The 2024 NFL Draft will be a great event for teams to start building for their future. Here is the Cole Bishop 2024 NFL Draft Profile.
Position: Safety
School: Utah
Size: 6-foot-2, 206 pounds
Class: Junior
2023 stats: 60 total tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 2 interceptions, 4 passes defended, 1 forced fumble, 2 fumble recoveries
Bishop was only at Utah for three seasons, but was highly productive throughout his career. Now he is in the 2024 NFL Draft.
As a three-star recruit in the class of 2021, Bishop signed with Utah out of Georgia. He played immediately for the Utes, creating an impact with 54 total tackles and five passes defended. Bishop helped the Utes win 10 games. As a full-time starter in 2022, Bishop tallied 83 tackles, one interception and three passes defended. He led the Utes to a second consecutive 10-win season. In 2023, Bishop racked up 60 total tackles, two interceptions and four passes defended. In his last season with the Utes, Bishop aided the in winning eight games.
Following the season,Bishop declared for the 2024 NFL Draft. He is currently projected to be a day-two pick.
Bishop has solid size for an NFL safety. He stands 6-foot-2 and 206 pounds, which will make him look right at home for the NFL. His size allows him to play in the box and help against the run, as well as match up with bigger targets. He has solid play strength for the position.
He tested well at the NFL Combine and that shows up on tape. Bishop had a 4.45 40-yard dash time, which shows up on tape with his good speed and range. He has solid acceleration and agility as well, helping him to react to plays quickly
His versatility will be great for modern NFL defenses. He can come down in the box and help support the run pretty well. Bishop can man cover tight ends with some success. He can also play deep zone coverages with some success, although leaving him in single high will leave some mixed results.
While he has good size, his arms measured at less than 30 inches. This will make his tackling reach a little shorter than other players. His short reach will also make it harder for him to match up with bigger targets and tight ends at the catchpoint, although he has done well in those matchups at the collegiate level.
In zone coverage, Bishop has a few inconsistencies. He needs to show better eye balance between the quarterback and the players in his zone. Bishop can lose his bearings a little bit and give up catches. He can also leave his zone, as he is eager to make plays on the ball.
Against the run, Bishop could see the field more quickly. He can overrun plays while in pursuit. Bishop can also get caught up on blocks and can struggle to get through traffic to get to the ball. With more work, he can improve his run defense even more.
Projected Draft Range: Second Round Pick-Third Round Pick
Draft Grade: Second Round Pick
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