Finally, the first wide receiver comes off of the board. This pick made by the Titans comes from the Los Angeles Rams as part of the Jared Goff trade in the 2016 NFL Draft.
This class of receivers is a bit of an unknown. In recent years, we have seen big-time talents go towards the top of the first round. While JuJu Smith-Schuster has massive upside, he is not the same kind of talent as a guy like Amari Cooper or Odell Beckham.
Smith-Schuster is a big and physical receiver who always seems to be in great position for the ball. He does a fantastic job of out-muscling the defenders, consistently showing great power at the point of attack.
He does a fantastic job of going up and battling for the ball with the best of them. Smith-Schuster shows a high level of natural athleticism, but he is far from a burner.
If it all comes together at the next level, think Dez Bryant. He has elite-level power and ball skills. Smith-Schuster can go up and get it with the best of them.
Smith-Schuster has a lot of room to grow as a receiver. He is not the most efficient route runner and does struggle with drops at times. That being said, he is a physical freak who can make a significant difference on a football field.
The Titans simply must find a number one receiver for Marcus Mariota. Tajae Sharpe is a nice complementary receiver, but he is not a true number one. Getting Smith-Schuster on board would give the Titans’ offense a dynamic player at the position that they desperately need.