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Finding Broncos: Antonio Gibson, WR/RB, Memphis | How he Fits, Where he Goes

Finding Broncos scouts the 2020 NFL Draft class to find the best Mile High fits. What's the scoop on Antonio Gibson and how would he fit in Denver?
Finding Broncos: Antonio Gibson, WR/RB, Memphis | How he Fits, Where he Goes
Finding Broncos: Antonio Gibson, WR/RB, Memphis | How he Fits, Where he Goes

Measurements

Height: 6-foot-0 (31st percentile)

Weight: 228 (95th %)

Arms: 31-1/8 inches (25th %)

Hands: 8-5/8 inches (7th %)

Combine Results

40: 4.39 seconds (87th %)

Bench Press (225 lbs): 16 reps (64th %)

Vertical Jump: 35 inches (44th %)

Broad Jump: 118 inches (34th %)

Stats

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Pros

  • Explosive runner, receiver, & returner
  • Does well selling his routes
  • Has plenty of speed
  • Quick to gather for breaks
  • Knows how to find the open field with the ball
  • Very decisive with the ball in his hands
  • Has a good cut to get upfield on stretch runs
  • Can play all over on offense
  • Absorbs contact well enough
  • Seven touchdowns of 40-plus yards
  • Home-run threat

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Cons

  • One-year wonder
  • 34 rush attempts
  • Hips are a little tight
  • Needs to be more patient
  • Coming out of breaks is sluggish
  • Could be more disciplined
  • Very limited usage as a runner

Overview 

Antonio Gibson is a true offensive weapon that can play at running back, receiver, or returner and make an impact on a team. The issue is where to actually play him in the NFL. He has great traits for an RB but is lacking experience.

WR is probably the best option at the next level as Gibson runs good routes and you can scheme plays to get him the ball quickly and let him do damage from there. A team that will use him to the max and in multiple ways is going to really benefit from the traits he brings to the table.

Fit with Broncos

*See video above

Grade: No. 93 overall prospect

Where he Goes: Round 3

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Erick Trickel
ERICK TRICKEL

Erick Trickel is a senior editor at Denver Broncos On SI, with an emphasis on scouting and covering the NFL draft. Erick has been with the website since 2014 and co-hosts the Building The Broncos and Dove Valley Deep-Divers podcasts on Mile High Huddle.

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