CB Quandre Diggs Round 6 Pick 200

Scouting Reports:

Texas Profile Page:   http://texassports.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5133

NFL.com:   http://www.nfl.com/draft/2015/profiles/quandre-diggs?id=2552262

CBS:   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1824891/quandre-diggs

NFL Draft Scout:   http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=119390&draftyear=2015&genpos=CB

Walterfootball:   http://walterfootball.com/scoutingreport2015qdiggs.php

Scouting report on new Detroit Lions CB Quandre Diggs:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/16950/a-scouting-report-on-new-detroit-lions-cb-quandre-diggs

Video - 2015 Draft profile: WR Stefon Diggs , Maryland:  http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-draft/0ap3000000484903/2015-Draft-profile-WR-Stefon-Diggs-Maryland

Draft Insider (Quandre Diggs - (School: Texas, Position: CB): Bio: Four-year starter awarded all-conference honors as a senior. Senior totals included 73 tackles, 3 INTs and 5 PBUs. Freshman numbers included 4 INTs and 15 PBUs. Positive: Instinctive, fundamentally sound cornerback with poor size/speed numbers. Smooth backpedaling, locates passes in the air and competes to defend the throw. Remains disciplined with coverage assignments, displays good route recognition in zone and willingly defends the run. Negative: Slow transitioning to run with opponents off the line. One-speed cornerback who lacks a downfield burst. Average closing speed. Analysis: Diggs was consistent on the college field and is not prone to mental breakdowns but comes with physical limitations, which may limit him to dime packages at the next level.):  http://www.draftinsider.net/reports/2015/CB

Pre Draft Visits (Quandre Diggs, Cb, Texas: 49ers (Sr), Ravens (Com), Vikings (Com)):   http://walterfootball.com/ProspectMeetings/ByProspect

Post Draft Articles:

What you see is what you get with Quandre Diggs (5-14-15):  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/What-you-see-is-what-you-get-with-Quandre-Diggs/83caa8ba-a417-4e0d-9482-979578297138

Lions' Diggs prepared for battle at nickel back (5-13-15):   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/05/13/lions-rookie-diggs-prepared-battle-nickel-back/27280073/

Caldwell's comments from Day 3 of rookie minicamp (On CB Quandre Diggs' intensity and how it plays out on the field: "What you see with him is what you get. Pretty intense guy. Always seems like he's got something to prove. Tough, hard-nosed, and yeah, I think that does indeed resonate with his personality and everything that he does. He's attentive, just one of those guys that's going to give you everything he's got.") (5-10-15): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/5/10/8561917/jim-caldwell-lions-rookie-minicamp-day-3

Notebook: Young corners getting their work in (Sixth-round pick Quandre Diggs says he's split his time evenly on the outside and the nickel cornerback spot. “It’s a little harder to learn nickel and corner at the same time but at the same time you have to push yourself,” Diggs said. “If you want to make the team you have to get those things done.” A four-year starter at Texas, Diggs played a lot of nickel in college, but said he’d move outside when Texas faced a really good receiver his coaches wanted him to shadow. “I can do both,” he said. “I just want to go out and compete.” Where the pair of cornerbacks ultimately end up playing is still unknown, but it makes sense Lions coaches would want to see what Carter (6-0, 196) could do on the outside with his length, and how Diggs’ (5-9, 198) toughness and grit fits on the interior.) (5-9-15):   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Young-corners-getting-their-work-in/11d137cd-6f2e-4812-8eb3-4fc1043ac1ea

Video - Diggs On Learning The Lions Defense (5-9-15):   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Diggs-on-learning-the-Lions-defense/db855859-90dc-49e6-a4fe-d7a7448f97a2

CB Diggs ready to fight for Lions roster spot (5-9-15):   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/05/09/quandre-diggs-detroit-lions/27061649/

5 players to watch as Detroit Lions open rookie minicamp today (CB Quandre Diggs: The Lions say he plays bigger than his 5-foot-9 frame, and faster than his 4.56-second time in the 40-yard dash. Diggs had better hope so, because he has some work to do to make the team. Bill Bentley, Nevin Lawson and Josh Wilson are already stacked at the nickel. But that group features all kinds of uncertainty, which is why Detroit was interested in taking a flyer on the four-year starter from Texas. Diggs knows how to play, but will his limited athleticism hold up at this level?) (5-8-15):   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/05/5_players_to_watch_as_detroit.html

