touches to make an impact after the catch in Missouri's offense until this season, but has shown excellent elusiveness in limited opportunities to make the first man miss and pick up extra yards. Not going to break many tackles or be super dynamic in the open field, but will put his shoulder down and maximize every touch. Releases - One of the best aspects of Hall's game. Varies his releases, featuring stutter, stretch and swim releases to manipulate defensive backs at the line of scrimmage and stack them quickly on vertical routes. Lightning quick feet with little wasted movement or steps. Forces defenders to open prematurely which allows for early separation. Excellent hand usage and typically fights through the jams of even bigger corners, although fair to wonder if his slight frame will hold up as easily against NFL press coverage. Blocking - Not featured as a blocker very often. Mostly charged with running off corners on the outside on rushing plays. Shows good effort and physicality when he does block. Frame isn't particularly imposing when projecting him to a blocking role in the NFL. Competitive Toughness - Mental makeup has been praised often. Plays tough and physical at all times, showing good effort and competitive fire. No concerns evident in this area on tape. Athleticism/Size - Should test at an all-around extremely high level. Athleticism is a major strength, as is his length, but may need to pack on some muscle for the NFL. Listed at 200, may be closer to a slender 195. BEST TRAIT - Speed WORST TRAIT - Hands RED FLAGS - Has had some nagging injuries over the course of his career - shoulder, hamstring, groin - but nothing serious enough to raise major concerns. In a draft class with a ton of towering wide receivers that need to prove their speed and athleticism at the Combine, Hall will simply be checking a box we all expect him to. His burst, speed and second gear with the ball in the air give him a clear trump card as a vertical threat immediately in the NFL, especially due to his ability to beat press coverage off the line of scrimmage. Hall isn't super well-rounded yet, and contested catches and a fully dynamic route tree may never be his calling cards, but he has the ability to be more than just a one-trick pony in the NFL too. If he can keep the drops under control, Hall could be an important day two pick for a team in need of a big play threat.

Feb 26, 2019 at 4:19 PM

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Thanks for throwing this up...I just started watching what I could of him.

Love his feet and get-off. Hands aren't amazing and route-running is just okay.

That speed though

[ Edited by NYniner85 on Feb 26, 2019 at 4:34 PM ]

Feb 26, 2019 at 4:27 PM

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Emanuel Hall out here making cornerbacks look silly. -CS pic.twitter.com/m9BKgblK1V
— Scouts Elite NFL (@ScoutsEliteNFL) January 22, 2019

Feb 26, 2019 at 4:32 PM

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Emanuel Hall can move!!! Wow pic.twitter.com/cbbNyyu5FJ
— Cover 1 (@Cover_1_) December 29, 2017

Feb 26, 2019 at 9:57 PM

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Hes everything Torrey Smith wished he could be.

Feb 26, 2019 at 10:10 PM

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Originally posted by adrianlesnar:
Hes everything Torrey Smith wished he could be.

Torrey smith on Baltimore was a problem, but I agree, this kid has great potential, the more I watch of each WR i think this class is special, no surfire number 1 but a lot of great potential..

Feb 27, 2019 at 12:02 AM

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His height measurement will be big imo. He doesn't look 6'3" but if he can come close to that

Feb 27, 2019 at 5:52 PM

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Originally posted by 49ers808:
His height measurement will be big imo. He doesn't look 6'3" but if he can come close to that

I don't think his height matters much. Sure, I don't want him to be 5'9", but he doesn't win in a way that requires height. He has a great release, should have the ability to improve his route running based on his foot speed and football IQ, and has long speed for days. Improve his hands, and we've got a real weapon.

[ Edited by adrianlesnar on Feb 27, 2019 at 5:52 PM ]

Feb 27, 2019 at 6:11 PM

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Originally posted by adrianlesnar:
I don't think his height matters much. Sure, I don't want him to be 5'9", but he doesn't win in a way that requires height. He has a great release, should have the ability to improve his route running based on his foot speed and football IQ, and has long speed for days. Improve his hands, and we've got a real weapon.

This

Feb 27, 2019 at 8:02 PM

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Originally posted by krizay:
Originally posted by adrianlesnar:
I don't think his height matters much. Sure, I don't want him to be 5'9", but he doesn't win in a way that requires height. He has a great release, should have the ability to improve his route running based on his foot speed and football IQ, and has long speed for days. Improve his hands, and we've got a real weapon.

This

Agreed. I still like Riley Ridley myself

Feb 27, 2019 at 10:46 PM

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Originally posted by adrianlesnar:
I don't think his height matters much. Sure, I don't want him to be 5'9", but he doesn't win in a way that requires height. He has a great release, should have the ability to improve his route running based on his foot speed and football IQ, and has long speed for days. Improve his hands, and we've got a real weapon.

Sure it doesn't matter much, but it sure as hell doesn't hurt either. With all those qualities you mentioned, you add 6'3" to that equation and it might put him above some of the other guys. The combine is a height weight speed meat market

Feb 28, 2019 at 5:49 AM

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Originally posted by 49ers808:
Sure it doesn't matter much, but it sure as hell doesn't hurt either. With all those qualities you mentioned, you add 6'3" to that equation and it might put him above some of the other guys. The combine is a height weight speed meat market

But if the player doesn't play to his height. Or play to his weight/strength. Or play to his speed. Does any of their combine H/W/S numbers really matter?

Feb 28, 2019 at 7:36 AM

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#NFLCombine key measurements thread…

134. #Missouri WR Emanuel Hall
Height: 6-1 7/8
Weight: 201
Hand: 9 6/8
Arm: 33 2/8
Wingspan: 79 3/8
— Charles Robinson (@CharlesRobinson) February 28, 2019

Really good size. Eager to see how he does in drills

Feb 28, 2019 at 4:03 PM

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Originally posted by krizay:
Originally posted by 49ers808:
Sure it doesn't matter much, but it sure as hell doesn't hurt either. With all those qualities you mentioned, you add 6'3" to that equation and it might put him above some of the other guys. The combine is a height weight speed meat market

But if the player doesn't play to his height. Or play to his weight/strength. Or play to his speed. Does any of their combine H/W/S numbers really matter?

If that was the case you wouldn't have made this thread. The play is always what matters most. What don't you understand about me saying his height in particular, weight and speed can add value? Do you disagree with that? He was listed at 6'3", measured in today at 6'1 close to 6'2, do you think that's better than him measuring in at what he was listed at 6'3" in terms of value?

Feb 28, 2019 at 4:28 PM

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Originally posted by 49ers808:
If that was the case you wouldn't have made this thread. The play is always what matters most. What don't you understand about me saying his height in particular, weight and speed can add value? Do you disagree with that? He was listed at 6'3", measured in today at 6'1 close to 6'2, do you think that's better than him measuring in at what he was listed at 6'3" in terms of value?

I obviously like Hall. Im all in on him. But he didn't necessarily play up to his 6'2 size. So him being 6'2 shouldn't really add much value.

My comments were in general. Not just in relation to Hall. A lot of players dont play up to his Size/speed. And their attributes in those cases too shouldn't add value.