Clemson CB Nate Wiggins 2024 NFL Draft Profile

Nate Wiggins, CB, Clemson

Height/Weight: 6-1, 173

Age: 20.7

Strengths

• Plant & Drive Phase: Smooth transitions with quick feet to trigger and collapse on routes
• Jump Ball: Plays above the rim much better than his frame would suggest. Can play through the catch point
• Ball skills: Knows when time to his punch to force PBU’s and soft hands as a natural catcher
• Anticipation: Understands route concepts and shows the ability to read a QBs eyes and break on the ball

Areas of Improvement-Concerns

• Size: Narrow frame and overall structure that may be maxed out at only 170-175 pounds and with 30’ arms
• Play Speed: Can be caught lollygagging or left behind on vertical concepts which should never happen given his officially timed 4.2 speed
• Run defense: Almost a pure cover guy between his frame and skill set

Evaluation:

Nate Wiggins is a desirable first-round prospect given his height and athleticism. He has shown the ability to mirror fast receivers while holding his own against more physical targets. Add on his ability to anticipate and play the ball, and his size limitations will be mitigated if Wiggins is utilized correctly. 

James Foster’s Latest Big Board Ranking:

21 overall, 3rd ranked CB