Jared Abbrederis

WR · Wisconsin
A high school QB, Abbrederis didn't receive much attention as a recruit and walked on at Wisconsin, redshirting in 2009 and playing the role of a spread QB on the scout team. He worked his way onto the field as a redshirt freshman and became a full-time starter as a sophomore, establishing himself as one of Russell Wilson's top targets in 2011 - finally earned a scholarship prior to his junior year. Abbrederis' production dipped in 2012 due to poor quarterback play, but he set career-bests as a senior in catches (78) and receiving yards (1,081). He isn't quick-twitch fast, but is a smooth, balanced athlete with gliding speed to be deceptively fast and stretch the field - former two-time state champion and state record holder in the 110-meter high hurdles in high school. Abbrederis is very detailed and does all the little things well with a great feel for his routes and savvy, veteran moves to keep defenders off balance. He displays good ballskills and extends and plucks well with strong hands. Abbrederis is very competitive and plays with a chip - defenders, coaches and fans will continue to underestimate him and he'll continue to impress and get more out of his ability than you think he will (that's all he knows). He has the ability to be a No. 2 WR in the NFL, but projects best as an inside target where he can work the field and defenders - good value in the 3rd round.