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Draft Scouting Report

Rating: 71.75 (Roster depth)
Pro Comparison: Darius Phillips
Summary

Jabbar Muhammad is a smaller outside cornerback who lacks ideal size for the boundary and doesn’t quite have the twitch or change-of-direction fluidity typically needed to thrive in the slot. His footwork and technique help him stay in phase when he anticipates routes, but his mirroring ability against intricate or in-breaking patterns is average, and faster receivers can stretch him vertically. Despite his size, Muhammad plays with aggression and awareness at the catch point, flashing quality ball skills. He’s a willing but inconsistent tackler, and while his man coverage background is clear, his overall athletic profile limits his schematic versatility. Still, his toughness and instincts give him a shot as a sub-package or depth contributor.

About
  • 2023-24: Two-time second-team all-conference (Pac-12 in 2023 and Big Ten in 2024)
  • 2023 (at Washington): Tied for team lead with three interceptions
Strengths
  • Aggressive and aware at the catch point with solid ball skills
  • Strong footwork and technique to stay in phase with anticipated routes
  • Toughness and instincts give him potential as a sub-package DB
Weaknesses
  • Lacks ideal size for boundary play and doesn’t have elite twitch or fluidity for the slot
  • Average mirroring skill in man coverage
  • Unreliable tackler
Combine Data
  • Bench press: 13 reps
  • Vertical jump: 29.5 inches
  • 20-yard shuttle run: 4.19 seconds
  • 3-cone drill: 7.01 seconds

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Player Bio

HT/WT: 5-9, 182 lbs
Birthplace: DeSoto, TX
Class: Senior