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Originally Posted by loochy
So what kind of receiver is Jenkins? 6'0 and 200 looks kind of small - so is he a speed burner guy?
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Jenkins NFL Pre-draft analysis:
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Jenkins was a two-year starter at Illinois (while also starting four games over his first two years) for the now-departed Ron Zook and has the speed to take the top off of defenses in the NFL. He separates well when running with defenders and is good in securing the catch. He has shown a good amount of production and has fifth-round value at the next level if he can continue to get open the way he did in the Big Ten.
Analysis
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Strengths
Jenkins is quick off the ball and gets to top speed quickly. If he gets a free release, he can be tough for corners to stay with initially. He has ability to separate when necessary and is very fluid throughout his routes. His body is strikingly under control throughout, and he has good balance if corners try to push into his hips in-phase. Jenkins is willing to go across the middle and always reaches out to pluck the ball. He is effective both long and deep but is less of a threat after the catch as he is running his routes.
Weaknesses
At the line, Jenkins initiates a hard step in, then back out, as his go-to move to release off the line, and corners can see it coming at times and get their hands in his chest to throw him off. He is a smooth runner, but he will take plays off and doesn't seem to run every route as hard as the next.
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Baldwin's Pre-Draft NFL Analysis:
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Overview
Baldwin is giant wide receiver that has the potential to develop into a starter at the next level. He is a speed builder that can get behind defensive backs and he quickly finds the ball in the air. He is a weapon over the middle, as he has strong reliable hands and the body control to make acrobatic catches in traffic. He is dangerous after the catch as he can run away from linebackers and over defensive backs. Baldwin has to refine his route running skills, but he could sneak into the first round due to his freakish measurables.
Analysis
Strengths
Baldwin is a huge receiver with deceptive speed. Long strider that can stretch the field and shows the ability to consistently track the ball in the air. Possesses excellent hands and high points the ball very well. Strong runner after the catch that breaks arm tackles and flashes a vicious stiff arm. Fearless over the middle.
Weaknesses
Sloppy route runner that struggles to separate from quicker defensive backs. Takes too many false steps in transition and does not always find soft spots in zone coverage. Does not have enough wiggle to make defenders miss in the open field. Not exactly a willing run blocker and will occasionally take plays off.
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Jenkins vs. Baldwin (NFL Combine measurements):
Baldwin:
Jenkins:
Height: 6'4"
6'0"
Weight: 228
190
Arm: 33 5/8"
32 3/4"
Hand: 10 1/8"
9 1/2"
40: 4.50
4.39
Bench: 20
12
Vertical: 42
38.5
Broad: 129"
124"
Summary of trade:
Jenkins doesn't provide much in the way of blocking in the open field against NFL defenders which is needed when Kaepernick freelances with his legs. Baldwin can't run routes, which is needed above all other things in the Edwards West Coast system. Both have underperformed after being first round draft choices and both teams are hoping that a change of system will allow the players to reach their first round potential.
A good trade for both teams.