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Retrospective scouting report · Class of 2017R5 · #165
CB· Round 5

Jamal
Agnew.

Jamal Agnew, San Diego scouting portrait
Bomb Grade
49/100

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R5 · #165 · DET
02Scheme fit
Ideal system

The Detroit Lions' Cover 3-based defense, blending zone and man coverage principles, emphasizes strong safety play, disciplined cornerbacks who can tackle, and a pass rush that can generate pressure without constant blitzing.

Boundary CBNickel defenderSlot CBSpecial Teams Ace
Best role

As a rookie, Agnew could serve as a valuable special teams contributor and develop as a nickel or boundary corner, with the ceiling to become a reliable starter in coverage.

Wrong fit

Man-heavy schemes with high demands on press-man coverage outside, as his lean frame and limited play strength could be exploited.

Agnew's athleticism and cover skills are appealing for a zone-heavy system, but his thin build suggests a need for an isolated role early in his career.

07Athletic testing
Relative Athletic Score
8.11
/10 · official

Relative Athletic Score (Kent Lee Platte) benchmarks combine/pro-day numbers against every measured prospect at the position since 1987. 10.00 is elite; 5.00 is average.

06Athletic profilevs. CB on Big Board

— No athletic data recorded

08College production

No verified college season lines are available for this player from our statistical sources.

10In hindsight

Everything above is the pre-draft evaluation. This section is what actually happened — updated year over year.

Pro Bowls
1
All-Pro
1
Seasons
9
Career AV
19
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