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Titans Could Have Steal in UDFA WR

The Tennessee Titans made a low-risk, high-reward move in undrafted free agency.

Jeremy Brener

Miami wideout Xavier Restrepo during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Miami wideout Xavier Restrepo during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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The Tennessee Titans opted to give Cam Ward some familiarity in undrafted free agency by signing wide receiver Xavier Restrepo.

To learn more about Restrepo, we spoke with Miami Hurricanes On SI contributor Mark Morales-Smith.

Were you surprised to see Restrepo go undrafted?

I was very surprised to see Restrepo go undrafted. I knew his 40-time would drive him from Day 2 to Day 3, but I didn't think it would knock him right out of the draft. He was too productive to go undrafted. I thought the Titans would grab him that Saturday.

What are his biggest strengths?

His biggest strength is his ability to move the chains and make the dirty catches. His route running, toughness and reliable hands make him the perfect slot option on 3rd down.

What are his biggest weaknesses?

His biggest weakness is his lack of size and elite athleticism. He just physically isn't an ideal NFL star.

Who is his pro player comparison and why?

I'd compare him to Jarvis Landry. Landry was a slot receiver with great NFL film and production who fell in the draft because of a poor offseason workout that was also caused by trying to perform through a minor injury. His 40-time also hurt his stock and he went on to be a great possession receiver in the NFL.

How do you think he will project in the NFL?

Because he fell out of the draft the toughest task for Restrepo will be earning that opportunity to be a major contributor. If he does get a chance to start in the slot with Cam Ward, I see him being a significant contributor as a possession receiver. No one should be surprised if in a year or two he's out there catching close to 100 passes. Even if he doesn't put up prolific yards or TD numbers.

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Jeremy Brener
JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several On SI sites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid and resides in Central Florida. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener. For more inquiries, please email [email protected].

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