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2024 NFL Draft Scouting Report: USC WR Tahj Washington

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From now until the 2024 NFL Draft takes place, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top 10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections and priority undrafted free agents. Today, a scouting report on USC WR Tahj Washington.

#16 TAHJ WASHINGTON/WR USC – 5096, 174 pounds (REDSHIRT SENIOR)

NFL Scouting Combine Participant

MEASUREMENTS

Player Ht/Wt Hand Size Arm Length Wingspan
Tahj Washington 5096/174 8 3/8 29 1/8 70
40-Yard Dash 10-Yard Dash Short Shuttle 3-Cone
N/A N/A N/A N/A
Broad Jump Vertical Bench Press
10’2’’ 35 N/A

THE GOOD

– Gets off the line quickly
– Reliable hands
– Catches the ball well in traffic
– Plays bigger than his size
– Good blocker, even on the outside
– Great runner in the open field
– Change of speed
– Experience as a kick returner

THE BAD

– Release against press coverage
– Explosiveness out of cuts
– Lacks separation on routes
– Lacks the size to stand a chance in contested situations
– Game speed is not ideal

BIO

– Turns 23 in May
– 45 starts in 54 games for Memphis and USC
– Career stats: 209 receptions, 3,224 yards, 15.