Redskins grab Haskins' former WR teammate McLaurin

The Washington Redskins selected wide receiver Terry McLaurin out of Ohio State in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 76th overall.

McLaurin reunites with the Redskins' first-round pick, quarterback Dwayne Haskins, who set Big Ten records last year in part due to the receiver's blazing speed.

While the senior only managed 701 yards in his final season with the Buckeyes, he averaged an eye-popping 20 yards per catch. McLaurin joins a receiving corps that's headlined by Josh Doctson and Paul Richardson but is significantly lacking in depth.

Prospect profile

School: Ohio State
Height: 6-0
Weight: 208 lbs

Strengths

• Excellent route runner with a combination of toughness and lightning-quick feet
• In control of body and feet along sideline
• Fantastic release off line of scrimmage
• Tracks ball well and adjusts to throws
• Excellent pre-draft process - shined at combine and Pro Day
• Blazing speed (ran 40-yard dash in 4.35 seconds)
• Ability to dominate press coverage
• Plenty of special teams experience
• Uses body well to shield defensive backs

Weaknesses

• Wasn't top target in a balanced Buckeyes offense - career-high 701 yards in 2018
• Burst/acceleration doesn't stand out
• Below-average catch radius
• Doesn't make defenders miss after catch

Bottom line

McLaurin is a fascinating prospect who has seen his draft stock soar in recent months. He wasn't overly productive at Ohio State but flashed excellent route-running abilities and is a legitimate deep threat. McLaurin isn't the biggest receiver, but high quick feet, deep speed, and ability to track the ball translates extremely well in the pros. He could find instant success as a Z receiver (lining up off the line of scrimmage) on a team that utilizes his skill set.