Eagles bolster secondary depth with Nathan Gerry
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The Philadelphia Eagles have selected safety Nathan Gerry out of Nebraska in the fifth round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Nathan Gerry Bio
Position: S
School: Nebraska
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-2
Weight: 218 lbs.
Strengths
- As tough as any safety in the class, willing to take on any running back.
- Takes smart angles to the ball with a good feel for speed versus space. (NFL)
- Is physical enough to guard tight ends with ease in pass coverage.
- One of the better run-stuffing safeties in the draft.
Weaknesses
- Lacks recovery speed once beaten off the break (Pro Football Focus)
- Limited athletically and will struggle to cover wide receivers.
- Range issues will keep him from being an effective centerfielder on a defense.
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yard Dash | 4.58 sec |
| Bench Press | 17 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 30.5 inches |
| Broad Jump | 122 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | N/A |
| 20-yard Shuttle | N/A |