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STRENGTHS Very good size. Shows a jab step to get into routes cleanly and is equipped to combat the jam. Can use his frame and physicality to create separation on slants and "post-up" throws (strength was evidenced by bench-pressing 225 pounds 23 times at the combine, leading all receivers and besting some linemen). Nice catch radius -- extends to snag throws off his body. Soft, dependable hands. Nice strength after the catch. Good blocker -- subdues cornerbacks, shields, stalks and sustains. Improved steadily over three years as a starter.
WEAKNESSES Is high-cut and shows some lower-body stiffness in his route running. Average burst off the line. Not a quick-twitch athlete -- could struggle to shake loose from more athletic corners. Lacks foot speed to separate vertically. Is straightlinish after the catch and will not make anyone miss. Marginal special-teams utility. Football was not his first love.
DRAFT PROJECTION Rounds 4-5
BOTTOM LINE A prep basketball standout, Latimer is a well-built, sure-handed, West Coast possession receiver whose hardwood background is evident in his leaping ability, body control and hand-eye coordination. Lacks ideal explosiveness, gear change and flexibility. Could be effective running slants and making contested catches to beat zone coverage and succeed in the red zone. Has a ceiling as a No. 3.
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Hes got talent, and wasnt exactly saddled with great talent at QB in Denver the past few years and probably had zero chance for legit playing time with Thomas and Sanders there. Can return kicks.
had surgery to repair a broken foot on January 19, and ran a 4.39 forty about two months later at his pro day. But his lack of quick twitch has apparently made it difficult for him to separate from defenders. Nice depth signing at WR, and plays STs.
Good special teams player. The Giants 4-5th WRs have been giving them nothing on special teams lately with Harris seemingly always injured.
Latimer was likely over drafted in 2014, largely due to his off the charts athleticism. He didn't have the nuances of the WR position to contribute regularly in the NFL. 4.39 speed is a great asset, but when you don't yet have NFL caliber route running skills, your 4.39 straight line speed is easily neutralized. He started to produce a bit for Denver last year, so the Giants might be getting him at his most productive.
He's a quality special teams player, probably hungry to prove himself, and a big athletic body. He's coming to a position coach he knows well, and he has some experience returning kicks. Good signing to fill the back end of the WR depth chart with talent that can contribute in multiple ways.
When the season ended, I figured we’d cut Marshall so I began looking at FA vets who wouldn’t be too pricy. I loved Latimer and Donte Montcrief as guys who would complement Odell on the other side.
Both guys have underperformed (Latimer especially), but he looked to have turned the corner last year after finally getting some real playing time. He’s got the athletic tools, works hard and at 25, his upside is huge.
Worst case scenario, we just landed a special teams ace who can play wideout when we’re in a pinch. Best case scenario, he builds on the flashes he began showing during the second half of the year. Great low risk, high reward signing. Props to Gettleman.
Really nice guy. I think he is very hungry to prove himself and will be a great addition to the team.
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I really love this signing. He really didn't have much of an opportunity in Denver buried behind Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders, while also dealing with the Semian-Lynch-Osweiler QB trio. I think this is a great risk-reward signing. Could end up being a real find as a complimentary receiver on the boundary across from OBJ.
Wouldn't be so sure of that at least as far as WR goes. Lewis had more catches last year than this guy has had in 4 years. This is purely a ST signing IMO. Emergency WR ala Harris.
He is an ace on specials and is finally putting it together at his position. Good competition with upside. I can see him taking Lewis's spot on the roster.
Cody is a natural #2 receiver with the ability to move the chains because of his size, strength, strong hands and the fact that he will catch the ball in traffic. Those same qualities will also make him a big target in the red zone also. Cody is excellent at getting free on double moves, but to go to the next level and to use the long speed that he has in the middle of the field, Cody will have to learn the tricks of the trade. He will need to work every route on the route tree to become a consistent deep threat and #1 receiver. Cody will have to learn how to use his hands against single coverage as well as how to engage and use a swim move to get inside a corner. He will have to learn to raise his elbows in tight coverage down the field to throw a cornerback off balance at just the right time in order to gain separation and catch the ball. Cody will have to become one of those receivers you throw the ball to when he is not open because once the ball is in the air he will become open. Cody will have to learn the art of pushing off and not getting a penalty. That means he has to learn about his opponent and go through the league a few times to learn how the referees will make calls against him. This takes time, but while he is learning, he still can be very productive and dangerous for smaller corners to cover. He will move the chains against zone coverage and be a weapon in the red zone catching touchdowns.
WR coach knows him, and Peyton knows him so Eli will in turn know something about him.
Some physical tools, some experience, didn't cost a lot.
May have shot up the draft scale prematurely. Remember, guys aren't busts because they fake their way up the charts. Someone got it - wrong, which in turn put unrealistic expectations on him.
Don't understand the bitching, wait yeah I do...BBI
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He has some KR experience and looks to be a solid gunner.
Looking like it. This is as much or more a ST signing than WR.
Maybe both?
We can hope. I'm not banking on Marshall seeing opening day here so there's certainly a need for a big body on the perimeter. Hopefully this turns into a two birds situation and he realizes that potential at WR, filling both needs.
