Ravens grab CB Tavon Young in 4th round

The Baltimore Ravens have selected cornerback Tavon Young out of Temple in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Young was a star for a smothering Temple defense in 2015, registering 41 tackles and seven pass breakups.

Adding a player with Young's potential to one of the league's best secondaries is a quality depth move by general manager Ozzie Newsome and the Ravens.

Tavon Young Bio

Position: CB
School: Temple
College Experience: Senior
Height: 5-9
Weight: 183 lbs.

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Strengths

• Decent closing speed makes up for some of his errors at the line of scrimmage.
• Displays good ball skills and will try to record a turnover whenever the ball is in his vicinity.
• Will often get overpowered, but shows a willingness to help out in run coverage and won't shy away from contact.

Weaknesses

• Undersized for the professional game and will be picked on by larger wide receivers.
• Doesn't possess great straight-line speed for a player his size, and will need to rely on instincts at the professional level.
• Resorts to grabbing opponents if he gets beat off the line or overpowered, and will be a magnet for penalties in the NFL.
• Needs to improve footwork and decision-making, as he'll often get caught out of position.

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