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Carnell Tate

WROhio State#3 OverallComp: Cooper Kupp
Height: 6-2Weight: 192 lbs40-yard: 4.53s
92/ 100
Scout Grade

Elite WR from Ohio State who wins with technique, route running and contested-catch ability. Pro-ready WR1 with a range starting at #5 overall per Daniel Jeremiah.

Strengths

  • Elite contested-catch ability and body control
  • Advanced route running and ability to sit in zones
  • Pro-ready hands and YAC toughness

Concerns

  • Not a burner -- 4.53 forty will not win on go routes
  • Needs a QB who trusts him in traffic

Best Draft Fits

Cleveland Browns (#6 or #24) -- desperately need weapons
New York Jets (#2 or #16) -- WR-hungry with capital
Los Angeles Rams (#13) -- McVay loves possession receivers

Cooper Kupp -- wins every snap with craft at every level of the route tree.

2025 Season
2025: 68 rec, 1,102 yds, 9 TD. National Champion at Ohio State.

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