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Redskins take S Montae Nicholson in 4th round

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The Washington Redskins have selected safety Montae Nicholson out of Michigan State in the fourth round (123rd overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft.

Montae Nicholson Bio

Position: S
School: Michigan State
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-1
Weight: 212 lbs.

Strengths

  • Prototypical speed and body for an NFL safety.
  • Reads the game well and anticipates routes.
  • Excellent athlete that can make great plays at the catch point.

Weaknesses

  • Aggression doesn't match his elite size for the position.
  • Rarely imposes will when making hits. (NFL)
  • Misses a high number of tackles and loses track of where he is on the field.

Combine Results

Event Result
40-yd Dash 4.42 sec
Bench Press N/A
Vertical Jump 35 inches
Broad Jump 125 inches
3-Cone Drill N/A
20-yd Shuttle N/A

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