The 2025 NFL offseason is here and that means it’s time for mock drafts, draft profiles and everything that goes with them. So without further ado, here’s one of many Draft Profiles for the 2025 NFL draft.
Jaylen Reed, S, Penn State
HT: 6’0
WT: 212 lbs
Accolades:
All-Big Ten honorable mention
Second-team All-Big Ten
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Pros:
Displays exceptional instincts when playing downhill, showing quick diagnosis skills and the ability to navigate through traffic while maintaining proper pursuit angles
Brings the thunder as a tackler despite average size, consistently wraps up and drives through contact with impressive functional strength in the box
Versatile chess piece who can legitimately line up at multiple spots – shows enough range for deep safety while bringing the lumber closer to the line
Natural feel for run fits and gap integrity when playing in the box – rarely gets caught out of position and maintains disciplined edge control
Accelerates through his tackles with excellent closing burst, showing the ability to break down quickly in space without sacrificing momentum
Film study shows consistent improvement in reading quarterback eyes and pattern matching – growing comfort in zone coverage concepts
High football IQ evident in pre-snap communication and alignment adjustments – often gets teammates in proper position
Special teams demon who brings same intensity to coverage units as defensive snaps – projects as immediate four-phase contributor
Cons:
Can be overaggressive attacking downhill, occasionally taking himself out of plays by committing too early to his initial read
Man coverage skills remain a work in progress – tight hips show up when forced to turn and run with more athletic tight ends and backs
Despite solid testing numbers, doesn’t consistently show elite range when working as a single-high safety in coverage
Could improve block shedding technique – tends to get stuck on blocks longer than ideal when working through traffic
Sometimes loses leverage pursuing outside runs – needs to maintain better outside shoulder discipline to force plays back inside
Summary:
Reed is a physical, versatile defensive back who can fill multiple roles and make an instant impact on special teams. As he develops into a defensive contributor, his ability to quickly diagnose plays and aggressively attack downhill will be valuable assets. Reed’s explosive contact, reliable tackling technique, and effectiveness in the box or as an overhang defender will serve him well at the next level.
Reed offers reliable value in the middle rounds, boasting a high floor as an immediate contributor with starter potential. While refining his coverage skills will be key to reaching his ceiling, his special teams expertise and versatility ensure a secure floor. He brings contagious energy, consistently making an impact and setting a physical tone that elevates both practice and game day intensity.
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