Beat writers noting Tyke Tolbert coached Latimer in DEN so knows him well.
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So MAYBE they're giving him the chance and Brandon Marshall is gone? Younger more 'upside' or at least longer upside?
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so I'll shut down my thread.
Beat writers noting Tyke Tolbert coached Latimer in DEN so knows him well.
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TBH, I waited about 3 minutes and nobody posted so I finally decided to post.
Yeah, but your post was a weak-sauce, Lazy-Mort effort. No linky or nada! Gonna let you have this one. Just this once.
STRENGTHS Very good size. Shows a jab step to get into routes cleanly and is equipped to combat the jam. Can use his frame and physicality to create separation on slants and "post-up" throws (strength was evidenced by bench-pressing 225 pounds 23 times at the combine, leading all receivers and besting some linemen). Nice catch radius -- extends to snag throws off his body. Soft, dependable hands. Nice strength after the catch. Good blocker -- subdues cornerbacks, shields, stalks and sustains. Improved steadily over three years as a starter.
WEAKNESSES Is high-cut and shows some lower-body stiffness in his route running. Average burst off the line. Not a quick-twitch athlete -- could struggle to shake loose from more athletic corners. Lacks foot speed to separate vertically. Is straightlinish after the catch and will not make anyone miss. Marginal special-teams utility. Football was not his first love.
DRAFT PROJECTION Rounds 4-5
BOTTOM LINE A prep basketball standout, Latimer is a well-built, sure-handed, West Coast possession receiver whose hardwood background is evident in his leaping ability, body control and hand-eye coordination. Lacks ideal explosiveness, gear change and flexibility. Could be effective running slants and making contested catches to beat zone coverage and succeed in the red zone. Has a ceiling as a No. 3.
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so I'll shut down my thread.
Beat writers noting Tyke Tolbert coached Latimer in DEN so knows him well.
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TBH, I waited about 3 minutes and nobody posted so I finally decided to post.
Yeah, but your post was a weak-sauce, Lazy-Mort effort. No linky or nada! Gonna let you have this one. Just this once.
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but has really good size. Could be an interesting add if the light ever turns on.
So MAYBE they're giving him the chance and Brandon Marshall is gone? Younger more 'upside' or at least longer upside?
Could be. In the off-chance they like him it could free up cap and make way for a hungry player trying to prove he still belongs in the league.
Would be nice if once of these moves panned out.
I just busted out laughing. Well done sir
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but has really good size. Could be an interesting add if the light ever turns on.
So MAYBE they're giving him the chance and Brandon Marshall is gone? Younger more 'upside' or at least longer upside?
Latimer plays specials. Marshall does not and cheaper we assume
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Some folks loved this guy in the draft a couple years back iirc
Looking like it. This is as much or more a ST signing than WR.
Latimer was likely over drafted in 2014, largely due to his off the charts athleticism. He didn't have the nuances of the WR position to contribute regularly in the NFL. 4.39 speed is a great asset, but when you don't yet have NFL caliber route running skills, your 4.39 straight line speed is easily neutralized. He started to produce a bit for Denver last year, so the Giants might be getting him at his most productive.
He's a quality special teams player, probably hungry to prove himself, and a big athletic body. He's coming to a position coach he knows well, and he has some experience returning kicks. Good signing to fill the back end of the WR depth chart with talent that can contribute in multiple ways.
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He has some KR experience and looks to be a solid gunner.
Looking like it. This is as much or more a ST signing than WR.
Maybe both?
When the season ended, I figured we’d cut Marshall so I began looking at FA vets who wouldn’t be too pricy. I loved Latimer and Donte Montcrief as guys who would complement Odell on the other side.
Both guys have underperformed (Latimer especially), but he looked to have turned the corner last year after finally getting some real playing time. He’s got the athletic tools, works hard and at 25, his upside is huge.
Worst case scenario, we just landed a special teams ace who can play wideout when we’re in a pinch. Best case scenario, he builds on the flashes he began showing during the second half of the year. Great low risk, high reward signing. Props to Gettleman.
What do you do for a living?
I really love this signing. He really didn't have much of an opportunity in Denver buried behind Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders, while also dealing with the Semian-Lynch-Osweiler QB trio. I think this is a great risk-reward signing. Could end up being a real find as a complimentary receiver on the boundary across from OBJ.
He has some KR experience and looks to be a solid gunner.
Looking like it. This is as much or more a ST signing than WR.
We can only hope.
DG loves big split ends.. There's more potential here than people think.
Wouldn't be so sure of that at least as far as WR goes. Lewis had more catches last year than this guy has had in 4 years. This is purely a ST signing IMO. Emergency WR ala Harris.
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Some physical tools, some experience, didn't cost a lot.
May have shot up the draft scale prematurely. Remember, guys aren't busts because they fake their way up the charts. Someone got it - wrong, which in turn put unrealistic expectations on him.
Don't understand the bitching, wait yeah I do...BBI
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He has some KR experience and looks to be a solid gunner.
Looking like it. This is as much or more a ST signing than WR.
Maybe both?
We can hope. I'm not banking on Marshall seeing opening day here so there's certainly a need for a big body on the perimeter. Hopefully this turns into a two birds situation and he realizes that potential at WR, filling both needs.