Quandre Diggs signs rookie contract with Lions (Sixth round: Cornerback Quandre Diggs, Texas -- His brother, Quentin Jammer, played 12 pro seasons after being drafted fourth overall in 2002. Diggs does not have his brother’s physical size, but he’s a heady player who played in 52 games, with 49 starts in the competitive Big 12 Conference. The Lions lost their two top nickel backs to season-ending injuries in the first two games last year. Bill Bentley went out in Week 1, and rookie Nevin Lawson followed him to the IR list in Week 2. Diggs could be best suited to play inside because of his instincts.) (5-7-15):  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Five-draft-picks-sign-rookie-contracts/c8e840b7-e641-43d8-a160-7eacca806818

What Quandre Diggs lacks in speed, size he makes up for with instincts (5-7-15):   http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/what-quandre-diggs-lacks-in-speed-size-he-makes-up-for-with-his-instincts-050715

Detroit Lions sixth-round pick Quandre Diggs: 'Don't let the speed fool you, don't let the hype fool you' (5-7-15):   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/05/detroit_lions_cb_quandre_diggs.html

2015 Draft in Review: Detroit Lions (Our own Sam Monson said that the Lions got a better player with their sixth-round pick in Diggs, than they did with Carter in the third round. Diggs is on the smaller side, but that didn’t prevent him from producing well enough to have the 11th-best overall grade among the CB class. He graded above average in coverage in six games, plus another in the Senior Bowl, and none were below average. Depth Chart Fit: Like Carter, expected to be a backup but could push for the fourth cornerback spot.) (5-6-15):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2015/05/01/2015-draft-in-review-detroit-lions/

Former coach: Carter, Diggs will fit in well with Lions (5-6-15):   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/05/06/detroit-lions-nfl-draft/70883252/

Lions shift focus away from 40 times when drafting CBs (Mayhew has long favored fast cornerbacks, and in 2013, he said that players timed slower than 4.5 seconds in the 40-yard dash "have to have something else going for them" in order for the Lions to consider them in the draft. Both Carter, a third-round pick out of Stanford, and sixth-round pick Quandre Diggs fall into that category. Diggs ran a 4.56-second 40 at the combine, the slowest time by any defensive back the Lions have drafted under Mayhew. Amari Spievey was the only previous cornerback who ran in the 4.5s, and he switched to safety early in his career. But cornerbacks coach Tony Oden said that Diggs has unusual football instincts.) (5-5-15):   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/05/05/detroit-lions-draft-advanced-metrics/26924935/

Diggs Confident He Can Contribute For Lions: ‘Don’t Let The Speed Fool You’ (5-5-15):   http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2015/05/05/diggs-confident-he-can-contribute-for-lions-dont-let-the-speed-fool-you/

Quandre Diggs: Breaking Down Detroit’s Sixth-Round Pick (5-4-15):   http://www.detroitlionsdraft.com/2015/05/quandre-diggs-breaking-down-detroits-sixth-round-pick/

2015 NFL Draft Review: NFC North (Quandre Diggs – DC – Texas:  Diggs has the suddenness and overall cover skills required. He just lacks height. He will struggle versus taller receivers.) (5-4-15):   http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/2015-nfl-draft-review-nfc-north/

Saturday 5-3-15:

Lions CB Diggs out to prove he's better than sixth-rounder:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/05/02/lions-add-another-cb-quandre-diggs-in-sixth-round/26784519/

Quandre Diggs likely a nickel corner with a physical, aggressive edge, analysts say of Lions pick:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/05/quandre_diggs_likely_a_nickel.html

Get to Know Quandre Diggs: Detroit Lions pick brother of Quentin Jammer, not afraid to speak out:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/05/get_to_know_quandre_diggs_detr.html

Texas CB Quandre Diggs selected by Detroit Lions in sixth round of NFL draft:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/05/texas_cb_quandre_diggs_selecte.html

