Las Vegas has its eye on hard-hitting safety
Among the draft prospects the Las Vegas Raiders are bringing in for a pre-draft visit is reportedly East Carolina safety Julius Wood.
Let’s take a closer look at Wood:
Size:
6-1, 194 pounds.
2023 season:
The Columbus, Ohio product was a co-captain and all-conference performer. Led team in tackles.
Career highlights:
He had 24 starts in three seasons and led East Carolina in tackles the past two seasons.
Traits:
He’s a versatile player with good speed. He is a hard hitter and is a smart player. He seems ready for the pro game, through he needs to improve his coverage skills.
How he’d fit in with Raiders:
He is a physical player who had a lot of good skills that can translate to the NFL game. He seems like he’s a fit for Antonio Pierce’s locker room on and off the field.
What’s his draft range?
Wood projects as a third-day prospect who could be a good developmental player who could initially compete for playing time on special teams.
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