NFL Combine exposed one flaw in Georgia’s wide receiver room

The NFL Combine has come and gone and there were many Bulldogs who made a big impression during the most important workout of their lives. One of those players who shined the most was wide receiver Colbie Young.

Young made an impression all across the field, but it was his measurements that really stood out. Georgia had him listed at 6-3 all season, but upon his arrival the NFL found out he is actually 6-5. That flaw as a result could turn out to be a good thing for Young as those two extra inches could go long a way in helping him get drafted.

Georgia's simple roster mistake could benefit Colbie Young in the NFL Draft

Young didn't have the best stats last season, but a lot of that had to do with injury. He only recorded 26 receptions, 358 yards and one touchdown, but when he was healthy and playing he was a force to be reckoned with.

Young shined the most when used in jump ball scenarios. He didn't have the ability to regularly beat defensive backs with his route running and speed like Zachariah Branch, but Gunner Stockton could just throw the ball his direction and there was a good chance he would come down with it.

His height and jumping ability stood out at the NFL Combine which led to the following write up after the Combine.

“Young’s athletic traits, play strength and ball skills stand out, but missed games have limited his production,” Lance Zierlein said via nfl.com. “Teams will need to examine his 2024 arrest and suspension. On tape, he uses his size, muscle and catch radius to beat cornerbacks in tight quarters and above the rim. His speed and separation are average, so he’ll likely see a higher number of contested battles. His route-running needs work, but he’s a nightmare for cornerbacks to bring down after the catch. Young has talent to work with and -- provided teams are comfortable after their character evaluation -- has a chance to be more productive in the pros.”

Yonug's injury last season and legal troubles from the year before are hurting his draft stock, but his size and playmaking ability are making up for that. So the fact that he is actually 6-5 instead of 6-3 is very significant because that will help sell NFL teams on his ability to make contested catches in the league as well.

Young is projected to be selected somewhere in the fourth or fifth round, but whichever teams picks him will get a big body who can make contested catches over any defender in the league.