Detroit Lions draft CB Quandre Diggs in 6th round:   http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/05/detroit-lions-draft-cb-quandre-diggs-in.html

Saturday 5-2-15:

Articles:

Audio - Quandre Diggs conference call:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Quandre-Diggs-conference-call/60bd6ded-693e-4c59-9e80-7534a7349945

A closer look: Cornerback Quandre Diggs:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/A-closer-look-Cornerback-Quandre-Diggs/c6df5f37-5903-457b-919e-38ff3cb3bfd8

Detroit Lions draft Texas CB Quandre Diggs in 6th round:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/05/02/detroit-lions-quandre-diggs/26784193/

Total breakdown: Lions draft CB Quandre Diggs in sixth round:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/16937/total-breakdown-lions-select-cb-quandre-diggs-in-sixth-round

ESPN Draft Tracker (200. CB Quandre Diggs: What he brings: Diggs lacks ideal size (5-9, 196), which can hurt him in contested situations against bigger wide receivers at times. However, he is a scrappy player who has a knack for playing bigger than his measurables indicate. Diggs shows quality movement skills and flashes the anticipation to jump and break on routes. He also holds up well for his size defending the run.):   http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/6/year/2015 

CBS Draft Tracker (Quandre Digg:  Diggs biggest detriment is his lack of size. He's a stumpy cornerback with tremendous ball skills and understanding of his position. A tough, competitive guy who can make a final 53. Grade: A-):   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/story/25161777/grades-2015-nfl-draft-round-6

PFF's  2015 Draft Reaction Blog, Day 3 (Quandre Diggs: Diggs was fifth in this CB class, conceding 0.78 Yards per Cover Snap against Power 5 opponents.):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2015/05/02/2015-draft-reaction-blog-day-3/

SN Draft Tracker (Quandre Digg:  A smart and instinctive player, Diggs has enough athleticism to match those assets.):  http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl-draft/2015/draft-order?round=6

NFL Draft 2015: Round 6 (Quandre Diggs: Diggs lacks ideal size, but anticipates well, has good ball skills, and holds his own against the run. He plays bigger than he is.):   http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/nfl-draft-2015-round-6/

Video:

Oden on Quandre Diggs:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Oden-on-Quandre-Diggs/5997d99d-f1cc-40c6-899a-f954248a05cd  

Pre Draft Articles:

NFL draft: Tyler Lockett undervalued, Bud Dupree overvalued (Undervalued - 3. Quandre Diggs, CB, Texas: Diggs (5-9, 196 pounds) is an undersized cornerback with excellent toughness, quickness and instincts. He is ideally suited to play in the nickel and reminds me of Corey Ivy, who enjoyed some success playing in Baltimore under Rex Ryan's tutelage. Diggs probably won't get picked in the first three rounds, but he can come in and contribute right away.) (4-29-15):  http://www.nfl.com/draft/story/0ap3000000488658/article/nfl-draft-tyler-lockett-undervalued-bud-dupree-overvalued

2015 NFL Combine Stock Report - Defensive Backs (Quandre Diggs, CB, Texas: Short and slow is not good in the NFL, especially when it comes to playing the cornerback position. Diggs will have to overcome his 4.56 40 and 1.65 10-yard split along with his small frame (5-9, 196). Already an early third-day prospect, Diggs could slide into late-round territory.) (2-25-15):   http://walterfootball.com/combine2015stockDB.php

Video - 2015 Combine workout: Quandre Diggs (2-24-15):   http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-combine/0ap3000000480125/2015-Combine-workout-Quandre-Diggs

Disappointing time for Texas CB (Texas CB Quandre Diggs' brother, Quentin Jammer, also played corner for the Longhorns, and was a first-round pick in the 2002 draft by the San Diego Chargers. Diggs isn't going to be a first-round pick and seems likely to go on the third day (Rounds 4-7). While he never redshirted and was a four-year starter for Texas, Diggs' lack of height (5-9 1/8, 196) and speed (4.56 in the 40) are concerns. Mayock said teams were looking at Diggs as a slot cornerback. "He wants people to know he can play outside," Mayock said. But Mayock then noted that Diggs' 40 time likely would reinforce the belief that he's a slot corner.) (2-23-15):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000473621/article/mayock-quinten-rollins-will-be-drafted-earlier-than-expected

