It is officially mock draft season! The 2022 NFL Draft is quickly approaching, with the first round kicking off on Thursday, April 28th. Of course, draft analysis, projections and rumors will be dominating the headlines until then. Among the players expected to hear his name called early on is cornerback Martin Emerson out of Mississippi State.
The following is a complete Martin Emerson NFL Draft profile, including stats, highlights and a mock projection.
Martin Emerson NFL Draft Profile, Stats, Highlights and Projection
Martin Emerson
Position: Cornerback
Height: 6’2″
Weight: 195 lbs
Age: 21
College: Mississippi State Bulldogs
Martin Emerson Stats 2021 | Mississippi State Bulldogs
Coverage Snaps: 374
Rec/Tgt: 28/49
Completion Rate: 57.1%
Yards Allowed: 358
TD/INT: 3/0
Passer Rating: 100.6
Martin Emerson Draft Profile
Strengths
One of Martin Emerson’s biggest strengths is his size and length. He is patient but is always able to break at the moment of the receiver’s release. Emerson does a good job at slowing receivers off the line in press coverage. He is certainly an asset in special teams as a part of the kick and punt coverage teams.
Weaknesses
The biggest knock to Emerson’s game is his inability to secure interceptions. The reason comes from his inability to try to run into the passing lane along with his below-average tracking and ball skills. When it comes to tackling, Emerson often dives at the ankles too early and searches for arm tackles too much as well. His inability to take on blocks will also make it tough for him to be a reliable option at the next level.
Martin Emerson Highlights
Daxton Hill Draft Projection
All 2022 NFL Draft Projections are taken from the latest Sporting News NFL Mock Draft by Vinnie Iyer.
Martin Emerson is currently projected to be drafted by the Washington Commanders at No. 113.
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