Bengals add WR Josh Malone in 4th round
Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
The Cincinnati Bengals have selected wide receiver Josh Malone out of Tennessee in the fourth round (128th overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Josh Malone Bio
Position: WR
School: Tennessee
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 208 lbs.
Strengths
- Ideal frame for the next level.
- Great acceleration and top gear. Can stretch teams deep and tracks the ball well on vertical routes.
- Shifty for his size.
Weaknesses
- Needs to learn to use his size more effectively. Doesn't win enough contested balls. (ESPN)
- Route running can be sloppy. Footwork can be improved, especially off the line.
- Despite size, isn't as much of a threat in the red zone as you'd expect.
Combine Results
Event | Result |
---|---|
40-yd Dash | 4.40 sec |
Bench Press | 10 reps |
Vertical Jump | 30.5 inches |
Broad Jump | 121 inches |
3-Cone Drill | 7.05 sec |
20-yd Shuttle | 4.19 sec |
60-yd Shuttle | 11.77 sec |