Hometown: Hopewell, Virginia
Evaluation
Speed—9/10,
Man Coverage—9/10
Zone Coverage—10/10
Run
Defense—10/10
Tackling—10/10
Overall—48/50
Pro player comparison: Harrison Smith
Historic player comparison: Rod Woodson
Projected draft position: 1st Round, Mid—Late 1st
Round (possible Top 10 pick pending Senior Bowl/ Combine /interviews)
Strengths—Four year starter, extensive experience, good size,
hard hitter, good in run support, rarely beaten over the top, instinctive feel
for the position, able to make INTs when necessary, strong leader of the back
end of the defense, versatility—his run support and hard-hitting mean he could
play FS or SS in a pinch
Weaknesses—Not a natural ball-hawk, will catch obvious INTs but
does not necessarily go up and get them, played on a strong defense surrounded
by other strong defensive players
Conclusion: Boyd is a good-sized safety with extensive
experience. He shows a strong desire to hit and move up in run support for a
Free Safety. He is extremely rangy and athletic. Although he may not be a
superstar, this is the type of safety that could start on Day 1 and become a
perennial Pro Bowler with some experience.
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