The Boise State Broncos had a rocky season, finishing 7-5 overall. Their offense was sporadic, going from lights out with over 50 points scored to struggling to put up 21. Regardless, they see a number of prospects heading towards the 2022 NFL Draft — here are the scouting reports for the handful of prospects leaving Boise State this year.
Boise State 2022 NFL Draft Scouting Reports
The Boise State scouting reports include a high-upside wide receiver and some offensive line prospects.
Jake Stetz, OL
Positives: Nasty blocker best in a small area. Stays square, explosive at the point, and works blocks. Sets with a wide base, gets movement run blocking, and works to finish off opponents. Keeps his head on a swivel and works well with linemates.
Negatives: Lacks footwork in space and staff. Late with his hands on occasion and gets upright in his stance.
Analysis: Stetz comes with next-level power and an NFL body but lacks athleticism and does not consistently block with proper fundamentals.
Kekaula Kaniho, S
Positives: Hard-working defensive back with experience returning punts. Fires up the field, sells out defending the run, and drives his shoulder pads through opponents. Effective facing the action, tracks the pass in the air, and displays a nice move to the throw. Mixes it up with receivers throughout the route and battles defending passes.
Negatives: Not smooth or quick pedaling in reverse and off-balance when transitioning to run with opponents downfield. Loses a half step trying to get his head back around to locate the ball in the air.
Analysis: Kaniho is a physical and intense defensive back who plays smart football but comes with average physical skills and limited upside potential.
Khalil Shakir, WR
Positives: Reliable possession receiver coming off a terrific senior campaign. Quickly releases off the line of scrimmage, displays outstanding route discipline, and comes back to the ball to make himself an available target. Tracks the pass in the air, gets vertical, and extends to make the reception away from his frame. Possesses outstanding eye/hand coordination and makes some incredibly acrobatic receptions.
Exposes himself to the big hit in order to come away with the reception, adjusts to the errant throw, and gives effort running after the catch. Snatches the ball out of the air and displays strong hands. Easily makes the reception on crossing patterns, displaying focus as well as concentration. Works routes even if he’s not involved in the play.
Negatives: Despite his 40 time, does not show a great burst or the second gear. Not sturdily built. Average run-after-the-catch ability.
Analysis: Shakir was consistently productive for Boise State. And after a career senior season, he turned in three good days of practice at the Senior Bowl. He has enough ability to produce as a slot receiver or on the flanks. Shakir will also be given a chance to return punts in the summer.
Want more information on Shakir? Here’s our expanded scouting report and draft profile: Khalil Shakir, Boise State WR | NFL Draft Scouting Report
Riley Whimpey, LB
Positives: Hard-working two-down linebacker with average size and speed. Instinctive, stays with responsibilities, and quickly locates the ballhandler. Immediately diagnoses the action, flows well laterally, and stacks well against the run. Fires up the field and makes a lot of plays with hustle and instincts.
Negatives: Easily blocked from the action or gets caught up in the trash. Plays to one speed, lacks a burst, and marginally effective in pursuit.
Analysis: Whimpey was a productive and hard-working linebacker at Boise State but lacks the pure physical skills to play on Sundays.