Scouting Journals for Jalen Brown

Big play wide receiver who is one of the top deep threats in the 2023 cycle. Shows the ability to consistently separate and win on vertical routes. Transfers his sub 10.7 second speed in the 100 meters over to the football field. A smooth, fluid mover who shows signs of changing speeds mid-route. Also shows the ability to track and locate the ball over his shoulder. Makes some grabs with his arms extended. Productive as a junior with over 1,000 yards, 11 touchdowns while averaging over 18 yards per catch. Needs to continue adding to his route tree as he mainly wins on vertical routes to this point.

Watching the nation’s No. 4-ranked receiver on separate occasions in Las Vegas and then New Orleans, there is an obvious parallel between Jalen Brown and Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith. Both receivers possess thin frames at 6-foot-1 and 160 pounds and are dangerously smooth and deceptively quick. Brown was outstanding over the middle and attacking vertically, and was dangerous whenever he was left in space. He effortlessly gains separation and has home-run potential.