Travon Bellamy of Illinois ~ 6.0/205
"Bio: Played cornerback as a senior and had 70 tackles and six pass breakups. Played safety earlier in his career and had 23 tackles as a junior and 53 as a sophomore.
Positive: Average-sized defensive back who defends the run well. Quick up the field, displays a closing burst to the action, and has a physical nature to his game. Possesses a better than average break to the throw, fights hard to defend passes, and works to get off blocks and make plays on ball carriers.
Negative: Marginal ball skills. Struggles to transition off the line and run with opponents.
Analysis: Bellamy has flashed skill the past three seasons yet is primarily a safety in a cornerback's body. Could have potential in a zone system if he produces on special teams."
Positive: Average-sized defensive back who defends the run well. Quick up the field, displays a closing burst to the action, and has a physical nature to his game. Possesses a better than average break to the throw, fights hard to defend passes, and works to get off blocks and make plays on ball carriers.
Negative: Marginal ball skills. Struggles to transition off the line and run with opponents.
Analysis: Bellamy has flashed skill the past three seasons yet is primarily a safety in a cornerback's body. Could have potential in a zone system if he produces on special teams."
"Overview: Bellamy has had a tumultuous time at Illinois. He's struggled with injuries and inconsistent play, but finally emerged as a solid corner prospect as a senior in 2010. After a solid freshman year in 2006 where he played in 11 of the team's 12 games, he missed the entire 2007 season with a shoulder injury. In 2008, he started 11 of the 12 games he played at safety, but struggled throughout the season despite notching 53 tackles. In 2009, he again played in all 12 games, but he lost his starting job and again struggled on the field. Finally, as a senior, started all 13 games at CB. He tallied 70 tackles invluding 5 for loss and a sack. He defended 6 passes and had a 46-yard fumble return. Was a top CB prospect as a 3-year starter in HS. Tallied an amazing 33 interceptions during his final 3 years of school (14 as a soph, 11 as a senior, and 8 as a junior despite missing 5 games with a knee injury).
Strengths: Bellamy has good size at corner and has NFL speed (reported 4.40). He's a physical player who can jam receivers at the LOS. He's a strong player who is solid in run support and is a sure tackler. In coverage, he's quick and has good footwork. He has a smooth backpedal and can turn and run with the receiver. Bellamy is a hard-worker who is a good teammate.
Weaknesses: Despite his size and speed, he's not much of a splash player. He has failed to record an interception since his freshman year. He lost his starting role at safety as a junior as a result of inconsistent play on the field. Doesn't seem to have a great feel for the game, lacking ball skills and natural football instincts. Plays too tentatively at times.
Projection: Bellamy is a player who shows some special skills at times, and then disappears for long stretches. He's a guy who will frustrate scouts because he has the tools, but doesn't seem to know what to do with them. He's likely a very late draft pick, but more likely a priority free agent who could provide a nice return on a small investment."
Strengths: Bellamy has good size at corner and has NFL speed (reported 4.40). He's a physical player who can jam receivers at the LOS. He's a strong player who is solid in run support and is a sure tackler. In coverage, he's quick and has good footwork. He has a smooth backpedal and can turn and run with the receiver. Bellamy is a hard-worker who is a good teammate.
Weaknesses: Despite his size and speed, he's not much of a splash player. He has failed to record an interception since his freshman year. He lost his starting role at safety as a junior as a result of inconsistent play on the field. Doesn't seem to have a great feel for the game, lacking ball skills and natural football instincts. Plays too tentatively at times.
Projection: Bellamy is a player who shows some special skills at times, and then disappears for long stretches. He's a guy who will frustrate scouts because he has the tools, but doesn't seem to know what to do with them. He's likely a very late draft pick, but more likely a priority free agent who could provide a nice return on a small investment."
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