EPISODE · Jun 23, 2026 · 30 MIN
NFL DRAFT SCOUTING: Rutgers’ KJ Duff DEMANDS Attention with His Unique Skillset
from Locked On NFL Draft - Daily Podcast On The NFL Draft, College Football & The NFL · host Locked On Podcast Network
Rutgers Scarlet Knights wide receiver K.J. Duff stands out with his rare 6'6", 225-pound frame, elite catch radius, and game-changing ball skills. Can his physical gifts make him a mismatch nightmare at the next level, or will questions about explosiveness and separation against press coverage keep him from becoming a 2027 first-round NFL Draft pick? [Damian Parson] breaks down Duff’s strengths—highlighting his ability to thrive in contested catch situations, create mismatches as a power slot, and provide a reliable target for aggressive quarterbacks. The discussion covers concerns about Duff’s lack of top-end speed, challenges defeating physical press, and the need for him to maximize his size advantage. Key comparisons include Malachi Fields, Courtland Sutton, and Collin Johnson, as [Damian Parson] offers a third-round grade and explores potential NFL fits for Duff’s unique profile. Will NFL teams unlock Duff’s full potential, or will his limitations define his pro career? Timestamps: 0:00 KJ Duff Scouting Intro 1:11 KJ Duff Strengths & Play Style 5:57 Route Running & Catch Radius 8:19 Red Zone Impact & Mismatches 9:36 Elite Ball Skills Analysis 11:23 Major Concerns & NFL Fit 13:12 Press Coverage Technique Issues 15:31 Yards After Catch Limitations 18:39 NFL Cornerback Matchups 20:34 Size Utilization Critique 22:21 Draft Grade & Player Comparisons 24:39 Historical & Current NFL Comps 27:16 Ideal Role & Usage 29:04 Episode Wrap-Up & Next Show Preview Photo credit: Vincent Carchietta, Dylan Widger-Imagn Images Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. Square If you’re starting a business, or running one that deserves better tools, Square helps you sell, manage, and grow without slowing down. Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at https://square.com/go/LockedOnNFL. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Rutgers WR KJ Duff NFL Draft scouting report: strengths, weaknesses, pro comparison, and draft projection from the Locked On NFL Draft podcast.
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