2019 Raiders Draft Prospect Profile

Name: Rock Ya-Sin

Position: Cornerback

School: Temple University

Height: 6’

Weight: 189 pounds

Draft Projection: Day 2

Stats

Speed

Despite various pre-all star games declaring Ya-Sin as too slow, he shows up well on tape. With a little bit of a long stride, he looks comfortable in deep with wideouts. Moreover, his elongated stride there helps him cover more ground than a standard gait. When the route breaks in front of him, Ya-Sin can stop, pivot, and collapse on the ball. In all honesty, he possesses good speed. At the Senior Bowl, he timed with the fifth fastest mph during his workout.

Coverage

Granted, Ya-Sin’s wrestling background comes into play in this aspect. He shows no hesitation in feisty coverage. That is to say, he will bring physicality to the jam and handfighting/body positioning to the route. Meanwhile, if Ya-Sin is beaten for a catch, look for his ability to recover and make the play.

Agility

When playing off, watch for Ya-Sin to open his hips, depending on what he envisions the route would be. Secondly, when flipping his hips, there is no hitch or slide in his movement. This allows for that extra split-second of coverage.

Ball Skills

Ya -Sin’s ability to make plays on the ball is an emerging tool. As his career in Philadelphia wore on, he began to get more comfortable in making plays. As a result, his PBU/INT numbers may not jump out. That skill can be harnessed.

Tackling

In space, Ya-Sin does back down for a challenge. He will drive on the ball carrier, drop his shoulders, and make the play. He will break down, gather his leverage, and pop the target. More importantly, he will not drag and pull.

Intangibles

In all of Ya-Sin’s tape, you will see a player that is a fighter, from snap to whistle. Emblematic of being a Temple standout, the team gave him a single-digit number. This is an honor bestowed upon the toughest of the team.

Raiders Fit

With the Raiders, Ya-Sin profiles as a bookend to Gareon Conley. DB Coach Derrick Ansley could mold Ya-Sin’s innate toughness and competitiveness and shape that into a top-level corner. Imagine the battles between Ya-sin and Keenan Allen. For those five yards, Ya-Sin will attempt to batter Allen and disrupt his route. Presently, the Raiders should evaluate him as a Day 2 draft pick.