How I Evaluate Each Position

By Bill Walsh

PSX Draft Insider Special

 

Coaches and scouts all have their own criteria for evaluating players. These criteria change as the game evolves and they differ dependent upon the needs or systems of respective teams.

But there will always be certain, basic requirements for players at each position.

Still, evaluating players is not a science. It must take into account a myriad of factors and, in the final analysis, must answer one critical question -- can this man perform on my team?

Requirements vary greatly by position, so here are some of the criteria and considerations I use when evaluating players at each position.

Center

 

Guard

Defensive Tackle

Offensive Tackle

Defensive End

Tight End

Inside/Middle Linebacker

Wide Receiver

Outside Linebacker

Quarterback

Cornerback

Fullback

Safety

Halfback

 

 

[1997 Draft Prospects]