| ♦Age/D.O.B. | 21/06.27.2000 |
| ♦Class: | Senior |
| ♦Height: | 6’1″ |
| ♦Weight: | 190 lbs. |
| ♦Hometown: | San Ysidro, California |
| ♦College: | Ohio State Buckeyes |
Chris Olave shined in Ohio State’s opener
Ohio State possesses two electric players at the wide receiver position. In other words, both Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson are top-tier receivers. Together, both of them make for the best receiving duo in college football. However, against the Minnesota Gophers last weekend, Olave showed the upper hand.
IT’S TOO EASY FOR CHRIS OLAVE âš¡ï¸
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— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 3, 2021
The San Ysidro, California native, reeled in four catches, with two of them going for touchdowns in the Buckeyes’ Week 1 victory. Moreover, he will generate high interest among many NFL organizations with his winning playstyle as a prospect.
What are Olave’s strengths?
Without a shadow of a doubt, Olave is the best route-runner in the 2022 NFL draft. He is a player that can seamlessly generate separation at the line of scrimmage and throughout any route.Â
Chris Olave attacking the DB blind spot. Had him on skates the entire rep. DB forced to grab.#DraftTwitter pic.twitter.com/fXsvh9hIll
— EJHolt_Draft (@EJunkie215) September 3, 2021
As you can see above, opposing defenders are at a disadvantage as Olave’s mastery of route running proves to be king. In addition to routes, he demonstrates the ability to regularly make big plays. Subsequently, there is a reason why he carries a 16.5 yard per catch average and has 24 career receiving touchdowns in 36 games played at Ohio State. However, while he’s a highly talented player, there is one reason some NFL teams may show caution.
What are his weaknesses, and what to expect from Olave this season?
As a football player, Olave does not possess many weaknesses. Be that as it may, some NFL teams may overlook Olave from a scouting standpoint due to his more diminutive stature. In short, those teams would be foolish. That is to say, Chris is a player that possesses abilities that erase any question marks regarding his frame. Indeed, as the season progresses, look for him to be the go-to receiver in Ohio State’s offense. Above all, he is a highly competitive football player that has the mental toughness to succeed, regardless of outside circumstances.
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