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http://www.thehuddlereport.com/archive/2016profiles/Leonte.Carroo.htm
Leonte Carroo WR Rutgers
STRENGTHS
Leonte plays the game of football like he is angry at the world. He has a strong body and hands; he reminds me a lot of the Panthers/Ravens WR Steve Smith Sr. He is very smart running his routes as if he is playing chess setting up defensive backs for the next route that he will run to make a big play. He shows on film good after the catch skills and the lateral explosion to separate with good feet and balance to turn defenders around and spin them into the ground. He is the type of receiver that, when he comes back to the huddle, will tell you what route he should run because he has his defender all set up to break it for big yardage. If the offensive coordinator and quarterback are smart they will listen to him because chances are he’s right. With a very smart coaching staff this kid could be something special.CONCERNS
Leonte has had some off field issues, including allegations of domestic violence. Teams will have to decide for themselves through the interview process if he should be considered for drafting. From what I understand, the allegations were dropped and Leonte was reinstated but missed two games in the process for an alteration outside of the stadium that his girlfriend was involved in. He will drop some balls because strong hands sometimes are stiff hands. But that’s no reason not to draft him early in this draft.TALENT BOARD ROUND: 1
I believe that Leonte’s off field baggage will affect what round he is selected in, but I don’t believe it will affect how he plays once he is on the field. Interviews will be the key for Leonte and if teams believe he should be drafted, I project he might be selected in the 2nd or 3rd round because of his size/speed ratio (in spite of my Talent Board Grade). He is the type of receiver that the Patriots could be looking for to add to their passing game because of his intelligence and strength. Like I said he reminds me a lot of Steve Smith; he might not be as fast, but he is smart and strong and holds his routes against bigger players like Steve does. Leonte does a solid job blocking for his teammates and like I said, plays the game with this “angry chip on his shoulder” attitude. That mentality can make him an impact receiver for the team that selects him as long as his off field issues are in his past.Drew Boylhart MAR.2016
AgamemnonFrom Dane Brugler:
3rd Round gradeMEASUREABLES Arm: 31 | Hand: 09 5/8 | Wingspan: 74 1/4
COMBINE 40-YD: 4.50 | 10-YD: 1.59 | 20-YD: 2.63 | BP: 14 | VJ: 35.5 | BJ: 10’00”BACKGROUND: A four-star wide receiver recruit, Carroo grew up five miles from the Rutgers campus and wanted to be a part of the program’s rise – helped convince five-star high school teammate Darius Hamilton to join him at Rutgers. After playing the 2012 season on special teams, he started three games as a sophomore in 2013 and recorded 28 catches for 478 yards and nine scores. Carroo had a breakout season as a junior in 2014 with a team-best 55 receptions for 1,086 yards and 10 touchdowns, earning All-Big Ten Honorable Mention honors. His senior season was derailed by injuries and other issues, but he still led the team with 39 catches for 809 yards and 10 touchdowns, earning team offensive MVP honors and All-Big Ten Honorable Mention honors. Carroo accepted his invitation to the 2016 Senior Bowl.
STRENGTHS: Well-strapped together build with thick muscle tone for the position – doesn’t skip workouts and takes care of his body…coordinated footwork off the line of scrimmage and in his patterns…deliberate routes to plant-and-go in his breaks…understands timing to bait and force defensive backs to commit their hips…strong hands-catcher, looking the ball into his mitts…tracks well with athletic body control to smoothly adjust to throws…gains leverage and uses his body at the catch point, winning 50-50 balls…tough over the middle and plays fearless…balanced and physical as a ballcarrier…works back to the ball and made plays at every level of the defense on film…aggressive open-field blocker…experienced on special teams, including two career blocked punts…voted a senior captain and greatly supported in the locker room – persistent worker and lead-by-example type…productive career stats, including the school record for touchdown receptions (29) – five career games with at least three touchdown grabs.
WEAKNESSES: Ordinary height and short arms…not an explosive player and lacks the twitch to instantly burst or accelerate away from defenders…will round off some patterns and too predictable on in-breaking routes due to tight ankles…good, not great, deep speed, and lacks a fifth gear vertically…room to improve his locating ability and instincts vs. zone coverage…jam technique requires work…engages as a blocker, but needs to be a better finisher…durability was an issue as a senior, missing two games due to a high right ankle sprain (Oct. 2015); also missed the Senior Bowl due to an ankle injury (Jan. 2016)…personal character needs investigated with a fine tooth comb after he was suspended indefinitely (Sept. 2015) following an altercation outside the team facilities between him and a former girlfriend – charged with simple assault, but the case was dismissed after the alleged victim dropped the claims.
SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Rutgers, Carroo emerged as the Scarlet Knights go-to target the last two seasons and lined up both outside and in the slot, becoming the first Rutgers player to earn back-to-back All-Big Ten honors – played under four different offensive coordinators in four years, each implanting different pro style schemes. He is a one-note runner and doesn’t play with much burst or fluidity, but he understands how to set up and manipulate his routes. Carroo prefers to attack with his mitts and his best trait is his powerful hands at the catch point, winning contested situations and playing a physical brand of football. If his off-field checks out, Carroo projects as one of the top-five senior wide receiver prospects in the 2016 class and a player who will fight for a starting job in his first few years in the NFL.
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