Kyle Williams 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report
Selected by New England Patriots | Pick No. 69 Overall
Position: Wide Receiver
College: Washington State
Height: 5’11” | Weight: 190 lbs
Hands: 8¾” | Arms: 30⅛” | Wingspan: 72¼”
40-Yard Dash: 4.4 seconds | Vertical Jump: 36.5″ | Broad Jump: 9’11”
top of routes to create separation.
He is a dangerous threat against zone
Scouting Summary:
Kyle Williams brings alignment versatility, strong route running, and dangerous open-field speed to the Patriots. His short-area quickness helps him beat press coverage with calculated jab steps and speed releases. He reads defenders’ leverage effectively and initiates routes with urgency, sinking his hips at the top of breaks to create separation.
Williams excels against zone coverage due to his field awareness and quickness. He knows how to find space between defenders, especially in Cover-2 shells, and has the speed to take short gains the distance. His ability to adjust to throws and make sideline catches shows refined body control and spatial awareness.
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Strengths:
Generates big plays after the catch with breakaway speed
Effective ball tracking at short, intermediate, and deep levels
Beats press coverage with sharp releases and quickness
Adjusts routes when the quarterback scrambles, finds open space
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Areas for Improvement:
Occasionally drops passes due to smaller hands and inconsistent mechanics
Drifts upfield after breaks, which could lead to turnovers at the next level
Needs to high-point passes more consistently instead of waiting for the ball
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Projection:
Williams projects as a rotational wide receiver early in his career with the potential to grow into a reliable starter. His ability to create space and produce yards after the catch makes him a valuable asset in a modern passing game.
Draft Grade: 7.4 — High-Level Backup / Potential Starter (3rd Round)
Overall Rank: 65 | Position Rank: WR10
Pro Comparison: Tyler Boyd