NFL Combine: Physical Texas DB Quandre Diggs struggles to impress in speed drills (2-23-15):   http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/2015/02/nfl-combine-physical-texas-db-quandre-diggs-struggles-to-impress-in-speed-drills.html/

Texas cornerback Quandre Diggs would love to be reunited on Vikings with defensive backs coach Jerry Gray (He met with the Vikings at the Senior Bowl and Combine) (2-21-15):  http://blogs.twincities.com/vikings/2015/02/21/quandre-diggs/

Senior Bowl Review: Defense (6. Quandre Diggs, Texas - Perhaps the purest slot corner at the event.)(1-30-15):  http://www.rotoworld.com/articles/cfb/51931/351/all-star-circuit?pg=2

Senior Bowl: 10 players who boosted their NFL Draft prospects (8. Quandre Diggs, DB, Texas: Diggs made one of the plays of the game when he tricked Bryan Bennett into thinking he was in man coverage in the slot, before leaving his position in a zone scheme to jump a route intended for Central Florida receiver Rannell Hall. At Texas, Diggs flourished in a nickel role – the same position manned by his brother Quentin Jammer, a 12-year NFL veteran. For teams looking for a nickel defensive back, Diggs could be a mid-round steal.) (1-25-15):  http://www.theguardian.com/sport/2015/jan/25/senior-bowl-players-nfl-draft

Senior Bowl Recap (Quandre Diggs came out of the slot corner and jumped an outside route to pick off a pass late in the third quarter. Diggs took off down the field for about a 40-yard return. That led to a touchdown for the North team. Diggs is a gritty nickel corner for the next level.) (1-24-15):  http://walterfootball.com/seniorbowl2015recap.php

Video - Reese's Senior Bowl: Texas cornerback Quandre Diggs interception (1-24-15):   http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-senior-bowl/0ap3000000462888/Reese-s-Senior-Bowl-Quandre-Diggs-interception

Senior Bowl: Pauline's Day 3 Risers (Quandre Diggs/CB/Texas – Diggs made few mistakes during the start of the week then upped his game on Thursday. He made a terrific play picking off a Bryce Petty pass at the start of Thursday's practice then finished the session with a monstrous hit in scrimmage which drew praise from both scouts and fans. Diggs does not possess classic measurable, but showed enough skill this week to get late-round consideration.) (1-23-15):  http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Senior-Bowl-Paulines-Day-3-Risers/263499b2-483f-4e00-8daf-263e69383645

2015 Senior Bowl North Practice Report (One defensive back stood out throughout the practice on Thursday: Texas' Quandre Diggs. He made a leaping interception in the middle of the field on a pass from Baylor's Bryce Petty. Diggs had good coverage on a number of other plays before showing his fearless, gritty physicality to fire into the scrum and make a goal line tackle for no gain. Diggs plays with a chip on his shoulder and he displayed that on Thursday.) (1-22-15):  http://walterfootball.com/seniorbowl2015practice6.php

Diggs talked to the 49ers at the Senior Bowl (1-22-15):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000461483/article/look-whos-talking-rams-ravens-active-at-senior-bowl

2015 Senior Bowl: North Defense Scouting Preview (CBs - 4. Quandre Diggs, Texas: Although he lacks ideal length at the position, Quandre Diggs adds plus upside to an NFL secondary as a nickel player. The first thing that stands out with Diggs is his loose hips through the turn and transition speed at the top of the route. He keeps his feet underneath him, sees the play develop quickly and trusts his eyes in driving to the football. What also impresses with Diggs is his willingness to support the run and how consistently he finishes as a tackler. His value lies in the day three range, as an immediate role player on sub-package defenses. Considering how well he tackles and the experience he has returning punts, Diggs’ impact on special teams cements his draftable grade.) (1-18-15):     http://optimumscouting.com/draft/2015-senior-bowl-north-defense-scouting-preview.html

