Dynasty League Spotlight: Robert Herron, Wyoming Cowboys- 2014 NFL Draft

The Trashman, RosterWatch.com

 

Robert Herron, WR Wyoming Cowboys

Height: 5’9″

Weight: 193 pounds

40 yard dash:  4.48 (Combine)

NFL Comparison: Victor Cruz

 

Scouting Notes:

Herron has been steadily improving his draft potential in many people’s eyes ever since his solid showing at the Senior Bowl. His combine 40 time of 4.48 turned quite a few heads as well. We’ve been aware of this young man though, since his stellar outing against our Texas Longhorns early last season when, on just 5 receptions, Herron posted 173 yards and 2 TDs that day– a pretty impressive feat for a smallish slot receiver. Orphaned at 14, then raised by his aunt, Herron has never asked for anything except a chance. He’s a scrappy player who adjusts to the ball well and isn’t afraid to go over the middle. His straight line speed is top notch, and helps make up for the fact that he isn’t the most polished route runner. And Herron, though slight, has big, soft hands and substantial leaping ability considering his height.

 

Here are our notes on Washington from viewing him live at the NFL Scouting Combine:

#25 Robert Herron, Wyoming

-Looking good in the gauntlet

-Lackluster in gauntlet drill in opposite direction

-Bad at getting upfield quickly after 10 yard out, has trouble running

-Great adjustment and soft hands post corner

 

Fantasy Outlook:

Herron’s straight line speed and big play ability out of the slot remind me of Victor Cruz. He knows how to get open, and catches most everything that comes his way. Still, Herron may find it tough sledding in the NFL unless he learns how to run crisp routes and becomes a decent blocker. He has all the intangibles though, and that’s why I like him for fantasy. He’s worth a flier in dynasty formats formats, but I’m not sure how much he’ll contribute his first year, so I would hesitate to pick him up in redraft leagues until he shows something.