Finding Broncos: Kyle Hamilton | S | Notre Dame
Measurements
- Height: 6-foot-4
- Weight: 220 pounds
- Arms: 33 inches
- Hands: 9-1/8 inches
Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.59 seconds
- Vertical Jump: 38 inches
- Broad Jump: 131 inches
- 3-Cone Drill: 6.9
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.32
Stats
Pros
- Has the height, weight, and speed to be whatever a team needs him to be.
- Can work in any scheme and play multiple roles and positions.
- A brutal force in the middle of the field.
- Quick to trigger downhill against the run, bringing plenty of force.
- More than willing to throw his body weight around.
- Has a high football IQ, plays with an excellent tempo, and is well-known for his physicality.
- Can handle covering tight ends and running backs in coverage and, with some improvements, can play the nickel against bigger receivers.
- A force at the catch point because of his length and physicality.
- A great tackler. The few missed tackles he has can be cleaned up.
- Can work in the box and still thrive.
- Does a great job reading the QB and getting himself in a position to make a play.
- Does an excellent job of avoiding penalties, despite his aggressive nature.
- Jack of all trades applies, but he is also a master of a lot.
- Excellent range, and he covers ground with good speed.
- Has good ball skills that he displayed during this last season.
- Can do everything, but he is also willing to do whatever is asked, including working on special teams.
Cons
- There are some hiccups with his change of direction due to his height.
- Has to lower his pad level when he wraps up tackle.
- There were some issues in the open field, either bad angles or missed tackles, leading to big plays for the opponent.
- Has to improve his recognition of passing concepts and speed up that processor.
- Shifty route runners can get him spun around at times.
- His balance is hit or miss.
- Could be trusted more working in the slot in the NFL if he had more short-area burst.
Overview
Kyle Hamilton is an exceptional talent. While no one knows how he will pan out in the NFL, he has the traits and talent that make you think "future Hall-of-Fame player" when watching his tape. He is exceptional and has everything NFL teams are looking for in a modern safety.
Hamilton's tape isn't perfect, but he has the traits to overcome the concerns. He is the ultimate team player that coaches will love with all the physical characteristics scouts will covet. There isn't much debate about his talent and potential among NFL teams. Hamilton will go early in the draft, and it is just a question as to how early.
Fit with Broncos
It would be a tremendous move for the secondary if the Denver Broncos could land Hamilton. Justin Simmons and Hamilton would make a fantastic duo and would give the Broncos Caden Sterns as the third safety. There would be a lot of versatility and range that quarterbacks would have issues with pre-snap.
The only problem with that is, Denver doesn't pick until the final selection in the second round. If Hamilton somehow manages to fall that far, it'll be due to severe medical or character red flags last-minute, making it even more doubtful. So, unfortunately, Denver being able to add Hamilton is a pipe dream unless GM George Paton wanted to sell the farm to trade up.
Don't count on it.
Grade: Top-ranked player
Where he Goes: Top-5
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