Diggs Interview (1-11-14):  http://www.seniorbowl.com/news-highlights-detail.php?news=275

Big 12 prospects with most on the line in bowl games (6. Quandre Diggs, CB, Texas: Bowl game: Texas Bowl vs. Arkansas, Dec. 29. Analysis: Diggs had perhaps his worst game of the year in the Longhorns' regular-season finale against TCU. He can get that bad taste out of his mouth with a quality outing against former SWC rival Arkansas. More than likely, Diggs will line up against Razorbacks WR Keon Hatcher, and a lot of folks will be watching with great interest to see if Diggs can slow him down.) (12-19-14):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000445950/article/big-12-prospects-with-most-on-the-line-in-bowl-games

TCU throttles Texas to deliver statement win to CFP committee (Doctson's success came largely at the hands of Texas cornerback Quandre Diggs, a senior who was playing in his final game in Austin. Although he had been one of the better corners in the league this year, Diggs gave up at least one score on defense and muffed a punt that led to another.) (11-27-14):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000435400/article/tcu-throttles-texas-to-deliver-statement-win-to-cfb-committee

Inner fire burns strong for Texas CB Diggs (11-19-15):  http://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/longhorns/article/Inner-fire-burns-strong-for-Texas-CB-Diggs-5905006.php

Walterfootball NFL Draft Stock Report - Week 11 (Diggs: Diggs had the challenge of going against West Virginia wide receiver Kevin White and put together an impressive performance. Late in the second quarter, Diggs read Clint Trickett's eyes and jumped a slant pass intended for White. Diggs picked the ball off and returned it about 20 yards to set up his offense just outside the West Virginia 20-yard line. It was a smart play by Diggs. He another impressive play as he dropped into coverage after not buying a fake screen and dished out a hard hit on a receiver to break up a completion inside the 10-yard line. It was an excellent play by Diggs as he showed the instincts and recognition skills to get into position to make a play for his defense. This season, Diggs has 46 tackles with five tackles for a loss, four passes broken up and three interceptions. The undersized senior (5-10, 195) is a tough defender who is strong for his size and he battles receivers. Diggs could warrant second-day consideration, and this performance will help him.) (11-11-14):  http://walterfootball.com/draft2015stock_11.php

Texas defense has monster day in upset of West Virginia (Most impressive was the game cornerback Quandre Diggs turned in. He kept West Virginia star Kevin White in check for the most part (no touchdowns, 132 yards) while also picking off a pass.) (11-8-14):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000424614/article/texas-defense-has-monster-day-in-upset-of-west-virginia

Video - Quandre Diggs (11-2-14):  http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/2014/11/quandre-diggs-knocks-texas-tech-quarterback-out-of-game.html/

Senior cornerback Quandre Diggs internalizes recent upsets (9-25-14):  http://www.dailytexanonline.com/2014/09/25/senior-cornerback-quandre-diggs-internalizes-recent-upsets

Texas CB Quandre Diggs thinks his teammates don't care about losing (9-8-14):  http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/texas-cb-quandre-diggs-thinks-his-teammates-don-t-care-about-losing-211848072.html

2015 NFL Draft: Texas Preview (5. CB Quandre Diggs, Senior (5-10 | 200 | 4.48 | #6): Over the last decade or so, Texas has garnered a reputation for routinely producing NFL-quality defensive backs, most recently Kenny Vaccaro, Earl Thomas and several others. The Longhorns didn't have a DB drafted last season, but with a strong senior season, Diggs should hear his name called next spring. A four-year starter, he has 36 career starts under his belt with excellent experience playing both inside and outside, often moving inside as the nickel corner on tape. Diggs has good, not great, size and speed for the position and shows natural field and ball awareness, keeping his head on a swivel and his anticipating route combinations. At times he doesn't have the lower body burst to break on the ball in time and clearly lacks quick-twitch movements, but he plays the game with a veteran sense, leading the team last season in passes defended (10) despite no interceptions. He isn't the first round caliber player like Vaccarro or Thomas, but he has NFL skills to work with and is arguably the top defensive back in the conference.) (6-10-14):  http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft-scout/24584674/nfl-draft-texas-preview