Zach Rogers Scouting Report: NFL Outlook for Tennessee WR

Does Zach Rogers have what it takes to become a slot receiver in the NFL?Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Zach Rogers likely got overlooked at the University of Tennessee due to playing alongside the likes of Justin Hunter and Cordarrelle Patterson. However, Rogers was arguably the most consistent receiver for Tennessee during the 2012 season.

While he didn't have the huge statistics like Patterson or Hunter, he did prove to have extremely reliable hands and recorded seven touchdowns his senior season.

Those numbers prove that Rogers lacks the athletic ability to be a legitimate threat in the NFL.

Intangibles/Character

He was never in the spotlight while at Tennessee, but seemed to thrive in the role the team had built for him. He contributed sparingly during hisfour years in college, but showed hard work and a desire to be a team player.

Rogers should be a positive addition to an NFL locker room.

System

Rogers played the majority of his snaps as the slot receiver for Tennessee. He has very little experience being anything else in an offense.

Release

When given space, Rogers can have a solid release off the line of scrimmage. However, he lacks the size to not be re-routed when jammed by receivers.

He has decent overall speed, but it isn't an explosive speed that will allow him to consistently win against cornerbacks in press coverage.

Ball Skills

Rogers displays the ability to make receptions far from his frame in all directions. He's got great awareness when working near the sidelines, too.

Routes

There is too much stiffness to Rogers when